Assistant Director for Fitness Wellness
Assistant Director for Fitness Wellness
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$ 55000 - 60000
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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director for Fitness & Wellness. Boca Raton FL.
Reporting through the Department of Campus Recreation the Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness oversees all operations and actions within a comprehensive fitness and wellness program. This position works closely with strategic university partners to integrate fitness into universitywide wellness initiatives and educational programming.
Summary of responsibilities:
Fitness and Wellness Initiatives
- Remain abreast of national university and local trends within the field of health and fitness; in order to continually assess the needs of the FAU community.
- Oversee the success of a comprehensive fitness program that includes; Personal Training Group Fitness Instructional Programs and Fitness Outreach and Education.
- Maintain annual fitness budget monitor expenses and develop revenue projections
- Manage the planning and implementation of specialized fitness programs including various fitness outreach events.
- Foster collaborative relationships with university constituents to develop an integrative approach to fitness and wellness programming.
- Support and maintain a culture and environment that promotes the overall wellbeing of the FAU community.
- Provide leadership training and support for student and employee fitness and wellness programs at the partner campuses.
- Assist with establishing a longterm vision and strategic plan of university wellness initiatives.
- Assist in the evaluation of fitness equipment purchases related to the departments repair and replacement plan.
Staff Development & Supervision
- Responsible for recruitment hiring training supervising and evaluating of the Fitness Coordinator
- Assist in the hiring training scheduling and supervision of student or OPS staff.
- Provide support and oversee the development of two student Fitness Managers and approximately 15 Certified Personal Trainers and 25 Certified Group Fitness Instructors.
- Maintain records of all necessary and applicable certifications for all staff under the departments fitness and wellness area
Risk Management
- Create and direct risk management plan for group exercise personal training and preparation programs with regard to applicable laws and industry standards/best practices.
- Coordinate and/or teach American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Blood borne pathogen and AED certification courses for all departmental staff
Assessment
- Assist with development of departmental strategic plan and annual assessment materials
- Make decisions based on alignment with and achievement of the departments strategic plan and action steps
- Assist with preparing monthly and annual reports.
Miscellaneous
- Assist in the preparation of the departments budget.
- Assist with department and division wide programs and initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Perform other duties as requested.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students staff and faculty FAU offers:
- Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family) Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
- State retirement options including taxdeferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
- State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Flexible work arrangement plans
- Sick Leave Pool Program
- Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave 1 personal day 9 paid holidays and paid winter break (at Presidents discretion).
- Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
- Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty Tuition assistance after 6 months of fulltime employment. For inunit faculty the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
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Minimum Qualifications:
A masters degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required.Salary:
$55000 $60000 per year.College or Department:
Division of Student Affairs: Campus RecreationLocation:
Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:
Monday Friday 8am 5pm. Some nights and weekends.Application Deadline:
Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation if applicable sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PREEMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II) motor vehicle check credit check reference checks alcohol and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at. For inquiries concerning employees job applicants or other available accommodations please call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
