Position Posting: Graduate Assistant, Outdoor Recreation University Recreation Updated on 10/13/2015 University of West Georgia: Named by the Princeton Review as one of the Best Southeastern Colleges, the University of West Georgia (UWG) is one of the premier universities to learn, work, and succeed As one of the only growing colleges in the state of Georgia, UWG provides this position with endless opportunities for collaboration and the experience to take part in shaping and cultivating an outdoor program UWG offers a wide variety of graduate degree programs; candidates are encouraged to apply to programs listed under the College of Student Affairs University Recreation: University Recreation at the University of West Georgia commits to inspire, empower, and educated the university community by providing comprehensive, high-quality, studentfocused programs, facilities, and services that create community, connectivity, and develop exceptional leaders who value and embody healthy lifestyles Outdoor Recreation: Outdoor Recreation (OR) falls under programming in University Recreation with its Climbing Wall, Rental Center, and Adventure Trip operations As a relatively young program, and with a staff of 23 students, OR is seen as an asset to campus life at the University of West Georgia Summary of Position: The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the development of creative outdoor education and special event programming among Adventure Trip, Climbing Wall, and Rental Center operations This position is influential in the growth of this program, it will help assist in the strategic planning process to help shape and steer the outdoor program This position is accomplished by mentoring students, giving significant feedback, assisting in Trip Leader trainings, aiding in the marketing and outreach of all components, as well as administrative assistance with payroll, staff scheduling, and managing a budget This position will require working a flexible schedule, including nontraditional work hours Specific Responsibilities: Climbing Wall: -Assists in coordinating and executing staff development opportunities, such as clinics or trainings, as needed -Supervises programming and events Rental Center: -Supervises staff in performing equipment inventory -Assists in managing budget items and purchasing -Assists in coordinating and executing staff development opportunities, such as clinics or trainings, as needed Adventure Trips: -Provides guidance and supervision during day and multi-day trips -Assists in designing and implementing Trip Leader training program Student Development: -Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of student staff for all program areas -Assists in the evaluation, development, and implementation of assessment policies and procedures -Assists with University Recreation and other duties as assigned Position Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Physical Education, or other related field; practical experience in outdoor recreation, campus recreation, or experiential education practices; strong communication and customer service skills; ability to collaboratively work with students, faculty, staff and the community at large; possess Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications Preferred Qualifications: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply, and strong candidates will possess an AMGA/PCIA Climbing Wall Instructor or an ACA Instructor certification Benefits/Pay: The Graduate Assistant for Outdoor Recreation is a 9-month position (August – April) with a stipend of $7200, in addition to full tuition provided The GA has the option to work May through July with monthly pay Graduate Assistants for University Recreation are also allotted $600 per year towards their professional development Any additional certification expenses that are required for this position will be provided Application Materials: Those interested in this position should submit (1) a cover letter stating your interest in the position, (2) resume, (3) a trip vitae or experience log, and (4) three references; to: (mail): University of West Georgia, University Recreation c/o Grace Andrews 1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118 (email): gandrews@westga.edu ... possess an AMGA/PCIA Climbing Wall Instructor or an ACA Instructor certification Benefits/Pay: The Graduate Assistant for Outdoor Recreation is a 9-month position (August – April) with a stipend... addition to full tuition provided The GA has the option to work May through July with monthly pay Graduate Assistants for University Recreation are also allotted $600 per year towards their professional