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Assistant Director for Fitness Programs - Campus Recreation (146626)

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Champaign, IL

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Description:

Assistant Director for Fitness Programs

Campus Recreation

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

INTRODUCTORY LANGUAGE:

Campus Recreation provides a welcoming environment that inspires the university community to engage in recreation and wellness opportunities. With approximately 500,000 square feet of state-of-the-art indoor recreation space, 75 acres of outdoor fields, and a diverse variety of fitness, wellness, and recreational programs, there are many opportunities for students to stay active.

We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds who can help foster communities that strive toward the mission of providing “A place for everyone.” This includes supporting the academic mission of the University by developing environments conducive to student learning and academic success, respecting, appreciating and advocating for the diversity of our student population, and supporting the holistic development of all our students.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO.

PRIMARY POSITION FUNCTION/SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director for Fitness Programs is responsible for the overall direction, development and management of Campus Recreation’s fitness programs, including the Group Fitness and Personal Training programs for students, faculty/staff and other eligible participants. The Assistant Director supervises all part-time staff related to fitness programming.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Organize, plan, conduct and evaluate Fitness Operation programs; make program updates based on current research; conduct quality improvement projects and needs assessment of areas; increase participation of campus community and seek additional uses to drive revenue.
  2. Schedule and coordinate group fitness classes.
  3. Coordinate client and training scheduling.
  4. Coordinate Fitness Screenings and Assessments.
  5. Establish financial targets; set fees and charges for services.
  • Research and analyze trends in collegiate recreation fitness program in addition to Campus Recreation. Provide input on the fiscal needs of the program including budget recommendations, revenue projects and fee rates. Provide programmatic recommendations and proposals utilizing such information.
  • Develop marketing and promotion efforts focused on fitness programs, packages and events; in conjunction with the marketing department implement these efforts which may include print information, website design and social media outreach.
  • Research and make purchase recommendations for all fitness equipment including strength, cardio respiratory and flexibility equipment.
  • Organize, maintain, and update the equipment replacement plan document for Campus Recreation facilities.
  • Supervise equipment inventory and aid in the coordination of fitness equipment maintenance.
  • In conjunction with the Director and Associate Directors of Financial Operations, Operations and Programs, and Wellness and Assessment, recommend and prioritize equipment purchases for departmental programs – including but not limited to cardiovascular equipment, strength training equipment and various smaller pieces of equipment needed throughout departmental programs.
  • Develop and instruct, in conjunction with the Associate Director, Wellness and Assessment and the Graduate Hourly Program Assistants, an in-house personal training and group fitness instruction course(s)
  • Manage the program responsibilities within the budget constraints established by Campus Recreation (Business Office & Director of Campus Recreation)
  • Collaborate with department, campus and community partners on education and programming initiatives that promote healthy physical activity, exercise, and nutrition. Example. McKinley Health Education, etc.
  • Conduct annual review of existing fitness floor, operations and other related areas’ policies. Make determinations for adjustment based on current risk management policies and procedures, incorporating industry trends and University and departmental expectations.
  • Conduct quality improvement projects including equipment inspections and needs assessments for fitness operations and programs.
  • Hire, train, supervise and evaluate all staff including: Grad Hourly Program Assistants, Personal Trainers, Group Fitness Instructors, Undergraduate Program Assistants, Interns and additional hourly personnel.
  • Determine staffing needs and hire qualified candidates based upon education, certifications, experience, skills and ability to contribute to the diverse needs of the University of Illinois and Campus Recreation
  • Set working schedule for all fitness staff.
  • Monitor compliance with required staff certifications.
  • Prioritize tasks and assign/delegate duties to part-time employees as it relates to fitness operations and personal training.
  • Evaluate personnel via random shift audits and observations from professional and leadership staff.
  • Maintain records of certifications of all group fitness instructors and personal trainers. Communicate regularly regarding status of certification and if employee will need to seek recertification prior to expiration. Serve as department contact responsible for researching, securing and scheduling various certification classes available to our current instructors and the University community – Example. Les Mills certification trainings, etc.
  • Develop and locate health and fitness education resources to contribute to the continuing education of the fitness staff.
  • Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation program areas when needed, including the development of collaborative programming. Example. Aquatics, etc.
  • Work collaboratively with campus units and the general community to promote personal training and group fitness opportunities.
  • Participate as a member of the Campus Recreation professional staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate events and ensure compliance with University standards related to facility usage, risk management, and vendor agreements.
  • Identify potential risks associated with events and maintain standards to ensure a safe environment for patrons.
  • Track and compile information and data in conjunction with monthly, mid-year and yearly reports. Utilize information to develop policies, procedures and strategic goals for fitness programs for Campus Recreation.
  • Participate in the development of programs, departmental objectives and long-range planning by performing research, providing recommendations and implementing plans as appropriate.
  • Enforce and maintain Campus Recreation policies and procedures as they pertain to usage of facilities on campus.
  • Obtain and maintain appropriate certifications.
  • Serve on Division and/or University committees as assigned.
  • Design and implement special projects that support the overall mission of Campus Recreation.

    • QUALIFICATIONS:

    Required:

    • Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education or a relevant field.
    • Two years of programming experience in a fitness facility which included both group fitness and personal training programs with one year of relevant supervisory experience. Experience can be concurrent.

    Preferred:

    • Personal Training and/or Group Fitness Certification through ASCM, AFAA, NSCA, NASM, ACE, ISSA.
    • Prior experience working with students including those with vision, hearing, and physical disabilities.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of Fitness and Personal Training.
    • Strong written and verbal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, faculty, staff, students and community patrons.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project review deadlines.
    • Strong commitment to diversity and developing a comprehensive understanding of the needs of diverse student and user groups.

    SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION:
    This is a full-time Civil Service Program Coordinator position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after June 23, 2021. Salary is commensurate with experience.

    TO APPLY:

    Applications must be received by June 23, 2021. Apply for this position using the “Apply for Position” button below. If you have not applied before, you must create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu. If you already have a profile, you will be redirected to that existing profile via email notification. To complete the application process:

    Step 1) Submit the Staff Vacancy Application.

    Step 2) Submit the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability forms.

    Step 3) Upload the following documents:

  • cover letter
  • resume (months and years of employment must be included)
  • academic credentials (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma may be acceptable) for all degrees attained
  • names/contact information for three references

    • In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position using the “Apply for Position” button below. Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, contact Alana Harris, apharri2@illinois.edu. For questions about the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

    The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Other pre-employment assessments may be required, depending on the classification of Civil Service employment.

    As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

    The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment

    College Name or Administrative Unit:Student Affairs Category:2-Administrative Title:Assistant Director for Fitness Programs - Campus Recreation (146626) Open Date:06/02/2021 Close Date:06/23/2021 Organization Name:Division of Campus Recreation

    Organization

    Since its founding in 1867, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has earned a reputation as a world-class leader in research, teaching, and public engagement.

    Faculty

    A talented and highly respected faculty is the University's most significant resource. Many are recognized for exceptional scholarship with memberships in such organizations as the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the National Academy of Sciences, and the National Academy of Engineering. 

    Our faculty have been awarded Nobel Prizes, Pulitzer Prizes, and the Fields Medal in Mathematics.The success of our faculty is matched by that of our alumni: 11 are Nobel laureates and another 18 have won Pulitzer Prizes.

    Academic Resources

    Academic resources on campus are among the finest in the world. The University Library is one of the largest public university collections in the world with 11 million volumes in its 37 unit libraries. Annually, 53,000,000 people visit its online catalog. Students have access to thousands of computer terminals in classrooms, residence halls, and campus libraries for use in classroom instruction, study, and research.

    Research

    Students and scholars find the University an ideal place to conduct research. The Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology is a model for interdisciplinary research, where eighteen research groups from sixteen University departments work within and across three broadly defined themes: biological intelligence, human-computer intelligent interaction, and molecular and electronic nanostructures. The University is also home to the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA).

    Undergraduate Education

    The University has a fundamental commitment to undergraduate education. Nearly 28,000 undergraduate students are enrolled in nine undergraduate divisions, which together offer some 4,000 courses in more than 150 fields of study.

    Undergraduate admission is highly selective. In the 2001 freshman class, students in the middle 50% had ACT scores between 25 and 30 and ranked between the 83rd and 96th percentiles of their high school graduating classes.

    The University enrolls over 9,000 graduate and professional students in more than 100 disciplines. It is among the top five universities in number of earned doctorates awarded annually in the United States.

    Also integral to the University's mission is a commitment to public engagement. Each year about 65,000 Illinois residents participate in scores of conferences, institutes, courses, and workshops presented statewide. Research and class projects take students and professors off campus to share expertise and technical support with Illinois farmers, manufacturing firms, and businesses. In a typical year, student volunteers log more than 60,000 volunteer hours.

    The Arts

    A major center for the arts, the campus attracts dozens of nationally and internationally renowned artists each year to its widely acclaimed Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. The University also supports two major museums: the Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion; and the Spurlock Museum, a museum of world history and culture. 

    Other major facilities include the multipurpose Assembly Hall (16,500 seats); Memorial Stadium (70,000 seats), site of Big Ten Conference football games; and the Intramural-Physical Education Building, one of the largest recreational facilities of its kind on a university campus.

    Inclusive Illinois, one campus, many voices

    Inclusive Illinois is the University’s commitment to cultivating a community at Illinois where everyone is welcomed, celebrated, and respected. Illinois is about how we value difference to make a difference. http://www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu/

    As evidence of the University’s commitment to enhance the working, living, and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students, the University will encourage a standard of conduct and behavior that is consistent with the values of inclusivity. In an environment of inclusivity, there is no place for acts of hatred, intolerance, insensitivity, bigotry, threats of violence, harassment or discrimination.

    Inclusive Illinois, one campus, many voices

    Inclusive Illinois is the University’s commitment to cultivating a community at Illinois where everyone is welcomed, celebrated, and respected. Through education, engagement, and excellence, each voice creates the Inclusive Illinois Experience.

    How can we appreciate difference to make a difference?

    Illinois is the place where we embrace difference. We embrace it because we value it. We value it because we know that we have so much to learn from each other in our living, learning, and working environment.

    Illinois is the place where we recognize the power of possibility and where great potential is realized. Inclusive Illinois is the vision of that place: a vision made real by leadership and commitment.

    Illinois is the place where consensus is forged by discourse and where everyone’s contributions are recognized: significant contributions that elevate us because they are informed and enhanced by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, physical ability, religion, class, and national origin. We are enriched by these perspectives, and we are united by the very discourse that brings these views together.

    It is a process. It is transformative. And we celebrate the remarkable changes we set in motion here … taking an important step … crossing boundaries … starting with our own.

    It all starts with each of us: with our willingness to embark on the journey in the search for answers, and with our openness and acceptance of the answers we find. Illinois is the place where it all comes together.

    Learn more about how Inclusive Illinois promotes diversity here.

    Commitment to Equal Opportunity

    The commitment of the University to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms, whether or not specifically prohibited by law. Among the forms of invidious discrimination prohibited by the University policy but not law is discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of sexual orientation. Complaints of invidious discrimination in violation of University policy are to be resolved within existing University procedures. The policy of the University of Illinois is to comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. The University will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, unfavorable discharge from the military, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs and activities

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