Under direct supervision of the Fitness Manager, the Fitness Graduate Assistant assists with administrative and operational duties of the facility by working with full-time and student staff in all areas of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) facility. In addition, the position will assist in the continued development and daily operations of the program through supervision of fitness & wellness programs and the personal and professional development of students, faculty, and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist with the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of student and part­ time staff. 

2. Assist the Fitness Manager with various operations and projects, including but not limited to operational policy development and review, project proposal development, and program assessment. 

3. Assist in the preparation of the fitness quarterly and annual reports, and maintenance of department manuals. 

4. Assist in management of all related fitness operations, including but not limited to developing, implementing, supervising and instructing programs, seminars/workshops and special events for both participants and staff. 

5. Assist with supervision of 10-20 student assistants and part-time employees. 

6. Assist in the scheduling of student and part time staff for group exercise, instructional classes, and special events, approving trades/shifts as needed. 

7. Lead the personal training program with scheduling shifts, creating and scheduling workshops, maintaining that each personal trainer certifications are up to date. 

8. Assist with the planning, execution, and periodically direct monthly/semester meetings and trainings for student and part time employees, including the coordination of CPR, AED, and First-Aid training. 

9. Maintain participation records, develop survey instruments to evaluate departmental progress, and assist in regular evaluation of the group exercise program. 

10. Assist in development of promotional materials for recruiting, promoting, and involvement in all related programs. 

11. Assist in the research, purchase, and inventory of equipment and supplies. 

12. Establish and maintain regular office hours. 

13. Model, promote, and consistently enforce ASI Recreation and fitness policies. 

14. Communicate with the SRWC Administration office through digital and personal interaction and collaboratively accommodates student clubs/organizations and off-campus affiliates to ensure their customer experience at the SRWC meets or exceeds expectations. 

15. Represent ASI and the SRWC at campus meetings and events, developing a collaborative relationship with numerous university departments and student organizations. 

16. Work cooperatively with other lead student staff to plan and implement large scale programs and/or training sessions as needed. 

17. Teach a variety of group exercise classes as needed. 

18. Serves on ASI, University, and NIRSA committees as direct and approved. 

19. Other duties as assigned, reasonably within the scope of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; background in exercise science, health science, recreation, physical education, sports management, or related field is preferred. Enrolled in and making satisfactory progress in the preferred areas of Kinesiology, Wellness Education, Recreation Administration, Higher Education Administration or other related fields or related graduate degree program at CSULB. Must be a current and active CSULB student enrolled in a minimum of 6 units. Minimum of one year of experience in the fitness and wellness field, campus recreation fitness/wellness position, or community fitness recreation programming preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities

Successful candidates will possess strong student development knowledge and the ability to connect well with students. Ability to supervise others and work in a dynamic, changing, and diverse environment. Genuine interest in gaining experience and knowledge to enhance skills in chosen career. Must be willing to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse group of student staff and volunteers. Willingness to research information and professional organizations. Exceptional customer skills are a must. Excellent interpersonal, written, time management and verbal communication skills. Must possess enhanced leadership skills, experience in outdoor recreation leadership, and be able to work in a diverse environment. 

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse academic community; ability to use independent judgment, critical thinking skills, and analytical skill; ability to maintain professionalism and determine appropriate application of ASI and University policies or guidelines. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

· CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

· Currently holds minimum certification in one or more of the following entities: ACSM, NSCA, ACE, AFAA, NASM or reasonable substitute. 

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Schedule 

This position is an annual, year-round position that works through the Winter & Summer academic breaks. Shifts are generally scheduled Monday–Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM with occasional evening and weekend hours required for event support. Scheduled hours may fluctuate depending on departmental needs and during winter and summer sessions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and be able to talk or hear in interactions with others. The employee is occasionally required to walk to other offices within the building and around the campus. The employee is occasionally required to sit at a desk or computer workstation and use hands and fingers to key data, sort documents, and file paperwork. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: This is a union position. Please contact Human Resources with questions.