Assistant Director of Fitness

Assistant Director of Fitness

Job ID: 255045
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

RAC Operations

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, direction, and supervision of fitness programs and facilities, including strength and conditioning, group fitness, personal and small group training, fitness assessments, outreach and special events.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision of two full time staff members, the Fitness Program Coordinator and the Maintenance Technician.
• Supervise a fitness graduate assistant and 60 student fitness instructors, personal trainers, and fitness specialists.
• Develop, implement, and supervise, a comprehensive offering of formal and informal fitness programs and services.
• Develop, administer, and monitor the annual fitness program operational budget.
• Manage 30,000 sq. ft of fitness facilities to include the fitness center, conditioning room, and four fitness studios.
• Coordinate the execution of facility/equipment audits, preventative maintenance schedules, and repair and replacement of equipment.
• Assure appropriate risk management standards are in place for all fitness programs and services to meet or exceed industry standards.
• Develop and implement strategic plans that drive growth, continuous improvement, safety, quality of programs, and participant satisfaction.
• Provide program reviews and assessment related to strategic initiatives, student learning outcomes, and participant satisfaction.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies for all fitness programs, both formal and informal.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in exercise science, recreation, or related field
• Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor Certification from a nationally accredited body

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related experience managing fitness programs

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor Certification in multiple modalities
• Ability to teach multiple group exercise formats

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Exercise Science or related field

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in collegiate recreation setting
• Experience in supervision of full and part time staff
• Experience training fitness instructors and personal trainers

Proposed Salary

$52,000 - $57,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Conflict resolution skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on February 23, 2023.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Evening and weekend work may be required

Background Check

• Standard + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=255045&PostingSeq=1



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