Recreation & Wellness Programs Lead

Opt For Healthy Living; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal State East Bay is seeking a Recreation Programs Coordinator to lead Fitness Programs, intramural sports, and facility operations. You will manage staff, develop training, and coordinate events across RAW services to serve a diverse campus community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field, CPR/First Aid certification, and a recognized fitness credential. Budgeting and reporting duties are included to support program growth and campus wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education, exercise science or a related field.
• Nationally recognized certification in Personal Training/Group Fitness.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification, and ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Fitness Programs Leadership Training, and Development: Recruit, train, and schedule student and non-student staff.
• Intramural Sports coordination: oversee structure, evaluation, and expansion of programs.
• Fitness Facilities and Equipment Needs: monitor inventory and maintenance; coordinate schedules and repairs.
• Safety, Injury prevention, and Risk Management: assist in developing safety and emergency procedures.
• Administrative Responsibilities: maintain manuals, reports, and participate in planning.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership skills

Verbal communication

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field

CPR, AED & First Aid cert

National PT/Group Fitness certification

Job description

Cal State East Bay is seeking a Recreation Programs Coordinator to lead Fitness Programs, intramural sports, and facility operations. You will manage staff, develop training, and coordinate events across RAW services to serve a diverse campus community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field, CPR/First Aid certification, and a recognized fitness credential. Budgeting and reporting duties are included to support program growth and campus wellbeing.