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Job Description

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.

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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.