Graduate Student, Fitness and Wellness

Youngstown State University
Graduate Student, Fitness and Wellness
Department of Campus Recreation
Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Position Title: Graduate Student, Fitness and Wellness

Position Description:

  • Assists in the organization and coordination of schedules and substitute requests, 
    associated staff trainings, and policy/procedure monitoring for the fitness and wellness 
    areas.
  • Assist with all fitness and wellness-based programs, including but not limited to, group 
    fitness classes, virtual programs, fitness assessments, relaxation programs, and wellness 
    events.
  • Assist in the creation, scheduling, and implementation of all group fitness classes.
  • Is responsible for assisting in the training and development of all group fitness instructors, 
    personal trainers, and academic interns semesterly.
  • Create, monitor, and implement programs and/or special events for patrons.
  • Create and implement all campus recreation fitness, wellness, and incentive programs.
  • Candidates must also adhere to daily office hours, participate in weekend events/programs, 
    and assist with other duties as assigned.
  • Preferred start date: July 1st but is negotiable upon acceptance of offer.

Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must have applied for their academic program or be a current YSU graduate student. 
Must maintain good standing within their program, maintain a minimum of 9 credit hours of 
coursework, must be or willing to be certified in CPR/First Aid, possess prior Campus Recreation or related experience. These students may work up to 25 hours per week.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn and lead. Strong ability to organize and 
coordinate simultaneous projects. Must be or willing to be certified in Group Exercise or Personal 
Training from a nationally recognized fitness organization

Reports To:
Dina Fabry | Assistant Director
Department of Campus Recreation/Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Youngstown State University
One Tressel Way
Youngstown, Ohio 44555
dmfabry@ysu.edu
330-941-3731

Contact:
Please send resume and cover letter to Dina Fabry, Dmfabry@ysu.edu

Salary:
$15.00 per hour

Funding Status:
Work Study – Yes    Student Wages – Yes    Both – Yes

Located in northeast Ohio, Youngstown State University offers a wealth of activities, events and services to students. With just over 14,000 students and an average class size of 25, YSU presents more than 100 undergraduate majors and 35 master's and doctorate programs as well as easily accessible and dedicated faculty. Additionally, YSU offers internship and research opportunities at both undergraduate and graduate levels.  Positioned in the top three of the most cost-effective state universities in Ohio, YSU is an investment for which you can be proud you made.