Coordinator - Fitness Programs and Events

• Lead, coordinate, and communicate all group fitness schedules.
• Serve as a certified fitness instructor or wellness educator by leading group fitness classes, personal training sessions, or wellness workshops (e.g., stress management, nutrition, mindfulness).
• Develop inclusive, engaging, and evidence-based wellness initiatives targeting diverse populations. Plan, promote, and execute fitness and wellness-related special events, health fairs, and challenges.
• Assist in the coordination of purchasing, inventory, and maintenance of fitness equipment as needed.
• Serve as the primary contact for external event rentals and reservations; respond to inquiries, book events, and manage event details.
• Maintain comprehensive event schedules using facility scheduling software and ensure timely updates.
• Implement the department’s marketing plan under the supervision of the Senior Assistant Director. Design digital and print promotional materials and maintain an active on-line presence in alignment with university brand standards.
• Responsible for the operating, preparation, forecasting and monitoring of income and expense budgets as it relates to the group fitness program.
• Recommend administrative policies and procedures within the areas of responsibility.
• Assess effectiveness and satisfaction of programs and services.
• Assist with budget development and the monitoring of income and expense budgets.
• Contribute to department-wide initiatives including risk management, facility inspections, and staff training.
• Track CPR, First Aid, and professional certifications for all program staff.
• Participate in CENTERS meetings and trainings, setting CENTERS standards for operations, and innovation.
• Prepare and deliver required and requested reports and data to the client and CENTERS central office.

• Select, train, manage, and evaluate part-time staff.
• Responsible for approving timecards and preparing necessary documents/reports for bi-weekly payroll.
• Develop and implement continuing education and training for fitness and wellness staff.

• Some non-traditional hours required, including some early mornings or evenings and occasional weekend hours.

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Public Health, Recreation Management, or related field, or 4 or more years of work experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in recreation, fitness instruction, or wellness education. Experience in higher education preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
• Current accredited group fitness instructor certification
• Experience with scheduling software preferred
• CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification preferred
• Current accredited personal trainer certification preferred
• Fitness/wellness programming experience preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; confidence speaking with a variety of constituents and stakeholders
• Ability to work as part of, and lead a team that collaborates effectively with colleagues
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm
• Analytical skills to: identify problems, assess alternatives, and render consistent, logical decisions
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestyle choices

• Office environment/fitness center environment
• Non-smoking environment
• Moderate to loud noise

• Working in fitness center environment at least 40% of the day
• Instructing fitness classes and/or personal training sessions
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to traverse throughout the building and campus. Regularly ascending/descending building levels and occasionally ladders or stools
• Must be able to lift, move and set up items weighing as much as 50 lbs.
• Must be able to discuss, converse with, and exchange accurate information with arena patrons, staff, stakeholders, etc.

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