Coordinator of Fitness and Recreation

Missouri Southern State University•Joplin, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Fitness & Recreation develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates comprehensive fitness and recreation programs for students and campus community members. This position oversees fitness programming, student wellness initiatives, club sports, group fitness operations, and student staff development while assisting in the coordination of campus recreation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from accredited four-year college or university required.
ACSM, AFAA, NSCA or related national health/fitness certification required.
Certification in CPR and First Aid required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of faculty, administrators, staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, and volume.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Thorough knowledge of national and industry guidelines.
Ability to effectively communicate orally (both in person and by telephone) and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with a variety of people (students, faculty staff, administrators, and members of the public).
Requires the ability to accept, receive, and/or collect payments.
Requires the ability to prepare and/or process purchase orders.
Requires the ability to be accountable for inventory/property management.
Requires the ability to make recommendations that impact the budget.
Requires the ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Requires the ability to use computers for data entry.
Requires the ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools.

Nice To Haves

Prefer field of study to be health promotion, exercise physiology, sports administration, recreation or related field.
Master's degree in Recreation, Wellness, Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and provides support for programs aimed at improving student health, recreation, and engagement.
Develops, coordinates, and supervises a comprehensive club sports program designed to increase student engagement, leadership development, and campus vibrancy through competitive and recreational opportunities.
Plans and coordinates recreational campaigns, outreach initiatives, educational workshops, and collaborative campus recreation events.
Designs, implements, and evaluates group fitness classes, personal fitness training, fitness assessments, and special events.
Coordinates marketing, promotion, and outreach efforts related to club sports and student recreation opportunities to increase participation and student engagement.
Is responsible for marketing and evaluating all fitness, recreation, and club sports activities and programs.
Researches industry trends and assesses new and current programming.
Makes recommendations for additions and modifications in programs and services to best meet client needs, including special populations.
Manages part-time student employees to serve as aerobic instructors, personal trainers, fitness specialists, exercise instructors, interns, and program associates.
Provides instruction of various fitness classes and personal training sessions.
Manages the cleanliness of strength and conditioning areas, group fitness spaces, and wellness-related equipment.
Works with the Director to make recommendations regarding fitness and recreation programming and equipment.
Provides fitness education through newsletters, presentations, and other outreach methods.
Assists in research and implementation of national, industry, and local guidelines and risk management programs and protocols to minimize the risk of legal liability to the University.
Assists in the overall management of the Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness.
Works a varied schedule that includes some evening and weekend hours.
Performs other related duties as required.