Fitness Program Coordinator

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44,200 - Midpoint: $55,300 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization: 820632 - UREC Personal Training

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings, weekends, & holidays required.

Job Summary: The Fitness Program Coordinator administers one or more Student Life program(s). Serves as liaison between the program and other departments or the community. May supervise staff or students.

Additional Department Summary: Provides professional management and supervision for the daily operations of University Recreation Fitness Programs. Assists in the management and execution of the personal training program, fitness consultations and counseling, fitness testing and non-credit educational courses focused on health, holistic wellness, safety education, and leadership development at the Student Recreation Center and the Witt Student Activity Center at Presidential Village. Reports to and works closely with the Assistant Director for Fitness Programs on strategic planning to ensure that programmatic, financial, and experiential goals are met. Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and supervises 25-30 student and non-student staff. Performs employee skills assessments and performance evaluations. Develops and executes revenue producing services. Assists with departmental safety trainings. Performs high level of risk assessment and manages the needs of the personal training studio and fitness equipment. Manages administrative tasks (payroll, budgeting, and accounting) and has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in University policies and procedures. Serves as a fitness ambassador for the department providing fitness education, knowledge, and public relations to a variety of campus and community populations. Provides an environment for University Recreation participants by offering broad educational and recreational opportunities to students, faculty, staff, alumni, affiliates, and community participants. Supports department and University goals outreach in student employment opportunities, patron relations, program offerings, and special events, and works to maximize student and patron experiences by providing quality programs, facilities, and customer experiences to the University community. Assists in providing opportunities that have a positive impact on the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing of University students through collaboration and partnerships with other divisional and campus units. Completes required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher and some fitness programming experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid, nationally recognized personal training certification, from a National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited certifying organization or be able to obtain certification within three (3) months of hire date if lapsed. CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) weeks of hire date. CPR & First Aid Instructor certification required, or ability to attain within six (6) months of hire date.

Skills and Knowledge: Strong customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize multiple work responsibilities in time-sensitive situations, work with limited supervision, supervise staff, and disseminate new clients based on risk stratification. Ability to format and lead personal training prep course for UA community using NCCA approved certification material, maintain client retention, train at least two clients per week, maintain presence in fitness spaces. Knowledge of fitness programs, best practices and industry standards. Knowledge of personal computers and standard software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, database management, etc.). Demonstrates commitment to supporting all students.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience; OR Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.