Asst. Director, Wellness

4 weeks ago

Coral Gables, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
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This position will supervise, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate the daily operations of the fitness room and personal training program as well as assist with, fitness lab operations and supervision of exercise programs for special populations. The position reports to the Director, Wellness Programs and directly supervises one to three interns, 40-50 student Fitness Room employees and 10-15 personal trainers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Supervise and evaluate fitness room operations and programs. Coordinate and oversee hiring and scheduling of fitness room student staff; utilize the Exercise Guidelines and Safety training program for fitness room staff.
  • Maintain fitness room floor presence and direct supervision while emphasizing exceptional customer service.
  • Plan, administer, and evaluate a comprehensive individual and small group personal training program. Coordinate individual assessment, consultation and follow-up with clientele. Coordinate and oversee the hiring, training, and continuing education of personal training staff.
  • Enforce policies and procedures for personal training and fitness room. Administrate and provide in-service training and professional development for fitness room staff and personal trainers.
  • Assist with the supervision of exercise programs for special populations, LIFE Senior Fitness Program and other exercise/fitness services in the fitness room, Storm Zone and the fitness laboratory as requested.
  • Develop and facilitate fitness room programs and workshops designed to motivate and educate Wellness Center members.
  • Assist with the implementation and management of the CHAMP student program.
  • Determine program fiscal needs, prepare budget recommendations, and assist with fee structure.
  • Maintain a comprehensive equipment cleaning and maintenance program of all fitness room equipment. Work with the associate director of operations and maintenance staff as appropriate.
  • Recommend and/or select equipment and supplies to be purchased for the fitness room to director, wellness programs.
  • Provide detailed monthly and annual financial, progress, and usage reports as requested.
  • Coordinate marketing efforts for personal training and various fitness events; collaborate with marketing to create promotional materials.
  • Understand, follow and communicate all department and University risk management policies to employees. Assist in the development of the department risk management program as needed.
  • Collaborate with the wellness team on special events and projects.
  • Keep abreast of current research in fitness field; obtain and maintain appropriate certifications.
  • Possess a personal commitment to a wellness lifestyle.
  • Complete other reports and assignments as required by the director, wellness programs or the executive director of the Department of Wellness and Recreation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of current exercise guidelines for healthy and diseased populations.
  • Knowledge of industry standard fitness assessment and personal training protocols.
  • Working knowledge of cardiovascular and resistance training equipment.
  • Willingness to obtain continuing education and remain abreast of exercise related guidelines.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and customer service skills.
  • General computer knowledge.
  • Personal commitment to health and fitness.
Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):
  • Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science or related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
  • NCCA accredited certification required (ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred)
  • Current CPR/AED certification required.
Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):
  • Minimum of three years of relevant experience in the areas of exercise science, fitness management or wellness.
  • Supervisory and management experience required within the last two years.
  • Personal training and fitness assessment experience.
  • Due to the nature of the responsibilities, flexibility to a variable work schedule (early mornings, evenings and weekends) is required.


The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:A8

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