Assistant Director, Fitness and Wellness

Western Kentucky University•Bowling Green, KY

69d•$50,000 - $52,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director for Fitness & Wellness, reporting to the Director of Campus Recreation & Wellness, is responsible for the administration, planning, and day-to-day operations of WKU's fitness, wellness, and instructional programs, including personal training, incentive initiatives, and educational workshops. This position provides direct supervision to the Fitness & Wellness Coordinator and the Fitness & Wellness Graduate Assistant, ensuring effective program delivery, staff development, and a safe, high-quality environment for all participants.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree.
At least four (4) years of related experience; internships and graduate assistantships may be counted toward this requirement.
At least three (3) years of personnel supervision experience. (student staff, graduate assistant, or full-time personnel supervision is acceptable)
Current certifications include nationally accredited in one or more of the following: Personal Training Certifications (ACE NASM, ACSM, CSCS etc.) Group Fitness Certifications (ACE, AFAA, ACSM etc.)
AED, CPR, First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within first three (3) months of employment.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and provide supervision for the Fitness & Wellness Coordinator and Fitness & Wellness Graduate Assistant, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and a culture of service excellence.
Oversee the planning, administration, and management of comprehensive fitness and wellness programs, including instructional offerings, wellness initiatives, and educational outreach that support the health and well-being of WKU students.
Manage the Fitness & Wellness budget to ensure strategic allocation of resources for programming, staffing, services, and equipment.
Set goals and drive strategic initiatives for fitness, wellness, and instructional programs, including incentive programs and campus-wide educational efforts that engage and inspire students.
Supervise and support the training and development of student staff, ensuring high-quality delivery of all fitness and wellness programs.
Design and implement wellness-focused programming that promotes healthy lifestyle choices and encourages student engagement in well-being activities.
Plan, coordinate, and assess collaborative wellness-based incentive programs with other CRW program areas and campus partners.
Oversee participant relations, risk management, program assessment, and the use of program-specific technologies to maintain safe, effective, and enjoyable experiences for all participants.
Utilize data and assessment tools to evaluate participant needs, satisfaction, engagement, and program outcomes, informing continuous improvement.
Collaborate with CRW Marketing to promote fitness and wellness programs, events, and services across the campus community.
Demonstrate a commitment to creating a welcoming environment where all members of the WKU Community feel included, welcomed, and supported
Support and align with the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of Campus Recreation & Wellness.
Serve on departmental committees and work teams to accomplish collaborative goals of the department.
Fulfill night and weekend responsibilities as needed.
Position shall include but is not limited to the duties listed above. May perform other duties assigned to help maintain Campus Recreation & Wellness operations and services.