Georgia State University, Department of Recreational Services, is searching for an outstanding candidate to fill the role of Coordinator, Instructional Programs.  The position will be responsible for supervising, organizing and managing all aspects of the Atlanta campus instructional clinics and fitness classes. 

Job Duties

• Coordinating in excess of 40 weekly fitness classes and in excess of 40 weekly instructional clinics. 
• Coordination to include instruction, facilities, equipment and scheduling. 
• Recruit and supervise all instructors; verify qualifications/certifications; directly supervise one graduate assistant. 
• Monitor daily operation of classes and clinics.
• Monitor daily operation of registration process.
• Enforce policies and monitor procedures for registration and participation. 
• Manage payroll that will include various employment classifications. 
• Maintain safety of equipment; evaluate and purchase update new equipment as necessary. 
• Communicate with instructors each semester regarding class schedule, semester dates, new policies and procedures. 
• Develop, maintain and enforce standards of safety and risk management including environment, equipment and instruction. 
• Assist with marketing efforts including preparation for Rap-Up each semester, promotion of demonstrations and special events.   Evaluate trends and update program offerings as necessary.

This position may require weekend and evening hours.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Administration or related field.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Certification in group exercise by a nationally recognized organization such as ACSM, ACE or AFAA

In addition to a nationally recognized group exercise certification, the preferred candidate will also be an American College of Sports Medicine’s Certified Exercise Physiologist

About Georgia State University

The purpose of the Department of Recreational Services is to promote healthy lifestyles through exceptional recreational programs, services, and facilities. On the Atlanta campus, Recreational Services is housed in the 161,000 square foot Student Recreation Center (SRC). Our two off-campus sites are also managed by the department; Panthersville Recreation Complex, an outdoor lighted multipurpose athletic field area and the Indian Creek Recreation Area which includes the Lodge, Challenge Course, Outpost, an outdoor pool, event lawn, and sand volleyball court. Recreational Services also provides programs at services at our 4 Perimeter locations of Clarkston, Decatur, Newton and Dunwoody. Georgia State University is a member of the University System of Georgia.

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