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Graduate Assistant for Recreation Programming
Chapman UniversityUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Jul 2026
💰 $42,000/yr
About the role
Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/39373
Job Number
SE187024
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
SE - Wellness and Recreation Services
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Graduate Assistant for Recreation Programming
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester
All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Grad
Anticipated Pay Range
$21.00 - $21.00
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
Approved Supervisor
Michael Sakhel
Supervisor Email
sakhel@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Desired Start Date
07/20/2026
Projected End Date
05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week
Up to 19 Hrs
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
In support of the Student Affairs Learning Outcomes, the Wellness and Recreation team manages multiple fitness and recreation facilities and coordinates a variety of on- and off-campus recreation and wellness education programming. Alongside professional staff and in collaboration with other team members, the Graduate Assistant for Recreation Programming assists with overseeing the development, staffing, and implementation of Panther Sports Tournaments, off-campus recreation experiences, and camping gear rentals. The Graduate Assistant strives to create welcoming experiences that contribute to the University by building community, increasing the students’ pride in Chapman University, and improving students’ healthy sense of self. The Graduate Assistant is an employee in the Department of Student Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs.
Responsibilities
Student Employee Supervision and Development
- Assist professional staff with onboarding, training, supervision, and evaluation of student employees.
- Assist professional staff with enforcement and documentation of employee compliance with expectations and University policy.
- Assist professional staff with internal team building, development, and recognition opportunities.
- Model exemplary work pertaining to the responsibilities below, providing a standard for others to follow.
Recreation Programming
- Collaborate with off-campus vendors and on-campus partners including Event Operations, Facility Management, Custodial Services, Media Services, Sodexo, and Risk Management to ensure successful planning and execution of programming.
- Ensure each participant has completed the appropriate Chapman University waiver prior to participation in events and use of camping gear.
- Provide excellent service to guests in all Wellness and Recreation facilities.
- Provide accurate information regarding Chapman University and Wellness and Recreation programs.
- Present a positive image of Chapman University employees, specifically the Wellness and Recreation team.
- Present an image of an individual who understands themselves to be responsible for the safety of participants and for cultivating a welcoming and engaging experience for participants.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise off-campus recreation activities including hiking, surfing, paddleboarding, and skiing/snowboarding.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise on-campus Panther Sports Tournaments.
- Oversee the check-in, check-out, inspection, and inventory of camping rental gear.
- Ensure all programming is facilitated in compliance with University policies and procedures.
- Ensure all program registrations are conducted through the approved software (Fusion).
- Ensure collection and maintenance of accurate rosters and experience surveys for all pro
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