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The Coordinator, Fitness & Recreation develops, coordinates, schedules, implements, supervises and evaluates of a variety of recreational programs, activities special events and facilities. Modifies programs based on the skills and abilities of the participants.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Provide members of the college community exercise programs, information sessions on Fitness and exercise-related topics, instruct exercise classes and events. Provide members fitness assessments and exercise equipment orientations
Assist in the evaluation and hiring of student employees and student group fitness instructors
Opening and closing the facility as scheduled or required
Assist in the creation of new programs, events, newsletters and collaboration with other departments
Maintains a clean and healthy fitness center
Coordinate, market, and implement recreational sports events for the student community
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform the job.
Bachelors' Degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology or related discipline required
Current CPR and First Aid certifications required
Professional certification from ACE, AFAA, NSCA, NASM or ACSM
Masters' degree and two years of fitness and recreation experience at the intercollegiate level preferred
Ideal candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the nature and goals of a Liberal Arts College and have the ability to work within an academic setting with a commitment to student development
2 or more years related industry experience required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
Ideal candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the nature and goals of a liberal arts college and have the ability to work within an academic setting with a commitment to student development.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and utilize other software applications as necessary.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This position is generally sedentary in nature, movement throughout the area is required from time to time.
Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essential.
Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds, reaching, lifting, stooping and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding and read fine print will be expected.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
This position works in an office and a sports environment
Exposed to moderate noise levels
Disclaimer:This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
COMPENSATION
Compensation for this position will be between $ 43,777 - $ 52,532 annually, commensurate with experience.
Grade of Position: 23-05EScheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
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