Campus Recreation - Fitness Coordinator

Northeastern University•Boston, MA

22h•$48,610 - $66,839

About The Position

The Coordinator of University Recreation - Fitness is responsible for the continued development and administration of Northeastern University Recreation Department's fitness programs. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of University Recreation - Fitness, this position assists in coordinating the scheduling and supervision of a comprehensive personal training program serving a student population of 21,000. This includes training, developing, hiring, and evaluating Fitness Consultants and Personal Trainers. The role requires work on predetermined weekends covering events throughout the calendar year, as well as some evenings, early mornings, and during inclement weather.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, health and fitness, kinesiology, physical education, or a closely related field.
At least 1 year of successfully demonstrated involvement in administering or supervising fitness programs, or comparable related experience; relevant graduate assistant experience will be considered.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn in-house management and logistics systems and support the daily operations of recreation facilities and programs.
Demonstrated experience in the health and wellness industry and ability to effectively train Group Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers.
Availability to work predetermined weekends covering events throughout the calendar year, some evenings and early mornings, and during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive fitness program that includes personal training, and assist with group fitness and fitness special events.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the Fitness Consultants and Fitness Administrative Assistant Teams.
Assess the effectiveness and satisfaction of fitness programs, services, and facilities.
Support the creation and execution of new fitness programs and assist with organizing fitness workshops and continuing education experiences for staff.
Monitor equipment usage, research and propose new equipment purchases, and assist with equipment inspections and risk management assessments when needed.
Provide leadership and supervision for assigned University Recreation facilities and personnel.
Assist in coordinating the scheduling and supervision of the personal training program.