Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration, and student success are central. We believe broad perspectives support innovation and excellence, and that teamwork and respect for our students, peers, and leaders contribute to superior results.

The Fitness and Facility Coordinator serves as a member of the professional team for Student Recreation & Wellness. This position manages day-to-day operations for student recreational facilities and the fitness program. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, scheduling, and supporting student employees to help cultivate a culture of well-being at Radford University. The position will lead courses designed to prepare students for personal training or group fitness instruction. The coordinator directly oversees a team of student supervisors, part-time wage staff, and student employees.

This role is expected to provide excellent customer service, strong communication, effective student development, program efficiency, and high-quality fitness and wellness programming. The coordinator will design and deliver programs for students with a wide range of interests, activity levels, and abilities. The position also assists with marketing and promotion of programs and services, program assessment and direction, special events, campus partnerships, purchasing and budgeting, risk management, and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities and Operations and supports the Health Educator.

All members of the Student Recreation & Wellness staff work to advance the Models of Practice for the Division of Student Affairs and Radford University’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the student population. Staff also support departmental safety and risk-management initiatives and promote the Vivid Vision for Student Recreation & Wellness.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee the staffing and operations of Student Recreation & Wellness informal fitness spaces, including three basketball courts, climbing areas, fitness studios, weight rooms, racquetball courts, and more, across 150,000 square feet of dedicated and shared-use facilities. Ensure smooth daily operations and a welcoming, high-quality experience for all members.
• Creatively plan and implement fitness-related programs and services, including but not limited to Group Exercise, Personal Training, and Small Group Training.
• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate customer-service staff, fitness specialists, group exercise instructors, personal trainers, and related positions, ensuring staff meet required levels of training for safe and effective operations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of training programs for student employees.
• Regularly evaluate fitness programs to ensure offerings remain responsive to student needs.

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in exercise science, health promotion, recreation management or related field; or a Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, health promotion, recreation management or related field and experience to equate to a master's degree; experience in group fitness classes or personal training, and general wellness knowledge; demonstrated knowledge in risk management, student engagement, and event planning; strong computer skills, social media experience and writing/speaking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

NCCA certification in fitness (I.e., ACE, NSCA, ACSM, NASM, etc.); Professional experience in a campus recreation setting; training or teaching experience; experience with marketing and graphic design; a Diverse fitness background such as Olympic Lifting, athletic training, training special populations, health coaching, nutrition, or health education, will also benefit this position. Instructor Training Certification in CPR/FA/AED/BBP

About Radford University

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of 11,870 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 204-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines, three associate degrees, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 22 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 14 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 300 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engag...ement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

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