Campus Recreation GAI Positions

COMPETITVE SPORTS & SUMMER CAMPS GRADUATE ASSOCIATE INTERN
DEPARTMENT OF CAMPUS RECREATION ANDREWS STUDENT RECREATION & WELLNESS CENTER

Position Title: Competitive Sports and Summer Camps Graduate Associate Intern (GAI)

Position Description: The GAI is expected to assist with the following areas…

Competitive Sports

  • Supervise the usage of all facilities, equipment, and Competitive Sports events and programs.
  • Promote and educate Competitive Sports to YSU student population
  • Develop marketing, Competitive Sports programs, and promotional strategies to increase recruitment and participation.
  • Assist with hiring and development of Competitive Sports Staff.
  • Review Competitive Sports and Athletics schedules for their accuracy; proactively identify potential conflicts.
  • Preliminary review of Club Sports Council Newsletter, The Waddle.
  • Assist with coordinating, staffing, and facilitating Competitive Sports programming areas.
  • Communicate and respond with urgency regarding any questions, concerns, and emergencies pertinent to Competitive Sports.

Summer Camps

  • Provide administrative support – supervise the usage of all facilities, daily operations, equipment, inventory, and Camp Staff during Pete & Penny’s Summer Camps.
  • Fulfill duties of the Coordinator of Summer Camps in his/her absence. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
    • Make decisions on camper registrations, waiting lists, session changes, etc.
    • Contact parent/guardian in case of emergencies.
    • Implement behavior and conflict management strategies. Follow guidelines for camper discipline and follow through with appropriate actions.
  • Develop annual marketing and promotional strategies
  • Contribute to annual programming – create graphics and images, develop camp themes, identify target populations to market, brainstorm innovative ideas.
  • Maintain inventory of all supplies before and after camps.
  • Attend and assist with training sessions and teambuilding activities for Camp Staff.
  • Help assess interview materials, conduct interviews, and notify applicants of updates. Conduct evaluations halfway through camp and end of camp.

Administrative

  • Participate as an executive member of Student Recreation Advisory Committee (SRAC) and Club Sports Executive Board.
  • Dedicate 4 hours towards Office Assistant rotation.
  • Conduct marketing campaigns and monitor social media platforms.
  • Perform research projects to aid in the overall development and growth of Competitive Sports and Summer Camps.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and good moral character.
  • Represent YSU Campus Recreation with distinction.
  • Collaborate with other YSU departments for various events/programs.
  • Work with other Campus Rec Graduate Assistants on specific projects such as presentations for NIRSA, ORSA, All-Staff Training etc.
  • Complete Safe Drivers Course to drive golf cart.
  • Duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Recreation Management, Physical Education, or similar. Pursuing a Master’s degree in Educational Administration, Business Administration, Counseling, Health and Human Services, Public Health, Athletic Training, or Teacher Education is preferred. Candidates enrolled in a doctoral program are encouraged to apply.
  • Affiliation with National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), or alike.
  • Participated a minimum of one semester on a Club Sports team and/or Intramural Sports leagues. Having officer and/or executive experience within club is preferred.
  • Prior experience in a summer camp setting as a Counselor, Leadership Staff, or Administrator.
  • Availability during some nights and weekends.
  • Strong writing, communication, and computer skills
  • Must have and/or be willing to be certified in CPR/First Aid/AED.

Reports To: Coordinator of Competitive Sports and Summer Camps

Salary: Intermediate level position; hours per week to be discussed.

Contact: Department of Campus Recreation 330-941-2240, or visit YSU | Campus Recreation Job Opportunities for the link to apply.

Please turn in an application, cover letter, and resume to:

Domonique Sak
Coordinator of Competitive Sports and Summer Camps
Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Youngstown State University
One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
330-941-2239