Group Fitness Coordinator

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Group Fitness Coordinator to assist the Group Fitness Manager with program oversight and staff HR duties. You will lead student staff in group fitness, coordinate training programs, and drive in-house employee development initiatives.

Responsibilities include managing the outreach program, organizing workshops and events, maintaining equipment, and producing weekly to annual program reports. A strong background in fitness management is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Group fitness management, class programming and related certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management and oversight of the Group Fitness program.
• Provide HR oversight for student staff (instructors, monitors, supervisors).
• Manage the Group Fitness Outreach Program and trainings (Buckeye PT Prep, BuckeyeFIT).
• Plan, execute trainings, workshops, and special events; conduct equipment and supply maintenance.
• Develop weekly, monthly, semester and annual program reports; cover evaluations and research.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training program development

Event coordination

HR processes

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree (desirable)

Certification: AFAA, ACE, NCSA or ACSM

Job description

Job Title: Group Fitness Coordinator Department: Student Life | Recreational Sports Administration

The Group Fitness Coordinator will assist the Group Fitness Manager in the management and oversight of the Group Fitness program. This role provides direct oversight and HR functions of student staff in the group fitness area; especially; Group Fitness Instructors, Group Fitness Lead Instructors, Group Fitness Room Monitors and Group Fitness Supervisors. Manages the Group Fitness Outreach Program (Fitness in Motion); works in conjunction with the Group Fitness Manager and Personal Training Coordinator to plan and execute in-house employee training programs (Buckeye PT Prep and BuckeyeFIT), fitness staff trainings, evaluations, workshops, and seminars, and all fitness-specific special events and promotions; performs research, purchasing and maintenance of group exercise and audio visual equipment along with other supplies and facility needs; assists in the assessment of fitness programs and services and build reports with necessary statistical information on a weekly, monthly, semester and annual basis; serve in role of Group Fitness Manager in their absence; other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• 4-8 years of relevant experience preferred.
• At least 3-4 years of relevant experience in fitness, specifically in fitness management, group fitness instruction, class programming, and certification from one of the following organizations: AFAA, ACE, NCSA, or ACSM.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree; previous related experience in a university campus recreation setting and previous management experience.

Additional Information: CRM: FUNCTION: Student Life, SUB-FUNCTION: Recreational Sports, CAREER BAND: People Leader – Managerial, CAREER LEVEL: Manager 1, Recreational Sports.

MISSION The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Location: Recreation and Physical Activity Center (0246)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.