2026 Fall - Graduate Associate - Facility Operations

2026 Fall - Graduate Associate - Facility Operations

Winthrop Position Title - 2026 Fall - Graduate Associate - Facility Operations

Job Purpose - Assist with the administration, daily management, organization, and marketing/promotions for operations and programming offered through Recreational Services. Total semester compensation is $7,091 ($3591 total for hourly wages + $3500 tuition waiver).

Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and evaluating student staff. Develop and conduct ongoing student staff orientations, training, and workshops to promote student development and growth. Ability to work flexible hours which will include nights and weekends for programming and events. Assist with safety and risk management procedures through trainings and mock drills. Assist with documentation of inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Assist with creating promotional materials and marketing Recreational Services through social media and various promotional events. Collaborate with Recreational Services staff members and other campus departments to create cross-campus partnerships. Functions as a member of the professional staff and serves as point of contact while professional is absent. Attend Recreational Services staff meetings as assigned. Opportunities to pick up additional hours assisting in student staff positions, paid at an hourly rate. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required. Prior experience working with recreational facilities preferred. Any offer is contingent upon acceptance and enrollment in the Graduate School at Winthrop University.

Preferred Skills - Ability to work with and manage student staff. Effective communication skills both verbally and written. Strong organizational and leadership skills. Awareness of safety concerns and risk management procedures. Ability to manage conflict, at times in high stress situations.

Pay Rate - 11.97/hr

Type of Position - Graduate Associate (hourly)

Position Level - Graduate

Hours Per Week - 20

Posting Number - 2026SD0179P

Open Date - 03/09/2026

Close Date - 07/16/2026

Desired Start Date - 08/10/2026

End Date - 12/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants - Please review GA guidelines prior to applying:

PLEASE NOTE - Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the entire application, including all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant meets the position qualifications.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Explain your previous experience with recreational facility operations and/or programs. (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Graduate School Authorization (no longer used 6/2024)