Assistant Director for Fitness and Wellness

Position Title Assistant Director for Fitness and Wellness Position Number 069201 Department University Recreation - 360000 Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls about 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors. Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field.
• At least three (3) years of progressive professional experience in the design, implementation, and administration of fitness programs. A completed two-year Graduate Assistantship will be counted as one year of professional experience.
• At least two (2) years of supervising staff experience in the area of fitness.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

License/Certification Required

• Group Fitness Instructor certification through the American College of Sports Medicine ( ACSM ), American Council on Exercise ( ACE ), and/or Aerobics & Fitness Association of America ( AFAA ) AND /ORCertified Personal Trainer through American College of Sports Medicine ( ACSM ), National Academy of Sports Medicine ( NASM ), National Strength and Conditioning Association ( NSCA ), and/or American Council on Exercise ( ACE ).

AND /OR

• Certified Personal Trainer through American College of Sports Medicine ( ACSM ), National Academy of Sports Medicine ( NASM ), National Strength and Conditioning Association ( NSCA ), and/or American Council on Exercise ( ACE ).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Appalachian State University invites interested applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness to become a part of the University Recreation ( UREC ) team as we facilitate an inclusive environment where recreation and wellness opportunities transform, engage, and care for the App State community.

This position is primarily responsible for managing the overall vision, administration, fiscal management, implementation, and supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Programs with University Recreation.

The Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness reports to the Associate Director of Programs.

You will succeed in this position if you:

• Are an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Are committed to integrating Fitness and Wellness as a catalyst to empower student health and wellbeing.
• Are a visionary and a strategic professional to take the fitness & wellness program to the next level.
• Take ownership in building a positive, inclusive and engaged work culture.
• Enjoy building collaborative relationships.
• Are committed to enhancing students' career readiness and leadership skills.
• Embrace and inspire a vibrant, active, and healthy community.
• Are available to work in a flexible schedule that requires some evenings, weekends, and designated holidays.

Who we are:
The Fitness and Wellness programs at University Recreation foster healthy lifestyles for lifelong wellbeing. At University Recreation ( UREC ) we believe in an equitable University Recreation community with opportunities for everyone, with everyone. Learn more about UREC at this link .

Appalachian State University is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations of members of historically underrepresented groups.

You will have the opportunity to:
Program Operations

• Coordinate the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of student staff including two Graduate Assistants, 15-20 Group Exercise Instructors, 8-12 Personal Trainers, 4 Program Managers, and 25-30 Weight Room Attendants.
• Develop and implement a plan to intentionally create inclusive opportunities integrating Fitness and Wellness initiatives.
• Provide programming leadership including general fitness, group exercise, personal training and educational workshops for students, faculty and staff.
• Provide institutional leadership with our campus collaborators to maintain and further develop the AppState Gold Rated Exercise is Medicine program.
• Develop and maintain a Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer training programs to develop new and existing student staff members.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Graduate Assistants for Fitness and Wellness while creating a working environment that fosters growth and student development.
• Design and implement all Fitness and Wellness outreach strategies including social media, website, and special events.
• Manage the scheduling for all staff to ensure adequate staff coverage for all programs and facilities including weight rooms, group exercise classes, personal training appointments, on-site fitness workshops, and special events.
• Continue professional development by involvement in professional organizations, presenting at workshops and conferences, participating in regular continuing education.
• Assist other staff members with special events and programs as requested by the department.
  
  

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Hold self, students, and staff members accountable to departmental expectations of creating an inclusive environment at UREC facilities and programs.
• Promote inclusive ways to advocate for the needs of all students.
• Maintain sensitivity to different perspectives and identities.
• Challenge cultural norms to explore change.
  
  

Student Development

• Design, coordinate, and lead training opportunities that focus on the growth and development of student self-awareness, leadership, wellness initiatives, and employability skill sets.
• Teach CPR, AED, and First Aid classes for University Recreation Student Staff and App State community participants.
• Develop and coordinate staff appreciation initiatives in order to retain student employees and build a sense of belonging within the team.
  
  

Fiscal Management

• Budget, track, and reconcile all expenses related to the Fitness and Wellness areas on a monthly basis.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process for the Fitness and Wellness program. This includes developing, forecasting, and reporting on revenues and expenses related to Fitness and Wellness areas. Total budgetary oversight is $152,000 which includes student staff wages, expenditures for new equipment, and maintenance of existing equipment.
  
  

Risk Management

• Provide oversight for risk management related to Fitness Programs, Group Exercise, Personal Training, and the Weight Rooms (Quinn Center, Student Recreation Center, Mt. Mitchell Fitness Center).
  
  
• Monitor group fitness and personal training trends and recommend modifications to current programs, equipment, risk management policies, and operational procedures.
  
  

Suggested Salary Range $50,000 Physical Demands of Position
Duties related to a typical office environment; moderate lifting requirements up to 30 pounds. All required duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must submit all the required documents which should clearly demonstrate how the applicant meets the requirements of the position.

1. Cover letter, which summarizes qualifications and expresses interest in the position.
2. Current resume which includes dates of employment.
3. Answers to supplemental questions (on the online application)
4. Name and contact information of at least three professional references. AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/ EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144

ADA /504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056 Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community. Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/31025