We are seeking an energetic person capable of professional interactions with patrons and program participants, as well as, the ability to mentor student employees. The employee should have the capacity to remain organized in a fast-paced work environment and the ability to navigate efficiently between a wide variety of software programs. This employee’s ability to develop and implement policy; self-reliance and vigilance; and a willingness to access their own success is vital to this position’s effectiveness. This person should place a high value on regular, accurate, and timely communication.
The successful applicant will apply strong interpersonal and administrative skills to create partnerships with colleagues, show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as being dedicated to meeting students where they are on the learning continuum. The candidate should be committed to the type of student development where students are held accountable to their own learning and are valued partners in the advancement and implementation of our programs and services.
• Coordinate all aspects of the College’s Fitness Center and Group Fitness program to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate all fitness center staff made up of students and part-time employees.
• Develop, implement and plan instruction for general users on proper equipment use and exercise prescription
• Coordinate all aspects of group fitness classes by recruiting instructors, scheduling facilities and evaluating participant experience. This includes the ability to teach Group Fitness.
• Implement student employee handbooks, training materials and risk management procedures for the fitness center staff.
• Develop procedures and guidelines for personal training, fitness orientations, fitness assessments, and group fitness classes.
• Ensure that outcome assessments and overall program evaluation summaries are completed with regularity.
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment, updated safety checklists, regular inspections, repair history and necessary work requests for fitness center and equipment.
• Serve as a first responder, when necessary, keep a properly stocked first aid kit supplies, document and refer all injuries.
• Create marketing plans and produce materials to promote programs and activities, including flyers, website updates, posters, newspaper ads, and digital ads.
• Assist with all responsibilities of facility management including scheduling, locker registration, work orders, and rotating weekend duty for recreational facility.
• Utilize and master software systems used by the department to organize workflows and program functions.
• Develop and maintain accurate records and data pertaining to user loads, program participation, equipment maintenance.
• Serve as chairperson of the department’s risk management committee.
• Performance of all other duties and projects as assigned by the Director of Recreation Services.
Qualifications: Master’s degree. Two to three years of experience with exercise equipment instruction and teaching group fitness classes. Demonstrated ability to train and supervise staff. Proficiency with Excel and IM Leagues. Preferred: NSCA, ACSM certification and/or recognized group fitness instructor certification. Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor certified. Experience with robust survey software (e.g., Qualtrics), facility scheduling software (e.g., EMS), and the use of online-stores (e.g., TouchNet) and online classrooms (e.g., Moodle/Spaces).
Compensation & Hours: This position is 12-month administrative position that includes medical insurance, generous retirement benefits, and twenty-two vacation days in addition to College recognized holidays (thirteen plus two floating days). Weekend and evening work is necessary to accomplish expected outcomes.
Application Instructions: Please provide cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to: http://apply.interfolio.com/142804
Lafayette College is deeply committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. All Lafayette operations reflect the College’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEAI) initiatives, and Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.