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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title
Assistant Director, Fitness
Job Grade
Division
Student Life and Wellbeing
College/Dept
Accessibility and Healthy Living
Department
Campus Recreation and Wellness
Requisition Number
2023-00179
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
Standard 40 hour work week with allowances for regular evening and weekend programming
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Pay Information
Pay Schedule
FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt
Position Summary
This position provides leadership and performs organizational duties to assure the successful operation of, and mitigation of risk for, a comprehensive collegiate Fitness Program, including but not limited to, weight and cardio spaces, Personal Training, Group Fitness and Small Group Instruction Programs. This Assistant Director is to conduct activity programming; personnel recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluating graduate and undergraduate personnel; student development and assessment; budget development and administration; interpretation and application of university policies and procedures; This position is responsible for staying current with industry norms, in addition to providing and maintaining inclusive and innovative programs, services, and facilities as it pertains to their area. Collaboration with colleges and departments throughout Academic Affairs, Student Life and Wellbeing, Athletics, and Business and Finance; and participation in and promotion of Campus Recreation & Wellness programs, activities, and events. Identify trends in fitness programs, equipment and environment. Purchase, evaluate and maintain fitness equipment integrity and functionality. Provide Leadership for Campus Recreation student staff and help develop student success opportunities.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Develop, promote, administer and evaluate Fitness Centers. Recruit, hire, train,
supervise and evaluate Weight Room Supervisors. Work with equipment vendors and Fitness Center staff to maintain fitness equipment inventory in safe, working condition; and replace when necessary. Recruit, develop, supervise and evaluate a Graduate Assistant.
Percentage Of Time
35%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Develop, promote, administer, implement, and evaluate innovative group exercise and non-credit small group instruction programs. Recruit, hire, supervise, develop and evaluate Group
Exercise personnel. Maintain the appearance, condition, and inventory of all departmental Group Exercise associated equipment and areas. Replace group exercise equipment as necessary.
Percentage Of Time
25%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Coordinate and Promote the Personal Training Program. Recruit, hire, supervise and evaluate Personal Trainers. Market Personal Training Program to students, faculty, and staff & track participant progress. Develop fitness incentive programs/competitions.
Percentage Of Time
20%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Serve as member of Campus Recreation Central Staff Leadership Team. Assist in the development of joint programs, policies, and procedures for the operation of Campus Recreation. Complete departmental administrative duties including reports, budgets, purchasing, and statistics. Participate in programs and services offered through Campus Recreation & Wellness.
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Serve on University, Division and Subdivision committees. Collaborate on associated programs and seek opportunities for academic partnerships.
Represent the University to various community, state, regional and national organizations; and stay current in industry practices, trends, and technologies.
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in exercise science, Physical Ed, Recreation Administration, Sports Management, Student Affairs, or related field.
Required Experience
Minimum of two years administrative experience in the fitness/wellness industry. (NOTE: 2 years Graduate Assistantship = 1-year full-time experience); Supervisory experience of part-time or full-time staff.
Required License/Certification
CPR w/AED and First Aid Instructor certified or certified shortly after time of hire.
Must have one of the following certifications by the date of hire: Group Fitness Instructor thru an accredited program such as ACE, AFAA, and IDEA or nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, etc.)
Required Additional Qualifications:
Preferred Education
Master's degree
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Both Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Training Certifications
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title
Assistant Director, Fitness
Job Grade
Division
Student Life and Wellbeing
College/Dept
Accessibility and Healthy Living
Department
Campus Recreation and Wellness
Requisition Number
2023-00179
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
Standard 40 hour work week with allowances for regular evening and weekend programming
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Pay Information
Pay Schedule
FLSA Designation
Non-Exempt
Position Summary
This position provides leadership and performs organizational duties to assure the successful operation of, and mitigation of risk for, a comprehensive collegiate Fitness Program, including but not limited to, weight and cardio spaces, Personal Training, Group Fitness and Small Group Instruction Programs. This Assistant Director is to conduct activity programming; personnel recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluating graduate and undergraduate personnel; student development and assessment; budget development and administration; interpretation and application of university policies and procedures; This position is responsible for staying current with industry norms, in addition to providing and maintaining inclusive and innovative programs, services, and facilities as it pertains to their area. Collaboration with colleges and departments throughout Academic Affairs, Student Life and Wellbeing, Athletics, and Business and Finance; and participation in and promotion of Campus Recreation & Wellness programs, activities, and events. Identify trends in fitness programs, equipment and environment. Purchase, evaluate and maintain fitness equipment integrity and functionality. Provide Leadership for Campus Recreation student staff and help develop student success opportunities.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Develop, promote, administer and evaluate Fitness Centers. Recruit, hire, train,
supervise and evaluate Weight Room Supervisors. Work with equipment vendors and Fitness Center staff to maintain fitness equipment inventory in safe, working condition; and replace when necessary. Recruit, develop, supervise and evaluate a Graduate Assistant.
Percentage Of Time
35%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Develop, promote, administer, implement, and evaluate innovative group exercise and non-credit small group instruction programs. Recruit, hire, supervise, develop and evaluate Group
Exercise personnel. Maintain the appearance, condition, and inventory of all departmental Group Exercise associated equipment and areas. Replace group exercise equipment as necessary.
Percentage Of Time
25%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Coordinate and Promote the Personal Training Program. Recruit, hire, supervise and evaluate Personal Trainers. Market Personal Training Program to students, faculty, and staff & track participant progress. Develop fitness incentive programs/competitions.
Percentage Of Time
20%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Serve as member of Campus Recreation Central Staff Leadership Team. Assist in the development of joint programs, policies, and procedures for the operation of Campus Recreation. Complete departmental administrative duties including reports, budgets, purchasing, and statistics. Participate in programs and services offered through Campus Recreation & Wellness.
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Duties:
Serve on University, Division and Subdivision committees. Collaborate on associated programs and seek opportunities for academic partnerships.
Represent the University to various community, state, regional and national organizations; and stay current in industry practices, trends, and technologies.
Percentage Of Time
10%
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in exercise science, Physical Ed, Recreation Administration, Sports Management, Student Affairs, or related field.
Required Experience
Minimum of two years administrative experience in the fitness/wellness industry. (NOTE: 2 years Graduate Assistantship = 1-year full-time experience); Supervisory experience of part-time or full-time staff.
Required License/Certification
CPR w/AED and First Aid Instructor certified or certified shortly after time of hire.
Must have one of the following certifications by the date of hire: Group Fitness Instructor thru an accredited program such as ACE, AFAA, and IDEA or nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, etc.)
Required Additional Qualifications:
Preferred Education
Master's degree
Preferred Experience
- At least one year working in a collegiate campus recreation setting. Affiliation with NIRSA
- Experience with Fusion software
- Experience in the development and promotion of a group fitness schedule
Preferred License/Certification
Both Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Training Certifications
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
