Graduate Assistant: Intramural & Special Events

About the role

North Park University is seeking a part-time Intramural and Special Events Graduate Assistant starting in August 2026. This position offers tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3000 stipend per semester.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with supervising the daily operation of the Helwig Recreation facility
• Assist the director with coordinating and managing intramural sports
• Organize and hold training sessions for officials working with intramural sports
• Organize and hold meetings for the captains on intramural sports
• Aid the director in integrating bridge events with other areas of campus and student life
• Aid the director with planning tournaments and game night offerings throughout the school year
• Grow Esports programming through tournaments and special events
• Develop and conduct non-traditional recreation activities to bring new students into the facility
• Assist in the hiring, training, evaluation, and on-the-job training of desk attendants, floor staff, and climbing wall attendants, and intramural officials
• Develop and coordinate weight room and fitness center orientations including instruction on strength cardio equipment and safety issues for all members
• Ensure equipment is in good working condition and report issues to the Director of Wellness and Recreation
• Assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of the facility and its equipment
• Gather verbal and written feedback from students, faculty, and staff to evaluate the recreation center and respond to inquiries and complaints of center participants
• Develop new offerings for Intramural programming and special events
• Effectively market intramural and special events across campus to students, staff, and faculty
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Wellness and Recreation, Associate of Athletic Directors, and Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sports Management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Health and Physical Education, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, or related field is required
• Applicants must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program
• Applicants must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e., frequent nights and weekends)
• Relevant experience in athletic, intramural, or special event programming
• Excellent interpersonal and oral skills
• Able to work independently and in teams
• Able to handle details accurately
• Strong customer service orientation
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases needed
• Adult CPR/AED with standard First Aid Certification is required upon start of position
• Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park's mission of Christian higher education