"Assistant Director Fitness and Wellness"

Position Title: Assistant Director Fitness and Wellness

Employee Type: Regular

Office/Department: Recreation Activities

Work Environment: Loyola University Maryland Main Campus

Job Type: Full time

Benefits at Loyola: https://www.loyola.edu/department/hr/benefits/

Compensation Range: $51,277.00 - $64,096.00

Anticipated Start Date: 09/30/2025

If Temporary or Visiting, Estimated End Date: 10/15/2025

Position Duties: Oversee and administer a comprehensive program of recreational fitness activities designed to meet the diverse needs of the Loyola University community: Student Employment, Student Development, Fitness Center, Group Exercise Programming, Personal Training and Fitness Assessment Programming, Nutrition and Wellness, Marketing, Safety and Risk Management.

Essential Functions: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate and develop student employees for the fitness programs and marketing team (Fitness Attendants, Group Fitness Instructors, Personal Trainers, Marketing Assistants). Develop and implement continuing education and training for student employees within the fitness programs and marketing team. Administer staff meetings with all student employees within the fitness and marketing program. Develop and administer the departmental personal training & fitness testing/assessment program, to include policies and procedures for trainers and clients, scheduling, equipment usage and compensation, adhering to industry standards. Ensure client satisfaction through surveys. Ensure best business practices are followed for registration for sessions and accounting for funds. Direct and develop marketing strategies for the department. Coordinate all departmental marketing materials and information. Serve as a member of the weekend programming committee for the Division of Student Development. Develop social media strategy for the department. Ensure department branding guidelines are followed and propose new approaches to branding. Further develop training standards around marketing expectations for department administrators. Ensure safety of participants in all areas of fitness programs by monitoring environmental conditions. Serve as primary risk manager for fitness programs. Serve as secondary risk manager for all other department programs and special events. Develop and implement policies and procedures for the weight room area, functional training area and all fitness programming. Maintain policies and procedures for the Group Exercise program. Schedule Group Exercise programming/classes on a semester and summer basis. Supervise the cleaning and maintenance of all equipment in the weight room area and functional training area; ensure adherence to manufacturer recommendations. Coordinate the purchasing, inventory, maintenance, inspections of all fitness equipment, following manufacturer and industry standards, to include layout and proper space allocations for cardiovascular and strength equipment. Coordinate the purchasing, inventory, maintenance, inspections of all group exercise equipment, following manufacturer and industry standards, including layout, proper space allocations and class occupancies to ensure safety during classes.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree

Other Professional Licensures: CPR, First Aid, Various National Fitness Certifications

Work Experience: 3 - 5 years

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of principles and methods for exercise/fitness curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and the ability to adapt to learning in-house systems of management/logistics/daily operations of recreation facilities. Knowledge of the following, supported by skills and abilities: relevant equipment, policies, procedures, programs and strategies associated with administering a comprehensive program of recreational activities in a university setting; meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction; budget management; equipment/supplies purchasing; computers and related software; ability to serve as a mentor for students; principles and processes for performance management; ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to make sound independent judgments and possess strong critical thinking skills, and ability to work appropriately with high level constituents, vice presidents and dignitaries. Possess strong leadership, oral and written communication skills, conflict resolution skills, as well as supervisory and training skills when working with student employees. Ability to work well with others within a team focused environment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers. Team-oriented individual with strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. Detail oriented and highly organized. Ability to multi-task and the ability to deal with a variety of situations in a fast paced environment. Ability to communicate with clarity, tact and diplomacy with a variety of people, and when dealing with the public, in a balanced way. Ability to support the University's goals for institutional diversity, as well as the goals and values of a Catholic, Jesuit education.

Physical/Environmental Demands: Specific physical requirements or environmental exposures.

Physical/Environmental Example: Work may involve the performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined space. The work environment may involve exposure to various elements such as chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations, or dampness, where work exposes the employee to potentially non-disabling injuries. Duties may require that work be performed in adverse weather conditions. Work may require exposure to dangerous equipment and machinery requiring the use of protective clothing or gear. Lifting equipment ranging from 10lbs.- 400lbs., with assistance from others or from machinery, is required.