Fitness Coordinator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a Fitness Coordinator to lead daily operations of Campus Recreation’s fitness facilities and the Personal Training program in Lincoln, NE. You will recruit, train, supervise Personal Trainers, manage program quality, and coordinate client onboarding and trainer assignments while supporting equipment maintenance and safety.

Ideal candidates have evidence-based exercise science knowledge, recognized certifications, supervisory experience, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
• Two+ years teaching strength training courses and managing a fitness facility preferred.
• Minimum one nationally accredited personal training or strength and conditioning certification required (NSCA/CSCS, NSCA/CPT, ACE, ACSM, NASM).
• Experience with personal training administration and operation of a fitness facility with robust equipment offerings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of all strength and cardiovascular fitness areas.
• Ensure safe, clean, and welcoming fitness environments.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate risk management practices and facility inspections.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, inventory management, and replacement planning.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Personal Trainers.
• Develop and grow the Personal Training program.
• Monitor program quality, participation, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate client onboarding and trainer assignments.
• Develop new services and programming; supervise a large student employee team.
• Provide ongoing training and mentorship; conduct evaluations; cultivate positive team culture.
• Teach or assist in administering academic credit courses (e.g., FITN 222).
• Assist with budgeting; supervise the Fitness Graduate Assistant; collaborate with staff and campus partners.

Skills

Personal training administration

Facility operations

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Exercise science knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Two years teaching strength training courses (preferred)

Nationally accredited fitness certifications (e.g., NSCA CSCS, CPT; ACE; ACSM; NASM)

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

Working Title

Working Title Fitness Coordinator

Department

Department Campus Recreation-0965

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260697

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/28/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/11/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Fitness Coordinator provides leadership for the daily operation of Campus Recreation’s fitness facilities and Personal Training program.
In this role you will oversee:
Fitness Operations

• Oversee daily operation of all strength and cardiovascular fitness areas.
• Ensure safe, clean, and welcoming fitness environments.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate risk management practices and facility inspections.
• Assist with the coordination of equipment maintenance, inventory management, and recommendations for equipment replacement planning.

Personal Training Program

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Personal Trainers.
• Develop and grow the Personal Training program.
• Monitor program quality, participation, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate client onboarding and trainer assignments.
• Develop new services and programming.
• Supervise a large student employee team.
• Provide ongoing training and mentorship.
• Conduct evaluations.
• Create a positive team culture.

Instruction & Education

• Teach or assist in the administration of academic credit courses each semester as assigned, such as FITN 222: Intro to Personal Training.
• Assist with educational workshops.

Administration

• Assist with budgeting.
• Supervise the Fitness Graduate Assistant.
• Collaborate with other Campus Recreation staff and campus partners.

About Us:

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Experience with personal training administration and operation of a fitness facility with a robust offering of strength and cardio equipment.
• Graduate assistant experience would meet the 1 year experience requirement.
• CPR /First Aid (or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire), including acquiring instructor certification
• Supervisory skills
• Appropriate technology skills.
• Knowledge of exercise science principles.
• Must have a minimum of one nationally accredited personal training or strength and conditioning certification (i.e. NSCA - CSCS , NSCA - CPT , ACE , ACSM , NASM ).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Education Administration, Sport Management, Nutrition, Health Promotion, Recreation Administration or related field.
• Two or more years teaching strength training courses and managing a strength training/fitness facility.
• Budget development and administration experience.
• Teaching experience.
• Personal training certification.
• Equipment purchasing experience.
• Preferred to have two nationally accredited fitness certifications including Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (i.e. NSCA , ACE , ACSM , AFAA , NASM , USAW ).

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary $50,000/yr. minimum

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) some evenings and weekends

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Planned Hire Date: 10/1/2026

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