Campus Fitness & Well-Being Programs Director

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is seeking an Assistant Director for Fitness to lead RecWell’s Fitness Program, oversee staff, budgets, and risk management, and partner with campus entities to promote student well-being.

The role emphasizes program leadership, policy compliance, and collaboration to deliver inclusive, safe, and engaging fitness experiences for the university community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience fostering respect and civility in diverse populations.
• Administrative skills in planning, implementing, evaluating programs; budget development and fiscal/statistical management; long-range planning; project management; organizational strategic planning; and risk management.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• American Red Cross First Aid CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to respond to requests with a professional and positive demeanor; the desire to create a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the fitness Team, including direct supervision of two full-time coordinators for group exercise and fitness, and hourly/student staff or interns as applicable.
• Effectively communicate departmental mission, vision, values, and goals to staff and align programmatic initiatives with strategic priorities.
• Ensure compliance with all departmental and University guidelines and policies.
• Manage the Well-Being Lounge and designated fitness spaces within RecWell facilities.
• Oversee the development and implementation of a long-term plan for fitness equipment replacement.
• Lead the ongoing planning, implementation, and evaluation of inclusive, accessible, and welcoming programs with risk minimization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic plans, goals, and measurable outcomes to guide activities.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Policy compliance

Communication

Risk management

Education

Master's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health and Fitness, Kinesiology, or related field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is seeking an Assistant Director for Fitness to lead RecWell’s Fitness Program, oversee staff, budgets, and risk management, and partner with campus entities to promote student well-being.

The role emphasizes program leadership, policy compliance, and collaboration to deliver inclusive, safe, and engaging fitness experiences for the university community.