University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness Programs
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, Champaign, Illinois, us, 61825
Job Summary
Responsible for the overall direction, development, and management of Campus Recreation's fitness programs including the Group Fitness and Personal Training programs for students, faculty/staff, and other eligible participants as well all departmental wellness initiatives. Supervises all part-time staff related to fitness programming.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Fitness & Wellness Programs Responsibilities (50%)
Organize, plan, conduct, and evaluate Fitness and Wellness programs, including group fitness, personal training, and special events; make program updates based on current research; conduct quality improvement projects and needs assessments of areas; increase participation of campus community and seek additional uses to drive revenue.
Schedule and coordinate group fitness classes.
Coordinate client and training scheduling.
Coordinate fitness screenings and assessments.
Establish financial targets; set fees and charges for services.
Organize Wellness programs and offerings笑
Maintain records of certifications of all group fitness instructors and personal trainers. Communicate regularly regarding status of certification and if employee will need to seek recertification prior to expiration. Serve as department contact responsible for researching, securing, and scheduling various certification classes available to our current instructors and the University community - Example. Les Mills certification trainings, etc.
Research and analyze trends in collegiate recreation fitness program in addition to Campus Recreation. Provide input on the fiscal needs of the program including budget recommendations, revenue projects and fee rates. - - Provide programmatic recommendations and proposals utilizing such information.
Develop marketing and promotion efforts focused on fitness and wellness programs, packages, and events; In conjunction with the marketing department implement these efforts which may include print information, website design and social media outreach.
Manage the program responsibilities within the budget constraints established by Campus Recreation (Business Office & Executive Director of Campus Recreation)
Develop and instruct an in-house personalাঙ training and group fitness instruction course(s)
Develop and locate health and fitness education resources to contribute to the continuing education of the fitness staff
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Evaluate events and ensure compliance with University standards related to facility usage, risk management, and vendor agreements. Identify potential risksreflection associated with events and maintain standards to ensure a safe environment for patrons.
Track and compile information and data in conjunction with monthly, mid-year and yearly reports. Utilize information to develop policies, procedures, and strategic goals for fitness programs for Campus Recreation.
Collects and analyzes data on program participation, outcomes, and student learning.
Serve on Student Affair Wellness Committee, other campus and external committees and boards to build relationships with department.
Supervision (20%)
Hire, train, evaluate all staff including Program Assistants, Personal Trainers, Group Fitness Instructors, Interns, and other hourly personnel.
\propylene Determine staffing needs and hire qualified candidates
Set working schedule for all fitness staff
Monitor compliance with staff certifications
Prioritize tasks and assign/delegate duties to direct reports as it relates to fitness operations, personal training, and wellness.
Conduct annual performance reviews and provide vision-based objectives that align with professional expectations and program goals.
Encourage and support professional development.
Manage payroll for al full-time and part-time staff within group fitness, personal training, and wellness.
Facility and Equipment Design Responsibilities (20%)
Research and make purchase recommendations for all fitness equipment including strength, cardio-respiratory and flexibility equipment.
Organize, maintain, and update the equipment replacement plan document for Campus Recreation facilities.
Ensures facility safety, manages inventory, and aid in the coordination of fitness equipment maintenance
In conjunction with the Director and Associate Directors of Financial Operations, Operations and Programs, recommend and prioritize equipment purchases for departmental programs - including but not limited to cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment and various smaller pieces of equipment needed throughout departmental programs.
Conduct annual review of existing fitness floor, operations, and other related areas· policies. Make determinations for adjustment based on current risk management policies and procedures, incorporating industry trends and University and departmental expectations.
Conduct quality improvement projects including equipment inspections and needs assessments for fitness operations and programs.
Departmental Duties (10%)
Collaborate with department, campus and community partners on education and programming initiatives that promote healthy physical activity, exercise, and nutrition. Example. McKinley Health Education, etc.
Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation program areas when needed, including the development of collaborative programming. Example. Aquatics, etc.
Work collaboratively with campus units and the general community to promote personal training and fitness opportunities.
Participate in the development of programs, departmental objectivesJh السو and long-range planning by performing research, providing recommendations, and implementing plans as appropriate.
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Participate as a member of the Campus Recreation professional staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Enforce and maintain Campus Recreation policies and procedures as th3 l apropriated to usage of facilities on campus.
Obtain and maintain appropriate certifications.
Serve on Division and/or University committees as assigned.
Design and operands special projects that support the overall mission of Campus Recreation.
Additional Physical Demands
Work is performed in a typical office setting; however, travel for workshops, conferences, Instructional Kitchen, Food Bank pickups may be required. Position involving lifting 25lbs and being active for Fitness/Wellness Programs. Position involves working a flexible schedule, including nights/weekends for programming/student events.
Travel Requirements
5% There will be occasional travel for workshops, conferences, and Instructional Kitchen Food Bank pickups.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Administration Christus, or related field.
2. A total of two (2) years (24 months) in education, training and/or work experience in group fitness, personal training, and/or wellness.
3. Possession of an ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA certification in personal training or AFAA or ACE group fitness certification, as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Administration, or relevant field.
Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of group fitness, personal training, and wellness programs.
Experience with a participant registration platform (such as Fusion, etc.).
Experience leading a group fitness, personal training, or wellness program.
Experience supervising group fitness instructors, personal trainers ajustar, or wellness staff.
Experience working with students.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources.
Skill in analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Skill in scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Communication skills.
Ability to adjust-rule actions in relation to others' actions.
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words UpperI, and sentences.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
Ability to work {effectively with staff, the public} and outside constituency groups.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to utilize various computer software packages, such as accounting software, query, etc.
Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in order to be able to analyze and investigate a variety of questions or problems.
Ability to analyze and develop guidelines, procedures and systems.
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Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Fitness & Wellness Programs Responsibilities (50%)
Organize, plan, conduct, and evaluate Fitness and Wellness programs, including group fitness, personal training, and special events; make program updates based on current research; conduct quality improvement projects and needs assessments of areas; increase participation of campus community and seek additional uses to drive revenue.
Schedule and coordinate group fitness classes.
Coordinate client and training scheduling.
Coordinate fitness screenings and assessments.
Establish financial targets; set fees and charges for services.
Organize Wellness programs and offerings笑
Maintain records of certifications of all group fitness instructors and personal trainers. Communicate regularly regarding status of certification and if employee will need to seek recertification prior to expiration. Serve as department contact responsible for researching, securing, and scheduling various certification classes available to our current instructors and the University community - Example. Les Mills certification trainings, etc.
Research and analyze trends in collegiate recreation fitness program in addition to Campus Recreation. Provide input on the fiscal needs of the program including budget recommendations, revenue projects and fee rates. - - Provide programmatic recommendations and proposals utilizing such information.
Develop marketing and promotion efforts focused on fitness and wellness programs, packages, and events; In conjunction with the marketing department implement these efforts which may include print information, website design and social media outreach.
Manage the program responsibilities within the budget constraints established by Campus Recreation (Business Office & Executive Director of Campus Recreation)
Develop and instruct an in-house personalাঙ training and group fitness instruction course(s)
Develop and locate health and fitness education resources to contribute to the continuing education of the fitness staff
岗
Evaluate events and ensure compliance with University standards related to facility usage, risk management, and vendor agreements. Identify potential risksreflection associated with events and maintain standards to ensure a safe environment for patrons.
Track and compile information and data in conjunction with monthly, mid-year and yearly reports. Utilize information to develop policies, procedures, and strategic goals for fitness programs for Campus Recreation.
Collects and analyzes data on program participation, outcomes, and student learning.
Serve on Student Affair Wellness Committee, other campus and external committees and boards to build relationships with department.
Supervision (20%)
Hire, train, evaluate all staff including Program Assistants, Personal Trainers, Group Fitness Instructors, Interns, and other hourly personnel.
\propylene Determine staffing needs and hire qualified candidates
Set working schedule for all fitness staff
Monitor compliance with staff certifications
Prioritize tasks and assign/delegate duties to direct reports as it relates to fitness operations, personal training, and wellness.
Conduct annual performance reviews and provide vision-based objectives that align with professional expectations and program goals.
Encourage and support professional development.
Manage payroll for al full-time and part-time staff within group fitness, personal training, and wellness.
Facility and Equipment Design Responsibilities (20%)
Research and make purchase recommendations for all fitness equipment including strength, cardio-respiratory and flexibility equipment.
Organize, maintain, and update the equipment replacement plan document for Campus Recreation facilities.
Ensures facility safety, manages inventory, and aid in the coordination of fitness equipment maintenance
In conjunction with the Director and Associate Directors of Financial Operations, Operations and Programs, recommend and prioritize equipment purchases for departmental programs - including but not limited to cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment and various smaller pieces of equipment needed throughout departmental programs.
Conduct annual review of existing fitness floor, operations, and other related areas· policies. Make determinations for adjustment based on current risk management policies and procedures, incorporating industry trends and University and departmental expectations.
Conduct quality improvement projects including equipment inspections and needs assessments for fitness operations and programs.
Departmental Duties (10%)
Collaborate with department, campus and community partners on education and programming initiatives that promote healthy physical activity, exercise, and nutrition. Example. McKinley Health Education, etc.
Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation program areas when needed, including the development of collaborative programming. Example. Aquatics, etc.
Work collaboratively with campus units and the general community to promote personal training and fitness opportunities.
Participate in the development of programs, departmental objectivesJh السو and long-range planning by performing research, providing recommendations, and implementing plans as appropriate.
н>
Participate as a member of the Campus Recreation professional staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Enforce and maintain Campus Recreation policies and procedures as th3 l apropriated to usage of facilities on campus.
Obtain and maintain appropriate certifications.
Serve on Division and/or University committees as assigned.
Design and operands special projects that support the overall mission of Campus Recreation.
Additional Physical Demands
Work is performed in a typical office setting; however, travel for workshops, conferences, Instructional Kitchen, Food Bank pickups may be required. Position involving lifting 25lbs and being active for Fitness/Wellness Programs. Position involves working a flexible schedule, including nights/weekends for programming/student events.
Travel Requirements
5% There will be occasional travel for workshops, conferences, and Instructional Kitchen Food Bank pickups.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Administration Christus, or related field.
2. A total of two (2) years (24 months) in education, training and/or work experience in group fitness, personal training, and/or wellness.
3. Possession of an ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA certification in personal training or AFAA or ACE group fitness certification, as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sports Administration, or relevant field.
Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of group fitness, personal training, and wellness programs.
Experience with a participant registration platform (such as Fusion, etc.).
Experience leading a group fitness, personal training, or wellness program.
Experience supervising group fitness instructors, personal trainers ajustar, or wellness staff.
Experience working with students.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources.
Skill in analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Skill in scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Communication skills.
Ability to adjust-rule actions in relation to others' actions.
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words UpperI, and sentences.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
Ability to work {effectively with staff, the public} and outside constituency groups.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to utilize various computer software packages, such as accounting software, query, etc.
Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in order to be able to analyze and investigate a variety of questions or problems.
Ability to analyze and develop guidelines, procedures and systems.
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