Job Description Summary
In support of the Student Affairs Learning Outcomes the Wellness and Recreation team manages multiple fitness and recreation facilities and coordinates a variety of on and offcampus recreation and wellness education programming. Alongside professional staff and in collaboration with other team members the Fitness Session Leader is responsible for leading group fitness sessions which will include Spin Yoga Zumba Kickboxing Pilates Barre High Intensity Interval Training Strength Training and more. The Fitness Session Leader strives to create welcoming environments that contribute to the University by building community increasing the students pride in their university and improving students healthy sense of self. All Fitness Session Leaders are members of the Department of Student Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs.
Responsibilities
Plan and lead a minimum of three group fitness sessions weekly and provide excellent customer service to students participating in group fitness sessions Work with the leads graduate assistants and professional staff to manage group fitness sessions including setup and cleanup of assigned group fitness session and proper inventory management equipment Morning evening latenight and weekend availability is required. Assist with planning and leading special events related to group fitness Work alongside fellow Fitness Session Leaders graduate assistants and leads to create a balanced group fitness schedule Promote the fitness sessions and other fitness recreation and wellness programs offered by the University Attend all scheduled meetings and training sessions Meet monthly with Lead graduate assistants and professional staff Attend team and department meetings Assist in Student Engagement departmentwide events Assist in other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Qualifications Required All Fitness Session Leaders are required to have or complete a group fitness certification approved by Student Engagement. If an applicant is not already certified certification will be coordinated by the Department of Student Engagement upon employment. CPR /First Aid/ AED Certified through the end of the academic year. If an applicant is not already certified certification will be coordinated by the Department of Student Engagement upon employment. Demonstrated skill in group fitness instruction Demonstrated plan to obtain group fitness certification prior to start date Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Effective written and oral communication skills Time management skills Punctuality Dependability and accountability Ability to manage conflict and apply feedback to performance Initiative and the ability to work independently with little supervision Positive image and tidy appearance Minimum of 2.5 GPA Knowledge of and ability to abide by campus policies and procedures including prevention of sexual harassment Title IX and FERPA