Coordinator for Fitness and Wellness

Job Title: Coordinator for Fitness and WellnessLocation: Americus, GeorgiaRegular/Temporary: RegularFull/Part Time: Full-TimeJob ID: 295885About UsGeorgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for managing all fitness and wellness activities for the University.ResponsibilitiesSupervises Fitness and Wellness staff and operations. (60%) Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, retaining, supervising, and evaluating staff for the Fitness Center and group fitness.Develops and publishes program policies, guidelines, and risk management of campus fitness and wellness activities.Work with Fitness and Wellness staff to develop short- and long-term goals, coordinate special events, revise departmental policies and procedures, enhance student development, and interact with other campus entities.Adheres to and ensures compliance with the protection and confidentiality of student records and information, as outlined in the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act.Maintains responsibility for the management of equipment and supplies.Maintains compliance with all industry standardsComplete routine facility inspections and auditsManage technology software for fitness and wellness which includes membership management and facilities scheduling and reservations.Supervise the racquetball courts, PODS, aerobics studio, game room, rock climbing, and outdoor challenge course.Manages programming. (30%) Develop, implement, publicize and evaluate various programs, including wellness initiatives, group fitness, and wellness excursions.Support the Intramural and Outdoor Recreation Coordinator by collaborating on the execution of Intramural seasons and specialized events.Collaborate with campus departments on departmental and university events.Maintains programming spaces for groups with reservations.Add and remove offerings based on program feedback and local/national trends.Work in collaboration with Fitness and Wellness Staff, Student Affairs staff and university partners to support department initiatives within the mission of a student-centered facility, programs and services.Schedule and administer a diverse offering of outdoor trips, clinics, and programs for the university community.Crises Response. (10%) Serves as the risk management coordinator for Florrie Fitness centerMaintains required First ¿ Aid trainings and certifications.Conducts regular inventory and site checks on AED stations.Trains staff on crisis response protocols.Required QualificationsEducational Requirements: Bachelor's Level Degree, or equivalent experience, and two years of employment experience in collegiate recreational sports programming.Other Required Qualifications: First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within three months of employment.Required Documents to AttachResumeCover LetterKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledgeKnowledge of sport rules, regulations, and guidelines.Knowledge of physical education and industry standards.Knowledge of Climbing Wall and challenge course standards.Knowledge of outdoor safety procedures.Knowledge of turf, field, and irrigation maintenance.SkillsSkill in program planning and implementation.Skill in accounting and budget management.Skill in interpersonal communications.Skill in oral and written communications.Skill in facility managementContact InformationFor more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.Equal Employment OpportunityGeorgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.J-18808-Ljbffr