Graduate Assistant for Outdoor Adventures

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Campus Recreational Services department is currently accepting applications for an Outdoor Adventure Graduate Assistant (GA) for the 2026-2027 academic This assistantship is a 2-year commitment as a full-time graduate student working within Campus Recreation.

Job Description

For more detailed information and position descriptions, please refer to the full Job Description in the shared Google Drive folder here: UNLV Google Drive for GA Applicants

Application Procedure

All materials should be submitted in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The Graduate Assistantships will remain open until the positions are filled. 

GA for Outdoor Adventures

Please submit a cover letter (including your proposed UNLV degree program), resume (including current GPA and GRE scores if applicable to your program), and a list of three professional references electronically to the respective staff member listed below. In addition, please include a portfolio detailing prior outdoor experiences (dates, responsibilities, and trip or course itineraries).

Contact: Wilson Schultz, wilson.schultz@unlv.edu 

Position Details

Term: The Graduate Assistantship is a nine-month appointment with a renewable second year. Summer employment and second-year contract assignment are based on performance.  

Minimum Hours: 20 hours/week, including nights and weekends. There is the potential to work an additional 10 hours/week at $15/hour with supervisor approval.

Compensation: Includes $17,000 annual stipend. Compensation for 80% of credit hours up to 9 credits per Fall and Spring semester is covered. Student Health Insurance premium covered. The student is responsible for fees and materials/books. 

For more information about UNLV Campus Recreational Services, visit our web page at unlv.edu/campusrec.

Preference will be given to applications received by 4/10/2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and phone/virtual interviews will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming new members to our Rebel Rec team.

• Campus Recreational Services and UNLV Student Life are firmly committed to creating and maintaining a respectful, positive work environment. This reflects our commitment and journey to bring multiple perspectives to our community, support our students, staff, and guests, and embrace new ideas.