About the Opportunity

Job Summary:

The Coordinator of University Recreation- Fitness is responsible for the continued development and administration of the Northeastern University Recreation Department's Fitness Programs. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of University Recreation - Fitness, this position assists in the coordination of the scheduling and supervision of a comprehensive personal training program serving the needs of a 21,000 student population, which includes the training, development, hiring, and evaluation of the Fitness Consultants and Personal Trainers.

Required to work on pre-determined weekends covering events throughout a calendar year, some evenings and early mornings, and during inclement weather. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive fitness program that includes personal training, as well as assist with group fitness and fitness special events.
• Hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the Fitness Consultants, and Fitness Administrative Assistant Teams.
• Assessing effectiveness and satisfaction of fitness programs, services, and facilities.
• Supporting the creation and execution of new fitness programs and assists with the organization of fitness workshops and continuing education experiences for the staff.
• Monitoring equipment usage, researches and proposes new equipment purchases, and when needed assists with equipment inspections and risk management assessments.
• Providing leadership and supervision for assigned University Recreation facilities and personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, health and fitness, kinesiology, physical education, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of successfully demonstrated involvement in administering/supervising fitness programs or comparable related experience (relative GA experience will be considered).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and the ability to adapt to learning in-house systems of management/logistics and robust daily operations of recreation facilities/programs.
• Demonstrated experience within the health and wellness industry and the ability to effectively train Group Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers.

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Expected Hiring Range:

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.