PT Program Assistant

CENTERS, LLC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative management firm is seeking a Program Assistant to support the daily operations of intramural sports and camps. This role involves scheduling staff, managing events, and ensuring a smooth operation of programs. Ideal candidates will have a background in fitness or recreation and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the recreational experience for the community. If you are passionate about sports and wellness, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant environment while developing your skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Must be in good standing with the university.
• At least 1 year of experience in fitness, wellness, or recreation.

Responsibilities

• Schedule staff for intramural games and events.
• Assist with the preparation of intramural operations.
• Manage intramural leagues and tournaments weekly.

Skills

Leadership and supervisory abilities

Communication skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer service skills

Education

Student seeking degree at UAB

Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Disability Support Services Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Basic accounting knowledge

Job description

Overview

CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.

The Competitive Sports and Camps Program Assistant is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations and management of intramural sports, club sports and Camps. This position will assist with the oversite of the intramural staff and camp staff members. They will work with the coordinator to schedule and manage the intramural sports leagues, club sport events and camp programs.

Responsibilities

The Program Assistant of Fitness and Wellness is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day administration and staffing of the Personal Training, Group Fitness, and Wellness Programs.

This position will work on-site at our UAB location in the heart of this urban campus. University Recreation (URec) provides fitness, wellness, and recreational opportunities for the UAB community and beyond.

Core Responsibilities:

• Schedule staff for intramural games, club sport competitions, camp programs and other special events

• Assist with the preparation of intramural operations

• Assist with the lining of Intramural and Club Fields

• Assist with lifeguarding during camps

• Assist with the maintenance, organization, and cleanliness of our playing and storage areas

• Input nightly scores and update intramural supervisor documents daily

• Assist with staff oversight and management

• Assist with trainings for intramural staff and camp staff members

• Manage intramural leagues and tournaments weekly through imleagues.com

• Communicate effectively with Intramural and Club Sport participants

• Monitor and update club sports documents for participation, statistics, and tracking purposes

• Monitor and follow up with Competitive Sports email communications

• Attend all office, staff and department meetings as scheduled.

• Assist with other duties as assigned in an effort toward the overall functions of University Recreation

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Student seeking degree at UAB
• Must be in good standings with the university
• At least 1 year (or 2 semesters) of experience in fitness, wellness, or recreation type setting

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO) Certification

• Complete all other required training upon hiring

• Safety Skills

• Disability Support Services Certification

• Emergency Evacuation Training Certification

Skills and Abilities:

• Leadership and supervisory abilities
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with student and non-student staff
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively and efficiently

Technical Competencies

• Basic Computer Competency
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Professional Competencies

• Ability to handle customer service issues as it relates to Sports activity
• Ability to communicate effectively with participants and professional staff
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively and efficiently

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

• Office environment/ fitness center environment
• Non-smoking environment
• Moderate to loud noise
• Evening or weekend work as needed

Physical Demands

• Sitting at desk or table for at least 50% of the workday
• Walking or working with recreation spaces 50% of the workday
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement (while operating computer equipment)
• Bending, stooping
• Eye-hand coordination (keyboard typing)
• Ability to withstand extended periods of activity and communicating
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. on a regular basis

• Ability to withstand extended periods of general physical movements inside and outside

• May require hearing and talking

• Ability to withstand extended periods of activity and communicating

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.