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Syracuse University · 2 weeks ago

Fitness Program Manager

Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with a rich history and diverse offerings. The Fitness Program Manager will oversee the daily operations of fitness programs, manage staff, and provide a variety of classes and workshops to engage students and members of the university.

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Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of Fitness programs including hiring, supervising and evaluating 65-70 instructors, fitness assistants and fitness supervisors

Directly oversee class scheduling, managing patron class registrations and marketing programs

Assist with development of Fitness participant incentive programs

Teach classes as needed

Develop and implement staff trainings and in-service programs

Process payroll for Fitness staff, maintain fitness equipment, assist with equipment purchasing

Assist with data collection and program assessment for all Fitness programming and implementing professional development opportunities for fitness area staff

Work collaboratively with other service units within Barnes Center to facilitate and manage exercise prescription program participants

Serve as a committee leader where applicable, and an active participant, contributing to planning, decision-making, and program development in assigned areas

Qualification

Group Fitness Instructor certificationPersonal Training CertificationFirst Aid/CPR/AED certificationKinesiology degreeExercise Science degreeTeach classesWelcoming environment

Required

Bachelor's Degree Required

Current Group Fitness Instructor certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as the NSCA, ACSM, NASM, AFAA etc

2+ years' experience in a group fitness/personal training program in a collegiate recreation setting

Ability to teach a variety of class formats on an as needed basis

Ability to create an environment that is welcoming to all

Possess a current First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Preferred

Master's degree preferred in kinesiology, exercise science, physical education, recreation administration, sport management, or comparable degree

Current Personal Training Certification preferred

Company

Syracuse University

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Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit.

Founded in 1896

Syracuse, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://ischool.syr.edu/research/research-centers/nexis/

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