FLSA Status
Exempt

Posting End Date
Open until filled.

Earliest Start Date
As soon as possible.

Salary
$35,568 Annually

Hours per Week
40.00 hours per week

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Hiring Department
Recreational Sports

Required Application Materials
A resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references are required to apply.

Please submit all documents in a single PDF file to be considered.

Purpose of Position
The Coordinator of Fitness is responsible for managing a comprehensive operation of fitness programs. Ensures safety, maintains facility and equipment, enhancing the fitness programs for our students.

Fitness and wellness coordinator must possess a dedication to sharing the benefits of a healthy lifestyle with the university community. They express this devotion by developing classes and fitness and wellness events, instructing others in the use of weights, exercise machines, and equipment. Other duties of this occupation include managing fitness and wellness center budgets, organizing and supervising a team of fitness and wellness professionals which may include physical trainers and fitness instructors, among others.

Essential Functions
Recruitment/Staff Development:
Recruit, hire, train, provide professional development, schedule, supervise, and evaluate a diverse group of Personal Trainers, Group Exercise instructors, and fitness professionals
Create, maintain, and modify Fitness class schedules
Create an environment inspiring innovation, technology, and effective student development outcomes
Ensure safety and quality of programs, practices, and events

Project and Facility Management:
Implement fitness and wellness workshops
Log, maintain, and assess facility usage and programming initiatives
Responsible for development and implementation of the Safety and Risk Management procedures for fitness programs and facilities

Fitness Program Development:
Plan, staff, conduct, and assess all fitness classes, university programming, and special events related to or scheduled in the fitness rooms and courts
Recruit fitness program participants, members, and volunteers utilizing promotional or marketing methods
Develop, compile, and work with marketing to write communications and promotional material for distribution
Maintain excellent customer relations with patrons and potential patrons
Leadership:

Participate in centralized strategic planning and initiatives, with a focus on programming and innovation
Serve as a liaison between department and campus organizations
Serve as subject matter expert and work closely to lead and assist students
Develop and facilitate workshops and meetings based on the needs of the department
Lead a dynamic and comprehensive fitness program
Lead the fitness team in contributing to a strategic plan to increase student recruitment and retention
Other:

Forecast and operate the Fitness budget, offering recommendations, communicating requests, and maintaining records. This also requires an up-to-date budget
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
Comply with all State and University policies
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree

One year of experience related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications
Current certification in group fitness instructor or personal training through NSCA, ACE, AFAA, ACSM or NASM.
Experience in a higher education recreational setting.
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Recreation Management, Physical Education, or a related field.

Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee is regularly required to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and work in high, precarious places. The noise level for the work environment is usually moderate.

EO/AA Statement
In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit: https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psc/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U






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