Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Director, Fitness and Informal Recreation (GA076) in Campus Recreation. This position will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of Campus Recreation facilities and fitness programming based on established mission, vision and goals. This person will develop, implement, and evaluate fitness and wellness programs at Longwood University.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinate a comprehensive fitness program to include Group Exercise, Personal Training, and Well-being events
- Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Fitness Center to include; staffing, scheduling, customer service and coordination of support activities
- Supervise and lead the Operations Technician in achieving department and program goals
- Assist with Fitness center operation (equipment, policy)
- Recruit, hire, train, manage and evaluate quality student staff for informal, group fitness, personal training, and operations
- Provide leadership to 25 – 35 student employees in the fitness and wellness area
- Involvement with Student Affairs teams, activities and university wide opportunities related to recreation, fitness and well-being
- Organize a comprehensive Marketing Program including development and implementation of the Campus Recreation marketing plan and marketing materials
- Other duties assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Health, Exercise Science, Recreation or related field
- Master’s degree preferred
- One year of experience in a campus recreation setting preferred
- Certification from a reputable national organization (ACSM, NSCA, AFAA, etc.) in group fitness and/or personal training preferred
- Experience with fitness equipment operation and maintenance preferred
- NIRSA involvement preferred
Additional Information:
This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. The salary will be $42,500-$45,000 commensurate with credentials and experience. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
- State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
- Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
- Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
- Life & Long-Term care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
- Educational benefits for most employees
- Fitness Center membership less expensive than most
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; position posted 6/14/2023. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions and attach (under Resume) a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact details of three references.