Fitness and Wellness Coordinator

Brown University•Providence, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking a Fitness and Wellness Coordinator. This role is responsible for the daily administration, staffing, and programming of the Nelson Fitness Center, including managing Fitness Assistant and Fitness Supervisor positions. The coordinator will support the Fitness and Wellness Manager with special events and programming on campus, manage equipment repairs and preventative maintenance, and assist with the development, implementation, promotion, safe operation, and evaluation of recreation/fitness services for students, faculty, staff, and members. Experience with marketing, social media, website content management, and working with diverse populations is also a key aspect of this role. All employees must adhere to NCAA rules and regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Sports Management, Kinesiology, Recreation, Administration, or a related field.
1-2 years of related experience with progressive responsibility in fitness and collegiate recreation.
Demonstrated expertise in current fitness and wellness programming trends including fitness testing, leading group fitness and/or personal training.
Experience with marketing and social media promotional campaign management.
Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and knowledge or experience with the complexities of diversity strategies in University Athletics and Recreation.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to think programmatically, expansively and creatively to help develop clear goals and outcomes for programs.
Demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations.
Maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of business operations, financial operations, scheduling and facility operations, and risk management preferred.
Current certification from NSCA, NASM, ACE, or ACSM preferred.
Website content management experience, helpful.

Responsibilities

Daily administration, staffing, and programming of the Nelson Fitness Center.
Administration of the Fitness Assistant and Fitness Supervisor positions.
Support the Fitness and Wellness Manager in special events and programming.
Manage equipment repairs and preventative maintenance for equipment.
Assist with development, implementation, promotion, safe operation, and evaluation of recreation/fitness services.
Manage marketing and social media promotional campaign.
Ensure compliance with NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations.