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Recreation Assistant roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in recreation management, kinesiology, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals pursuing hands-on recreation careers at U.S. parks, resorts, and community centers.
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Get Access To All JobsGeorgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Job Overview
The Assistant Director of Sport Programs at Georgetown University is responsible for planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing all activities within the Campus Recreation Intramural Sports (IMs) Department. This role is integral to expanding recreational programming beyond traditional IM offerings to include summer youth camps, summer sports leagues, leisure and recreation education courses, and general recreation initiatives. A central focus of this position is fostering a vibrant and inclusive recreational experience for the diverse Georgetown community through intentional cross-campus collaborations, including organizing and leading the Campus Recreation Council.
This position plays a pivotal role in integrating and enhancing campus-wide recreation offerings, improving space utilization, and supporting program expansion aligned with the Student Affairs mission to strengthen student engagement and wellbeing. Future growth in this position will be to design and align Intramural and Club Sport programs for sustainable long-term growth, including the development of expanded programming and support staff structures.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Campus Recreation, the Assistant Director oversees the development and delivery of key Campus Recreation initiatives. This includes the administration and scheduling of intramural sports, summer offerings, and general recreational programming, as well as the management and coordination of Kehoe Field activities and other recreational facilities. The incumbent is also responsible for facility operations, including maintenance, security, and supervision, and plays a key role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and risk management policies. In alignment with the University's core values, the Assistant Director is expected to support and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by creating innovative programs that serve all members of the campus community. This includes ensuring diverse applicant pools for student employment.
Further responsibilities include creating and executing a marketing and promotional strategy for recreational programming, which may involve updating the program’s website and managing social media outreach. The Assistant Director regularly engages with the campus and local community to promote activities, gather feedback, resolve concerns, and enhance the visibility and accessibility of Campus Recreation offerings.
Work Interactions
Housed under the Division of Student Affairs, Georgetown University Campus Recreation plays a crucial role in providing co-curricular opportunities for the Georgetown University Campus and Community. Dedicated to the cultivation of the ‘whole’ person, Campus Recreation provides a variety of opportunities for all students to enhance their university experience through recreation, fitness, and well-being. Through our various sport and recreation programs, students are given the opportunity to connect with each other and experience personal growth in a fun, comfortable, and challenging yet safe environment.
The Assistant Director manages approximately 65 student employees, including IM officials and Kehoe Field Attendants (KFAs), and is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, and evaluating these staff members. The role includes maintaining staff readiness through ongoing training and development, including teaching Red Cross certification classes. Additionally, the position oversees payroll for IMs, KFAs, and summer camp employees and provides key input on the appropriate use of the equipment budget. The Assistant Director also maintains the recreation sports equipment inventory, evaluates needs for replacement, and places orders as necessary.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in an appropriate area
- 1-3 years of relevant professional experience
- Certification in CPR instructor/AED/First Aid and CPO certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- Experience with youth programming preferred
- State referee certification preferred
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement:
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Job Overview
The Assistant Director of Sport Programs at Georgetown University is responsible for planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing all activities within the Campus Recreation Intramural Sports (IMs) Department. This role is integral to expanding recreational programming beyond traditional IM offerings to include summer youth camps, summer sports leagues, leisure and recreation education courses, and general recreation initiatives. A central focus of this position is fostering a vibrant and inclusive recreational experience for the diverse Georgetown community through intentional cross-campus collaborations, including organizing and leading the Campus Recreation Council.
This position plays a pivotal role in integrating and enhancing campus-wide recreation offerings, improving space utilization, and supporting program expansion aligned with the Student Affairs mission to strengthen student engagement and wellbeing. Future growth in this position will be to design and align Intramural and Club Sport programs for sustainable long-term growth, including the development of expanded programming and support staff structures.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Campus Recreation, the Assistant Director oversees the development and delivery of key Campus Recreation initiatives. This includes the administration and scheduling of intramural sports, summer offerings, and general recreational programming, as well as the management and coordination of Kehoe Field activities and other recreational facilities. The incumbent is also responsible for facility operations, including maintenance, security, and supervision, and plays a key role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and risk management policies. In alignment with the University's core values, the Assistant Director is expected to support and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by creating innovative programs that serve all members of the campus community. This includes ensuring diverse applicant pools for student employment.
