Fitness Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Details

​Benefits of Working at UNCW

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for tuition waivers for up to four (4) paid university classes per year including the application fee and book rental, a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free flu and vaccine shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy , Skillport , and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.

Working Title

Fitness Coordinator

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/24384

Vacancy Number

E743

Position Number

7775

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Department

Campus Recreation - 40120

Division

Student Affairs - 40000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Fitness Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation/ Fitness and Aquatics.

The coordinator is responsible for the planning, assessment, and coordination of the fitness program to include group fitness and personal training and the staff operations of the Fitness Center. The coordinator also plans, assesses, and coordinates assigned special events, and well-being programs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Exercise Science/Physiology or related field with a minimum of one year of fitness programming experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Exercise Science/Physiology or related field and 2-3 years of fitness programming experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Experience in leading and developing Group Fitness classes, small group training, and/or personal training is required.
• Supervisory or related transferable skills.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Graduate Assistant experience in collegiate recreation programming
• Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate

2 years of direct experience with:

• Student personnel supervision at the collegiate recreation level
• Implementation and management of group fitness programs, personal training and well-being programs
• Management and supervision of all related fitness equipment and spaces
• Leading a variety of group fitness classes (beat-driven, cycle, functional training, etc.).
• Personal Training experience and related certification ( ACE, ACSM, NASM )
• Facilitation experience – including but not limited to teaching instructional courses, leading in-services, etc.

Required Certifications or Licensures

• American Red Cross Instructor training for First Aid, CPR / AED, Blood borne Pathogen
• Nationally Recognized Certification (Primary Group Fitness)
• Nationally Recognized Certification Personal Training Certification
• American Red Cross CPR / AED /First Aid Certification

** May become obtained after hire

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Campus Recreation organizes and administers a variety of structured and self-directed recreational services that enhance the overall wellness of the university community.

Our primary goal is to provide quality recreational experiences directed toward positive change in the physical, cognitive and social domains of the university community thus enhancing the overall educational experience. This goal is accomplished by offering a wide variety of recreational activities, conducting educational workshops and providing professional training.

The Department of Campus Recreation provides a multi-faceted program, which includes: Group Exercise/Fitness Programs, Competitive Sports (Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs) Seahawk Adventure Programs, Aquatics, and Special Events. Campus Recreation at UNCW takes a “something for everyone” approach to programming.

College/School Information

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

Please note all applications and any corresponding materials must be submitted no later than 11:59pm ET on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

05/13/2022

Posting Close Date

05/30/2022
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

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