What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant Fitness Programs position at Inside Higher Ed?
Internal Title
Graduate Assistant Fitness Programs
Department
University Recreation
Position Type
STUD - Student Position
Basis
N/A - Student Position
Hours Per Week
20 hours per week
Normal Work Hours
Varies
Flsa
Nonexempt
Job Details
Responsible for assisting in planning, organizing, and evaluating all activities associated with all fitness programs including group fitness program and the personal training program. This requires the supervising and mentoring of student employees, scheduling classes & special fitness events. The Graduate Assistant will become acquainted with the procedures and guidelines associated with University Recreation. Evening and weekend hours will be required around class times.
Duties
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; Applicants must be accepted into the Coastal Carolina University graduate program.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university campus recreation program, Group Fitness/Personal Training certification & CPR/FA/AED certifications are strongly preferred.
Licensure And/or Certification
Group Fitness/Personal Training certification & CPR/FA/AED certifications are strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication skills. Ability to prioritize, excellent organization
Posting Number
Stu00366P
Number Of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/17/2026
Position End Date (if Applicable)
05/04/2027
Job Open Date
03/03/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink For Posting
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/121174
Graduate Assistant Fitness Programs
Department
University Recreation
Position Type
STUD - Student Position
Basis
N/A - Student Position
Hours Per Week
20 hours per week
Normal Work Hours
Varies
Flsa
Nonexempt
Job Details
Responsible for assisting in planning, organizing, and evaluating all activities associated with all fitness programs including group fitness program and the personal training program. This requires the supervising and mentoring of student employees, scheduling classes & special fitness events. The Graduate Assistant will become acquainted with the procedures and guidelines associated with University Recreation. Evening and weekend hours will be required around class times.
Duties
- Assisting in the development and implementation of Fitness programming
- Special event programming for Fitness
- Oversight and management of Group Fitness and Personal training programs.
- Mentoring student staff, giving feedback, assisting in Instructor trainings, Personal trainer courses and development of fitness staff.
- Planning fitness programs for the academic year, as well as administrative assistance with staff scheduling, equipment inventory and purchase recommendations.
- Administrative work in Fusion software, for scheduling classes, events etc.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; Applicants must be accepted into the Coastal Carolina University graduate program.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university campus recreation program, Group Fitness/Personal Training certification & CPR/FA/AED certifications are strongly preferred.
Licensure And/or Certification
Group Fitness/Personal Training certification & CPR/FA/AED certifications are strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication skills. Ability to prioritize, excellent organization
Posting Number
Stu00366P
Number Of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/17/2026
Position End Date (if Applicable)
05/04/2027
Job Open Date
03/03/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink For Posting
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/121174