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Inside Higher Ed · 3 days ago

Program Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness

Binghamton, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$52K/yr - $55K/yr

1+ years exp

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the SUNY system, committed to promoting student success and community engagement. The Program Coordinator for Fitness/Wellness will assist in delivering high-quality programs, focusing on facility oversight, student staff management, and program development to enhance the member experience.

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Responsibilities

Supervise the daily operations and student staff of the FitSpace and Wellness Suite

Manage the full lifecycle of staff, from hiring, training, and scheduling to performance evaluation and processing bi-weekly payroll

Lead the development and implementation of new fitness, wellness, and instructional programs

Provide direct support by instructing classes, training clients, and serving as a key resource for members

Oversee the daily administration of the facilities, ensuring a clean, safe, inviting and effective environment for all users

Coordinate regular maintenance, conducting safety checks, and managing equipment inventory and repairs

Assist with budget management by tracking expenses and preparing projections

Responsible for maintaining accurate program statistics, reports, and data to inform staffing and service decisions

Act as a resource for campus events and committees to promote departmental, health and wellness initiatives

Participate in all departmental training, meetings, and retreats as scheduled

Pursue professional development through conferences, certifications, and professional organizations

Qualification

Bachelor's degreeGroup Fitness certificationPersonal Training certificationStrength & Conditioning certificationCPR certificationAED certificationFirst Aid certificationSupervisory experienceFacility managementBudget managementSoftware systems proficiencyCommunication skillsLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsDecision-making skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in recreation, exercise science, kinesiology, sport management, or related field

At least one year of professional experience supervising staff, interns, or volunteers in recreation/fitness. Graduate Assistantship may be considered

Current national certification in Group Fitness, Personal Training, or Strength & Conditioning (ACE, NASM, NSCA, or equivalent)

Effective organizational, administrative, communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

Ability to work independently and in teams

Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings/weekends

Must possess and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid instructor certifications (American Red Cross) or obtain within the first three months of start date (training costs covered by the department)