The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

The ideal candidate will:

• Supervise and manage the operation of the group fitness programs at all Campus Recreation facilities.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, develop, and evaluate Group Fitness staff.
• Conduct fitness staff meetings, expand staff development opportunities, and update staff manuals, policies and procedures.
• Implement a comprehensive, diverse and accessible schedule of group fitness classes (including land, mind/body, aqua, and indoor cycling) for participants of all abilities and fitness levels.
• Prepare and administer annual group fitness budgets that project income, payroll expenditures and equipment purchases.
• Work collaboratively with the Assistant Director for Fitness Programs & Wellness Services to develop the appropriate learning outcomes.
• Develop and implement future programs.

Minimum qualifications are as follows:

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, health, physical education, kinesiology or related field required. 
• Must have minimum of 2 years of experience in group fitness and/or mind/body class instruction.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in group fitness and/or mind/body program coordination necessary.
• Certified Group Fitness Instructor (ACE, ACSM and/or recognized national governing body), and certified in at least 2 of the following formats: Certified Mind/Body Instructor (i.e. Yoga, Barre, Pilates), Specialty Certification (Cycling, Kickboxing, TRX, other).
• Ability to teach a variety of group fitness and/or mind/body classes required.
• Ability to maintain confidential staff and client records necessary.
• Certified in FA/CPR/AED.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor Certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire) necessary.
• Must have excellent oral and written, problem solving, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with word processing, database and spreadsheet software essential.
• Must have ability to motivate others to excel and lead.