Fitness Student Coordinator
Accepting applications until Sunday, March 3, 2024 - 17:00
Job Description
Please list if you are applying as a FitWell Attendant, Personal Training, or Group Fitness Student Coordinator. If more than one, please list the ones you are interested in.
Perform a variety of duties to support the Fitness & Wellness program of Campus Recreation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with the administration and operation of the Fitness & Wellness program and staff, which includes personal training, group fitness, wellness, and SouthREC weight room. Individuals must maintain a high level of motivation, organization, and customer service in the scope of Fitness & Wellness program policies and procedures.
The University of Arizona, Department of Campus Recreation values inclusivity, diversity, equity, and access for all. We support the University’s strategic initiative to create an inclusive environment and promote wellbeing for the University of Arizona community. Our goal is to provide safe services, programs, and facilities for all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We foster a culture where people can thrive as individuals within our community.
Duties & Responsibilities
-Attend staff meetings and trainings, including but not limited to:
*All Staff Training (Fall and Spring Semester)
*Mandatory Supervisor trainings offered throughout the year
*Position specific meetings
-Model department values and expectations
-Knowledgeably explain Campus Recreation policies and procedures
-Assist with: planning, promoting and implementing Fitness & Wellness programs and workshops, fitness center operations and special events, recruitment, selection, training, scheduling, supervision, social media management, evaluation and retention of Fitness & Wellness program staff
-Instruct group fitness classes and conduct personal training sessions as needed
-Sub Fitness & Wellness programs and weight room shifts as needed
-Assist in enforcing that staff adhere to department values and expectations, provide coaching and feedback for improvements, and implement “feedback forms”
-Draft staff evaluations for review and assist with select performance reviews
-Complete special projects as assigned
Requirements
-Certified as a personal trainer or group fitness instructor through ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, AFAA or other certification deemed acceptable by Department of Campus Recreation Fitness & Wellness administrators within six months.
-Detail oriented and self-motivated
-Demonstrated relevant experience in fitness, preferably in personal training and/or group fitness instruction with an exemplary employment record
-Proficient knowledge in Campus Recreation policies and procedures
-Must possess leadership, supervisory, customer service and communication skills (verbal and written)
-Early morning, evening and weekend availability; flexible scheduling and break availability
-Must be enrolled at UArizona for a minimum of 6 credit hours (employment contingent on enrollment)
Required Trainings/Certifications
The successful incumbent is required to have the following certifications and training:
-American Red Cross Adult First Aid CPR/AED certification within 45 days of hire and renew every two years.
-All Department of Campus Recreation employees are required to complete blood borne pathogen training within 45 days of hire and renew on an annual basis.
-Complete New Employee training which includes but not limited to Emergency Action Plan, Nondiscrimination and Anti-harassment Policy training, All-Employee Security (Computer) Awareness, Online Driver Registration & Golf Cart (if authorized), and Youth Safety Training within 45 days.
Requirements