Graduate Assistant - Recreational Programming 2026-2027

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 11,160 - 13,950; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University is seeking a Graduate Assistant in Recreational Programming for the 2026–2027 academic year. The role supports administration, operations, and development of a multi‑faceted recreation program while working closely with professional staff.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in recreation or a related field, CPR/First Aid certification (or certified within the first month), and enrollment in at least 6 graduate credit hours per semester.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification; otherwise must be certified during the initial month of hire.
• Currently enrolled in at least 6 graduate course hours per semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff in administration, daily operations and development of a multi‑faceted recreation program.
• Assist with student personnel management, events, and administrative duties.
• Prioritize student wellness and safety in all programs.
• Assist with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating student team members, interns, and practicum students.
• Assist with payroll, budgets, reports, and program evaluation.

Skills

CPR & First Aid certified

Graduate coursework in progress

Experience in campus recreation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

Graduate Assistant – Recreational Programming 2026‑2027

Salary: $1,000‑1,250 monthly based on completed credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist the professional staff in the administration, daily operations and development of a multi‑faceted recreation program.
• Assist with student personnel management, special events, and various administrative duties.
• Adhere to the Department of Recreational Programming mission, vision, and policies and procedures.
• Promote and support departmental standards and programs.
• Exhibit the highest commitment to student development and customer service.
• Maintain a professional appearance and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Represent campus recreation and student affairs positively at meetings, collaborations, and interactions with students.
• Take initiative, problem‑solve, and consult with direct supervisor before handling difficult situations that cannot be solved independently.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, meeting deadlines.
• Participate in program initiatives and departmental special events, committees, and other assignments.
• Maintain affiliation with national, regional and state recreation associations.
• Attend weekly meetings and collaborate with team members to complete tasks.
• Work for the best interests of the students of Sul Ross and the department of recreational programming.
• Participate in special trips and events, including overnight camping or adventure trips.
• Help organize, support, and maintain all recreational facilities.
• Prioritize student wellness and safety in all programs.
• Assist with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating student team members, interns, and practicum students.
• Assist with managing payroll, operating budgets, reports, project coordination, program promotion and marketing, budget reporting, risk management, facility maintenance, program evaluation, and analysis.
• Assist with overall student and program development.
• Conduct weekly/monthly staff meetings and in‑service training as directed.
• Assist with the development and execution of departmental special events.
• Participate in departmental assessment efforts to continually enhance services.
• Assist with facility supervision and operational responsibilities for all recreational programming facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Sports Administration, Physical Education, or a related field.
• CPR and First Aid certification; otherwise must be certified during the initial month of hire.
• Currently enrolled in at least 6 graduate course hours per semester.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and passion for physical fitness, recreational facilities, campus recreational programming (club sports and intramurals), outdoor and adventure programming, or marketing.

Other Information

Supervision: Reports to the Coordinators of Recreational Programs; Given student workers in Recreational Sports.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job‑related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.