Fitness & Wellness Assistant Director

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The Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness, along with the Coordinator of Fitness &

Wellness, will lead and manage the administration and operation of the Fitness &

Wellness program, including personal training, group exercise, wellness activities, and

weight room management, in the pursuit of inspiring Bobcats to be their best and create

lasting memories. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for the development

and oversight of a Fitness & Wellness Coordinator.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of professional work experience within the recreation field (e.g. Campus Recreation, Fitness, Aquatics, Outdoors, etc.) or related health/wellness field
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Higher Education, or related field
• Progressively responsible experience within campus recreation or a related field.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and or ability to obtain within 45 days

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising full time or graduate staff in a higher education setting.
• Master’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Higher Education, or related field
• Certified Group Fitness Instructor through a nationally accredited organization or ability to obtain within 45 days
• Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally accredited organization or ability to obtain within 45 days
• Additional certifications/specializations in fitness and wellness (Nutrition, Corrective Exercise, etc.)
• Active member in relevant professional organization such as NIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation or fitness organizations

Job Duties

Program Management: 30%

• Develop and manage a diverse Fitness & Wellness program/facility including weight and fitness room operations, group fitness, personal training, and wellness programming
• Oversee daily operations of Fitness & Wellness program/facility including facility supervision, point of sale processes, website development and implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Implement innovative ideas that align with strategic plan and department priorities to improve overall operations and growth of programs/services/usage.
• Coordinate with marketing to develop various innovative promotional and outreach initiatives to increase awareness and engagement.
• Propose, market, and host fitness and wellness-focused special events twice per academic year.
• Develop and conduct assessments of program goals annually. Report assessment results to leadership as documentation of programmatic outcomes supporting department and division goals.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with campus partners to expand the reach of the Fitness & Wellness program

Staff Development and Oversight: 30%

• Oversee the development and performance evaluation of 1 Coordinator. Meet with full time staff regularly to discuss program goals, professional goals, and area updates.
• Manage the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation approximately 60 staff, including but limited, 15-20 student group fitness instructors, 10-15 student personal trainers, and 20-30 student weight room attendants
• Develop and oversee implementation of continuing education in-services for all Fitness & Wellness student staff
• Manage fieldwork and internship opportunities

Administration and Budget Development: 20%

• Lead annual budget development process
• Plan, prepare and manage program budget including overseeing income projections and monitoring income, expenses, and yearly comparisons
• Purchase equipment and supplies.
• Approve staff time and ensure compliance with payroll and purchasing processes
• Prepare, administer, and report semester and annual program evaluations and assessments

Risk Management and Safety: 10%

• Ensure staff compliance with industry standard safety and risk management practices, facility and equipment inspections, and existing Campus Recreation policies and procedures
• Assist with Department wide safety refreshers, drills and trainings

Other Duties: 10%

• Actively participate in departmental programs and projects designed to support the mission and goals of the university, division, and department.
• Serve on committees and task forces, as assigned.
• Other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
• This position requires a flexible work schedule which at times will require frequent attendance during evenings and weekends. Additional hours may be required during peak periods.

For the full listing please visit: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54560