Student Development, Supervision, & Risk Management:
- Recruit, hire, schedule, train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate fitness Program Assistants, Group Fitness Instructors, Fitness Interns, and other student/OPS employees.
- Supervise student staff on shift at multiple facilities, ensuring policy enforcement.
- Conduct staff meetings and provide continual training for fitness staff.
- Plan and facilitate regular staff meetings and training sessions for each assigned area including awareness and compliance with all University policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of program training manuals and materials including safety and risk management practices to meet national standards and University policy.
- In coordination with unit area team and the Talent Management unit, create and implement a comprehensive student development program.
- Communicate job responsibilities and expectations for student employees.
Program Management & Administration:
- Teach, lead, and implement training courses to certify and educate Group Fitness Instructors and Small Group Training Coaches based on accredited curriculum.
- Provide direction for equipment replacement, equipment purchasing, and long-range planning. Assist in developing equipment specifications, purchase fitness equipment, collaborate with vendors during installation, and continually collaborate with maintenance staff to achieve maximal longevity of equipment and facility space.
- Develop and execute new, innovative schedules for group fitness and small group classes each semester.
- Evaluate fitness programs, rules, and policies through participant evaluations and staff input.
- Complete monthly report responsibilities and attend weekly fitness program meetings and monthly department meetings.
- Prepare and analyze statistical reports, evaluations, and participation surveys.
- Enforce University and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Collaborate with other units within RecSports and on-campus to develop new and relevant programs.
- Promote programs by coordinating with the Marketing team to advertise offerings.
Financial, Administrative, & Other Duties as Assigned:
- Work in tandem with the Associate Director and Assistant Director to develop the operational budgets for assigned programs.
- Monitor budgets throughout the year and assist with quarterly reporting.
- Maintain proper inventory records.
- Serve as an active member on committees, work teams, and other global efforts within the Department of Recreational Sports.
- Prepare and manage bi-weekly payroll and wage schedules and reports.
- Ensure Risk Management & Safety protocol are utilized appropriately within all assigned responsibilities.
- Provide feedback to supervisor regarding the safety and/or condition of programs, equipment, and facilities. Conduct daily observations on use of said equipment and facilities. Immediately document and address all safety concerns.
$44,000 - $50,000
Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience or a master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization.
Master's degree, two years of experience in personnel management and fitness programming; understanding of fitness operations in a campus recreation setting; effective communication skills; ability to work with minimal supervision, to think laterally, to undertake initiatives, to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and to supervise people; physically able to teach/instruct fitness classes, instructor trainings and lift a minimum of 45 pounds.
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume and cover letter.
Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.
