Coordinator of Fitness Services

Official Title: Recreation Program Supervisor Business Title: Coordinator of Fitness Services Employment Class: Non-instructional Academic Staff FTE: 1.0 Compensation: $42,600 FLSA Status: Exempt Terms of Employment: 12 Month, Annual, Fixed-Term Renewable Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Programs the Coordinator of Fitness Services provides leadership for a dynamic and comprehensive fitness program which includes: group fitness, personal training, fitness/wellness programming, fitness assessments/screenings, weight room orientations, and special events. The coordinator actively creates learning environments that empower student employees to create safe, inclusive and accessible recreational opportunities. The primary purpose of this position is to directly interact with students and enhance their academic learning experience outside of the classroom setting. The position coordinates fitness programs/services, fitness staff scheduling, staff learning outcomes and assessment and evaluation of the fitness program. Evening, weekend and holiday work is required. Responsibilities

Group Exercise: Develop, implement, and oversee policies and procedures for group exercise (35%)

• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, approve payroll, and supervise all student staff/LTEs within fitness programs
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and assess all aspects of the group exercise program
• Communicate fitness policies and procedures; make recommendations for improvements as needed
• Keep abreast of new developments in the group exercise program to provide new programs and activities to meet student needs
• Maintain certification records and prepare student use reports
  

Personal Training: Develop, implement, and oversee policies and procedures for personal training program (35%)

• Recruit, hire, train schedule, payroll, and supervise all student personal trainers
• Develop, implement, and evaluate all aspects of personal fitness training
• Keep abreast of new developments in personal training to provide new programs and activities to meet student needs
• Maintain certification records and prepare student use reports
  

Special Events: Work with Assistant Director of Programs to develop, implement, and oversee policies and procedures for special event programs (15%)

• Develop, implement, evaluate and assess all aspects of the departmental special event program
• Keep abreast of new developments in recreational sports special events to provide new programs and activities to meet student needs
  

Departmental Support Additional Areas (15%)

• Based on experience and interests, support departmental mission through one/more of the following areas: social media; Graphic Design; Massage Therapy Program; Risk Management; Student Leadership, Development and Recognition; Assessment
• Other duties/tasks as assigned based on departmental need and professional development.
  
  

Qualifications Required:

A Bachelor’s degree in Fitness Management, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management, or related field

One year of professional experience in the organization and administration of fitness programming and group fitness instruction (two years of Graduate Assistant experience will qualify)

Excellent interpersonal skills, and commitment to customer service

Ability to engage and inspire student leadership through effective mentoring and training

Ability to work within unit, campus, system, state, and federal policy

Demonstrated commitment to the ideals of Inclusive Excellence and those students who are traditionally underrepresented

Preferred:

A Master’s degree in Fitness Management, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management, or related field

Experience with management, development and supervision of fitness programs in higher education recreation

Nationally recognized certification in Group Fitness and/or Personal Training

To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application: Cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references.

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by Tuesday, July 5th are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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