Description of Work:

• Develop, direct, and administer an evidence-based comprehensive Fitness Services program for students and members of Campus Recreation.
• Provide administrative oversight for Group Fitness, Personal Training, Small Group Trainings, and the Strength Training and Conditioning services.
• Lead a team of professional and student staff, including hiring, training, evaluating and providing development opportunities.
• Some evening and weekend hours required.

Additional Questions:  Please contact Steve Woita, Associate Director - swoita22@unl.edu / 402.472.3467

Application Review Date: April 14, 2025.

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

• Vacation and sick leave pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• And much more!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants 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 https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science/kinesiology, dietetics, health education, educational administration, or related field. Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience managing full-time, part-time, or student staff members. Experience preparing instructors/trainers/interns for job responsibilities in fitness/wellness areas. Certification required in at least one of the following areas by a nationally accredited organization: Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA, ACSM, ACE), Group Fitness Instructor (ACE, AFAA, ACSM), Medical Exercise Specialist or Lifestyle Management/Wellness Coach. Must be certified as a CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree is preferred. Preferred to have two or more nationally accredited fitness credentials. 5 or more years of related experience in the fitness industry and/or collegiate recreation. Experience purchasing and managing inventory of fitness equipment.

About University of Nebraska - Lincoln Campus Recreation

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, to create opportunity for the state of Nebraska. A proud member of the Big Ten Conference, the Big Ten Academic Alliance, and the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), Nebraska is classified within the Carnegie “R1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity” category. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

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