Coordinator of Fitness Services

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values
Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.
2. We strive for excellence.
3. We thrive on diversity.
4. We celebrate collaboration.
5. We champion innovation.
6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.
8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Department Information
The Campus Recreation Complex (CRC) is a 300,659 sq. ft. facility located on the West side of campus. The complex is a unique expansion of the existing swimming and diving venue built for the 1996 Olympic Games. Campus Recreation provides a premier recreation fitness center, aquatic center, recreation fields, and leadership challenge course for the Georgia Tech community. We offer programming that includes Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Fitness Instruction and Classes, and Outdoor Recreation

The Coordinator of Fitness Services will oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of diverse fitness programs, including group fitness, personal training, massage therapy, and special events, while ensuring excellence in staff recruitment, training, and performance management. This role involves collaborating with campus stakeholders to promote student wellness, managing program budgets, and using data-driven insights to enhance program effectiveness. Additionally, the Coordinator will work to create a vibrant and engaging fitness environment that supports member participation and satisfaction throughout the year. This position typically will advise and counsel: Students and Staff. This position will supervise: Assigned Staff

Job Duty 1 -
Coordinate, develop, implement, schedule, supervise, and evaluate comprehensive programs for group fitness, personal training, small group training, and special events.

Job Duty 2 -
Assist with recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training of part-time, student, and tech temp staff. Foster excellence through regular staff meetings, training sessions, and ongoing coaching conversations.

Job Duty 3 -
Create an engaging and supportive experience for part-time and student staff, ensuring they meet certification requirements and to help deliver outstanding customer service. Monitor and track staff certifications, agreements, and overall performance.

Job Duty 4 -
Partner with campus stakeholders to promote physical health and wellness across the institute. Develop comprehensive fitness programs for students and work collaboratively to impact the campus community positively.

Job Duty 5 -
Develop and manage program budgets, monitor payroll for part-time and student staff, and maintain documentation for financials and supplies.

Job Duty 6 -
Track program participation, gather feedback, and analyze data to refine offerings and enhance member satisfaction. Utilize insights to drive strategic decisions and continuously improve program effectiveness.

Job Duty 7 -
Collaborate with the marketing team to design and implement a dynamic, year-long promotional plan that attracts, retains, and serves our members. Elevate our fitness programs through innovative marketing strategies.

Job Duty 8 -
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Kinesiology/Exercise Science Health, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Required Qualifications
Required Certifications, Licenses or Permits:
Group fitness instructor and personal training certification through an organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Examples of organizations meeting this qualification include ACE (American Council on Exercise), ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine), NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association), National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA). Current CPR certification

Required Experience
Two or more years of job-related experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Certifications, Licenses or Permits:
National Certification in ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine), NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists), Health Coaching, Certified Health Education Specialist, Yoga instructor certification, indoor cycling instructor, or CPR/FA Instructor certification

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree

ABILITIES
o Occasional travel up to 10% or more
o Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and supervise
o Ability to gather and organize data, draw logical conclusions, and discern implications
o Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion
o Must be well organized and able to prioritize work, problem solve, make decisions, and meet
scheduled deadlines under pressure

KNOWLEDGE
o Previous experience in a management/leadership position supervising staff
o Must have a working knowledge of fitness and be aware of current trends in fitness and wellness
o Experience with building cooperative working relationships with a wide range of students, faculty,
and staff
o Holistic fitness programming and collaboration experience, special event management, and related
extra-curricular experience and/or student development experiences
o Knowledge, experience, and expertise in exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics and
nutrition. As well as strength training, health/fitness assessments, personal training, and group
fitness

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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Salary range: $58,000.00-$62,000.00/annual

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job grade: A7

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have financial responsibilities.
No, this position will be required to drive.
This role is 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.

A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest