Campus Recreation Coordinator (Group Fitness)

October 11, 2024

Auburn University


Position Details
Position Information

Requisition Number S2005P
Home Org Name Campus Recreation Department
Division Name Student Affairs
Position Title Campus Recreation Coordinator (Group Fitness)
Job Class Code AE54A/B/C
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary The Division of Student Affairs at Auburn University is seeking candidates for the position of Campus Recreation Coordinator I/II/III (Group Fitness). The group fitness program consists of group fitness classes, special events, wellness programming, training, development, and evaluating student group fitness instructors. This position will assist in providing educational and recreational opportunities to students, faculty, and staff and specifically oversees the Mind/Body component of the group fitness program.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
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Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
  • Oversees the day-to-day operations of the group fitness program, policies, procedures, and supervision of group fitness instructors. Teaches group fitness classes with an emphasis in Mind/Body formats and develops student group fitness instructors in teaching these skills.

  • Assists with the planning and review of programs, strategies, and schedules for group fitness, including class registrations, attendance records, equipment upkeep, program assessment, and the planning and implementation of three signature events annually.

  • Monitors the budget ensuring policies and procedures are followed regarding revenues, expenses, and reimbursements.

  • Oversees multiple group fitness spaces, equipment and materials, ensuring a safe environment for fitness activities. Maintains an equipment replacement plan for group fitness equipment.

  • Coordinates personnel activities (for students) to include personnel action, staffing operations, pay scales and evaluations. This includes recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, evaluating, and developing all student fitness instructors.

  • Research fitness industry trends and incorporate new and current programming to develop action plans and marketing strategies to increase active numbers, attract new participants, and retain participants of group fitness programming.

  • Compiles statistical data and provides and maintains reports used in the assessment and revision of goals, policies, and procedures.

  • Assists with the development, implementation, and monitoring of short and long range plans while maintaining the vision, mission and values of the group fitness program, Campus Recreation and the Division of Student Affairs.

  • Provide administrative support for Campus Recreation which includes regular monitoring of staff time and verification of payroll, coordination of special fitness events, and record keeping.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, Exercise Science, or related field
Years of Experience No experience required for entry level
Area of Experience Experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels Level II requires a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate to position plus 2 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Level III requires a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate to position plus 4 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Field of Study
Years of Experience When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities Knowledge of planning, management, scheduling and oversight of group exercise activities is required.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
  • CPR and First Aid Certifications within 90 days of employment
  • Certification specific to group exercise from NCAA accredited organization such as AFAA, ACE, ACSM, and/or NETA. If not current, certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications Experience or knowledge in any of the following:

  • Teaching multiple group exercise formats
  • Knowledge of Innosoft Fusion, When to Work, assessment software, and IM Leagues software
  • A collegiate recreation setting
  • Leading small group fitness training
  • Teaching barre style fitness formats

Any of the following certifications:

  • RYT200 in yoga
  • Pilates Mat Certification

Experience in Mind/Body programming, teaching, training, and/or evaluating Mind/Body fitness formats (yoga, Pilates, barre, or meditation, etc.).

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $33,400 – $64,200
Job Category Student Affairs
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 09/22/2022
Closing Date 10/17/2022
EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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