American University
FitnessCoordinator
“Fitness Coordinator at American University. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, Group exercise instruction, Personal training, Wellness activities. Coordinating the development, management and supervision of all fitness programs. Assisting the Associate Director with hiring, training, scheduling, supervision and evaluation of group exercise instructors and personal trainers”
Industry & Context.
Manager on duty a minimum of three times a week which will include at least one evening shift and occasional weekends, Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 1 - 3 years of relevant experience, Current CPR/AED certified
Nice to Have
Master's degree, 2 - 4 years of relevant experience, Experience in group exercise instruction and/or administration, At least one nationally recognized and accredited group exercise certification, Good written and verbal communication skills, Demonstrated basis experience coordinating fitness/wellness programs with specific experience supporting the growth and development of group exercise and/or personal training programs in a collegiate setting
What You'll Do.
Coordinating the development
management and supervision of all fitness programs
Assisting the Associate Director with hiring
supervision and evaluation of group exercise instructors and personal trainers
Instructing/leading exercise classes/programs as needed
Manager on duty duties
Managing the day-to-day operations of the fitness center
Financial transactions
Member sales and service
Oversight of all health and fitness programs
Administrative work to include reviewing and updating training procedures and manuals
Participating in the development of programs
departmental objectives
and long range planning
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assisting the Associate Director with hiring, training, scheduling, supervision and evaluation of group exercise instructors and personal trainers; Supervision of staff
Communication Scope
Good written and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
long range planning
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