Old Dominion University Recreation & Wellness Department seeks a dynamic individual to join our team as the Coordinator of Fitness & Wellness. The coordinator will develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of fitness and wellness programming to improve the health and well-being of the Old Dominion University community. They will assist the Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness in hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating graduate assistants, interns, and student and hourly staff. The Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining current certifications and continuing education related to the recreation field.

For more information see the job listing at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/25315

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on February 23, 2026.

• Master’s degree in exercise science, recreation, sport management, or a related field; or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated basic experience coordinating fitness and/or wellness programs, with specific experience supporting the growth and development of group exercise and/or personal training programs in a collegiate setting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality results within established timelines.
• Strong organizational, written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, and community partners, while maintaining confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Possession of at least one nationally recognized certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA).
• Proficiency with common office productivity software and willingness to learn institution-specific systems.

About Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University is Virginia's forward-focused, public doctoral research university for high-performing students from around the world who want a rigorous academic experience in a fast-paced and profoundly multi-cultural community.With an enrollment of more than 24,000 students, the university offers 70 bachelor's, 54 master's and 42 doctoral degree programs and 2 educational specialists degrees. ODU's eminent scholarship and innovative and engaging teaching foster nationally recognized programs. A determined entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving drives cutting-edge research and strategic partnerships with government, business, industry, organizations, and the arts.In addition to its 185-acre main campus in Norfolk, Old Dominion operates higher education centers in Hampton, Virginia Beach, and Portsmouth. The University also offers over 100 academic programs through a thriving distance learning network.It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment and educational opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation or sexual orientation. An integral p...art of this policy is to administer recruiting, hiring, working conditions, compensation, training, opportunities for advancement, and termination of employment for all employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, or sexual orientation.

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