Job Details
Requisition Number: GA00863
Position Title: Competitive Sports Grad Assistant [contact details available in the full listing]
Position Eclass: GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary:
The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student's field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the…
department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
Minimum Qualifications:
To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
- Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
- Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
- Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
- Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Additional Minimum Qualifications:
Department Overview
The Department of Recreation and Wellness, housed in the Division of Student Affairs, believes in a balance of social, mental and physical wellness creates a foundation for successful, healthy individuals. We foster comprehensive wellness by engaging students and the UNCG community in experiential and educational opportunities. We promote lifelong success through meaningful and inclusive programs and resources.
Position Description
The Graduate Assistant for Competitive Sports provides guidance and leadership for all Competitive Sports Student Staff. As a paraprofessional member of the Department of Recreation & Wellness, this position is responsible for the assisting in the day-to-day management of the Intramural Sports Program and execution of Club Sports practices and events. During their appointment, Competitive Sports Graduate Assistants will develop a combination of leadership, program execution, risk management and student development skills that will prepare them for a career in collegiate recreation.
Task & Supervision
Competitive Sports GA's will receive direct supervision and guidance from the Competitive Sports Professional Staff (Assistant Director and Coordinator for Competitive Sports). It is expected for Competitive Sports GA's to function independently with limited direction and to make independent decisions that reflect the intent of University, departmental and programmatic policies.
An essential function of the Competitive Sports GA is to manage the staff schedules and payroll for all Competitive Sports Student Staff. This will require a strong attention to detail ensuring that accurate and timely dissemination of information is accomplished. Additionally, this individual is responsible for the preparation of all nightly materials and data entry from previous nights for intramural leagues and club sports events. These responsibilities can be appropriately delegated to any Competitive Sports Staff scheduled to assist in the Administrative Suite.
As a member of the Competitive Sports Leadership Team, this position plays an integral role in the development and training of Competitive Sports Officials. It is expected that Competitive Sports GA's will chair sport-specific committees guiding the preparation and delivery of sport-specific training. On-going and nightly supervision of both Competitive Sports Supervisors and Officials will provide the Competitive Sports GA's an opportunity to lead and direct the growth of the Competitive Sports Staff.
Number of Months per Year: 9
Org #-Department: Recreation and Wellness - 44801
Posting Begin Date: 12/10/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Organization
UNCG at a Glance
Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.
With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.
UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.
The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.
As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.
Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.
UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences
The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22; College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.
Achievements & Accolades
UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.
Challenging Academic Programs
- U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.
- UNCG's slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.
- The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.
Supportive Environment
- UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.
- UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.
- The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation's universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.
Engaged Community
- For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the “Tree Campus USA” designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation.
- UNCG's innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine's Models of Efficiency.
- For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly's list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.
Careers at UNCG
UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.