Further responsibilities include creating and executing a marketing and promotional strategy for recreational programming, which may involve updating the program’s website and managing social media outreach. The Assistant Director regularly engages with the campus and local community to promote activities, gather feedback, resolve concerns, and enhance the visibility and accessibility of Campus Recreation offerings.
Work Interactions
Housed under the Division of Student Affairs, Georgetown University Campus Recreation plays a crucial role in providing co-curricular opportunities for the Georgetown University Campus and Community. Dedicated to the cultivation of the ‘whole’ person, Campus Recreation provides a variety of opportunities for all students to enhance their university experience through recreation, fitness, and well-being. Through our various sport and recreation programs, students are given the opportunity to connect with each other and experience personal growth in a fun, comfortable, and challenging yet safe environment.
The Assistant Director manages approximately 65 student employees, including IM officials and Kehoe Field Attendants (KFAs), and is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, and evaluating these staff members. The role includes maintaining staff readiness through ongoing training and development, including teaching Red Cross certification classes. Additionally, the position oversees payroll for IMs, KFAs, and summer camp employees and provides key input on the appropriate use of the equipment budget. The Assistant Director also maintains the recreation sports equipment inventory, evaluates needs for replacement, and places orders as necessary.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in an appropriate area
- 1-3 years of relevant professional experience
- Certification in CPR instructor/AED/First Aid and CPO certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- Experience with youth programming preferred
- State referee certification preferred
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement:
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Recreation Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Recreation Assistant roles qualify for E-3 visa only when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like recreation management or kinesiology. If your role description says 'degree preferred,' ask the employer to revise it to 'required' before filing.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Parks districts, resort chains, and university recreation departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications before move faster through DOL certification. Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored international workers in comparable roles.
Get your credentials assessed before applying
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but your employer's immigration contact may ask for a formal credential evaluation. Having a NACES-member evaluation ready shortens the sponsorship conversation significantly.
Clarify the LCA wage level early in negotiations
Your employer files the LCA with DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your location and role. Level I wages apply to entry-level recreation roles, but mismatches between your offered salary and the certified wage tier can delay or block your E-3 approval.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, including consulate preparation. This avoids the coordination errors that often occur when applicants and employers split the filing responsibilities between themselves.
Plan your consulate appointment around seasonal hiring windows
Many U.S. recreation roles start in spring or summer, but Australian consulate appointment availability can run four to eight weeks out. Submit your E-3 application materials to USCIS and schedule your visa interview as soon as your offer letter and LCA are certified to avoid missing your start date.
E-3 Visa Recreation Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Recreation Assistant jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Recreation Assistant roles from U.S. employers already open to E-3 sponsorship, so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with the visa. Filtering by role and visa type lets you focus on positions where the employer understands the LCA filing requirement and won't withdraw an offer when sponsorship comes up.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Recreation Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It can, but the job description must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as recreation management, sport and exercise science, or kinesiology. A generic posting that accepts any degree or lists the degree as preferred rather than required won't meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to E-3 petitions.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Recreation Assistant positions?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no lottery, so you can apply any time of year without competing in the H-1B visa random selection process. H-1B registrations are capped at 85,000 annually with selection rates below 30% in recent years, while the E-3's 10,500 annual allocation has never been fully used.
Can I change Recreation Assistant employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and a new E-3 visa or, if you're already in the U.S., you may be able to begin working for the new employer once they have a certified LCA and have filed the updated paperwork. There's no E-3 portability provision like H-1B's AC21, so each employer change requires a fresh filing cycle.