Job Description
The mission of Campus Recreation is to encourage the campus community to embrace fun and well-being through movement, challenge, and play. The Assistant Director, Fitness will be responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of all fitness programs and services provided through the Department of Campus Recreation.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Exercise Science or related field.
Three years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) professional work experience in fitness, experience in a collegiate environment preferred.
Possession of American Red Cross AED/CPR/BBP/First Aid Instructor Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
Possession of one (1) certification in personal training OR group fitness as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accepted Personal training certifications include ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA. Accepted Group Fitness Certifications include AFAA or ACE. Certification in the other area is required within one year of employment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing.
Proven ability to demonstrate group fitness technique.
Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Exercise Science or related field.
Demonstrated experience successfully managing a fitness program.
Possession of both personal training and group fitness certifications as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accepted Personal training certifications include: ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA. Accepted Group Fitness Certifications include: AFAA or ACE. Certification in the other area is required within one year of employment.
Possession of certifications in the fitness specialties planned or currently offered in Campus Recreation. Examples include: yoga, Zumba, cycling, Insanity and aquatic fitness.
Possession of American Red Cross AED/CPR/BBP/First Aid Instructor Certification.
Thorough understanding of campus recreation with expertise in one or more areas of recreation.
Demonstrated experience with training and supervision of student employees and/or volunteers.
Organizational skills in fitness and special event programs.
Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office 2010 suite or equivalent product.
Familiarity with inspecting facility for risk management and maintenance concerns.
Familiarity with a broad range of fitness equipment and the ability to maintain equipment inventory including procurement and lifecycle rotation plans.
Familiarity and/or comfort with Fusion (or equivalent member management software).
Salary
$60,000 - $67,000 annual
Links
ISU Jobs Website
Contact Information
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Illinois State University
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Human Resources
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| Contact
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Kira Shelton
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309-438-8311
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