"Assistant Director, Campus Recreation"

Job Details

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Assistant Director, Campus Recreation

Posting Number: 2026083

Location: San Marcos

Department: Campus Recreation

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $4,833 - $5,333

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of professional work experience within the recreation field (e.g. Campus Recreation, Fitness, Aquatics, Outdoors, etc.) or related health/wellness field
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Higher Education, or related field
• Progressively responsible experience within campus recreation or a related field.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and or ability to obtain within 45 days

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising full time or graduate staff in a higher education setting.
• Master’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Higher Education, or related field
• Certified Group Fitness Instructor through a nationally accredited organization or ability to obtain within 45 days
• Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally accredited organization or ability to obtain within 45 days
• Additional certifications/specializations in fitness and wellness (Nutrition, Corrective Exercise, etc.)
• Active member in relevant professional organization such as NIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation or fitness organizations

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness along with the Coordinator of Fitness & Wellness will lead and manage the administration and operation of the Fitness & Wellness program, consisting of weight room operations, personal training, group exercise, and wellness programs, in the pursuit of inspiring Bobcats to be their best and create lasting memories.

Job Duties:

Program Management: 30%

• Develop and manage a diverse Fitness & Wellness program/facility including weight and fitness room operations, group fitness, personal training, and wellness programming
• Oversee daily operations of Fitness & Wellness program/facility including facility supervision, point of sale processes, website development and implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Implement innovative ideas that align with strategic plan and department priorities to improve overall operations and growth of programs/services/usage.
• Coordinate with marketing to develop various innovative promotional and outreach initiatives to increase awareness and engagement.
• Propose, market, and host fitness and wellness-focused special events twice per academic year.
• Develop and conduct assessments of program goals annually. Report assessment results to leadership as documentation of programmatic outcomes supporting department and division goals.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with campus partners to expand the reach of the Fitness & Wellness program

Staff Development and Oversight: 30%

• Oversee the development and performance evaluation of 1 Coordinator. Meet with full time staff regularly to discuss program goals, professional goals, and area updates.
• Manage the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation approximately 60 staff, including but limited, 15-20 student group fitness instructors, 10-15 student personal trainers, and 20-30 student weight room attendants
• Develop and oversee implementation of continuing education in-services for all Fitness & Wellness student staff
• Manage fieldwork and internship opportunities

Administration and Budget Development: 20%

• Lead annual budget development process
• Plan, prepare and manage program budget including overseeing income projections and monitoring income, expenses, and yearly comparisons
• Purchase equipment and supplies.
• Approve staff time and ensure compliance with payroll and purchasing processes
• Prepare, administer, and report semester and annual program evaluations and assessments

Risk Management and Safety: 10%

• Ensure staff compliance with industry standard safety and risk management practices, facility and equipment inspections, and existing Campus Recreation policies and procedures
• Assist with Department wide safety refreshers, drills and trainings

Other Duties: 10%

• Actively participate in departmental programs and projects designed to support the mission and goals of the university, division, and department.
• Serve on committees and task forces, as assigned.
• Other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
• This position requires a flexible work schedule which at times will require frequent attendance during evenings and weekends. Additional hours may be required during peak periods.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 10/08/2025

Job Close Date: 10/29/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM