Kennesaw, Georgia
Kennesaw, Georgia
Valdosta, Georgia
Miami, Florida
Miami, Florida
Palos Hills, Illinois
Posted: 04-Apr-25
Location: Boca Raton, Florida
Type: Full Time
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 per year.
Categories:
Internal Number: REQ19938
Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director for Fitness & Wellness. - Boca Raton, FL.
Reporting through the Department of Campus Recreation, the Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness oversees all operations and actions within a comprehensive fitness and wellness program. This position works closely with strategic university partners to integrate fitness into university-wide wellness initiatives and educational programming.
Summary of responsibilities:
Fitness and Wellness Initiatives
- Remain abreast of national, university, and local trends within the field of health and fitness; in order to continually assess the needs of the FAU community.
- Oversee the success of a comprehensive fitness program that includes; Personal Training, Group Fitness, Instructional Programs, and Fitness Outreach and Education.
- Maintain annual fitness budget, monitor expenses, and develop revenue projections
- Manage the planning and implementation of specialized fitness programs including various fitness outreach events.
- Foster collaborative relationships with university constituents to develop an integrative approach to fitness and wellness programming.
- Support and maintain a culture and environment that promotes the overall wellbeing of the FAU community.
- Provide leadership, training, and support for student and employee fitness and wellness programs at the partner campuses.
- Assist with establishing a long-term vision and strategic plan of university wellness initiatives.
- Assist in the evaluation of fitness equipment purchases related to the department’s repair and replacement plan.
Staff Development & Supervision
- Responsible for recruitment, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating of the Fitness Coordinator
- Assist in the hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student or OPS staff.
- Provide support and oversee the development of two student Fitness Managers and approximately 15 Certified Personal Trainers and 25 Certified Group Fitness Instructors.
- Maintain records of all necessary and applicable certifications for all staff under the department’s fitness and wellness area
Risk Management
- Create and direct risk management plan for group exercise, personal training and preparation programs with regard to applicable laws and industry standards/best practices.
- Coordinate and/or teach American Red Cross CPR/First Aid, Blood borne pathogen and AED certification courses for all departmental staff
Assessment
- Assist with development of departmental strategic plan and annual assessment materials
- Make decisions based on alignment with and achievement of the department’s strategic plan and action steps
- Assist with preparing monthly and annual reports.
Miscellaneous
- Assist in the preparation of the department’s budget.
- Assist with department and division wide programs and initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Minimum Qualifications:
A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required.
