Coordinator, Fitness Programs

Coordinator, Fitness Programs

Job ID: 293296
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom<https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653> policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct<https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

The Coordinator of Fitness Programs is responsible for the oversight, development, and strategic implementation of a comprehensive group fitness and wellness program within the Wellness and Recreation Department. This position recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates group fitness instructors and student staff while fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and educational fitness environment. The coordinator also leads instructor training courses, develops fitness schedules, oversees equipment planning, and collaborates with campus partners to deliver impactful wellness initiatives.

Responsibilities

Fitness Programming - 50
- Coordinate and deliver daily operations of fitness programs, including group fitness, personal training, small group training, and special events.
- Provide onsite support within campus recreation fitness spaces to ensure safety, engagement, and program quality.
- Assist with the development and delivery of staff training sessions; support continuing education and leadership development initiatives under the guidance of the Associate Director.
- Maintain records of employee training and certifications.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies that enhance fitness programming.
- Monitor the condition of fitness equipment; report issues and assist with inventory tracking and routine maintenance in coordination with the Associate Director.
- Serve as the primary instructor for group fitness classes as needed.
- Collaborate on fitness and wellness programs with campus partners, including weekend and late-night events, under the direction of the Associate Director.
- Contribute to the implementation of student health and wellness initiatives.

Supervision - 35
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise approximately 30 student employees and 15 group fitness instructors.
- Foster a positive and inclusive environment for student employees that promotes accountability, development, and teamwork.
- Implement performance standards and support student growth through regular feedback and mentorship.

Planning and Assessment - 10
- Track participation data and assist with the development of fitness reports, assessments, and recommendations.
- Support the Associate Director in identifying trends
- Lead Exercise is Medicine assessments and expansion efforts.

Other - 5
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation. Serve on campus committees as needed.

All employees within the Division of Student Life will assist with at least three (3) student events/programs per semester that occur outside of regular business hours. Non-exempt employees must coordinate with their immediate supervisor for pre-approval of event service and the appropriate adjustments to their normal work schedule to accommodate the non-business work hours.
Examples of events/programs which satisfy the event service requirement include but are not limited to:
Fall - Week of Welcome, Move-In days, Family Weekend
Spring - Homecoming, Spring Concert, Family Day, preview days, and Junior Day.
The specific list of eligible events/programs for each semester will be maintained and communicated by the Office of the Vice President for Student Life.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Other Required Qualifications
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification, or ability to obtain prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Nationally recognized certifications (e.g., ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, AFAA, SCW)

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in related discipline

Preferred Experience
One to three years of experience in campus recreation.
Experience supervising and mentoring student staff in a collegiate recreation setting.
Experience delivering instructor training programs or certification preparation.
Proficiency with fitness management software and tools (e.g., Fusion, MINDBODY, IMLeagues, DSE).

Required Documents to Attach

• List of References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to maintain detailed and accurate records.
Effectively communicate professionally in both verbal and written formats.
Manage personnel, facilities, and equipment administration systems.
Demonstrate strong organizational, planning, and administrative abilities.
Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Cultivate collaborative relationships across campus with a variety of constituents.

KNOWLEDGE
Advanced knowledge of risk management practices.

SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and public relations skills.
Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.

Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verifcation

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