Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness

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Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness (FP408A)

ODU is seeking candidates for a Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness (full-time, 12 month) position.

Develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of fitness and wellness programming to improve the health and well-being of the Old Dominion Community. This position is responsible for maintaining current certifications and continuing education related to the recreation field. Assist Assistant Director in hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating graduate assistants, and student and hourly staff.

Required Education: Master’s degree in exercise science, recreation, sport management, or a related field; or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated basic experience coordinating fitness and/or wellness programs, with specific experience supporting the growth and development of group exercise and/or personal training programs in a collegiate setting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality results within established timelines.
• Strong organizational, written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, and community partners, while maintaining confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Possession of at least one nationally recognized certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA).
• Proficiency with common office productivity software and willingness to learn institution-specific systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in exercise science, recreation, sport management, or a related field.
• Previous professional experience working within a collegiate recreation or campus wellness department.
• Working knowledge of student development theory and its application to student staff supervision and program delivery.
• Basic experience with the development and implementation of comprehensive wellness initiatives, including areas such as exercise prescription and program design, nutrition education, stress and time management, and weight management.
• Basic experience supervising, training, and evaluating student employees and/or paraprofessional staff.
• Ability to obtain or possession of a valid Virginia State driver’s license (if required for job-related travel).

Conditions of Employment:

Review Date: Open Until Filled

To apply, please visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/25315

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.