https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu Latest ALUMNI CAREER CENTER Jobs Sun, 31 May 2026 08:05:54 Z https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22253419/assistant-director-of-fitness-member-services https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22253419/assistant-director-of-fitness-member-services Greeley, Colorado, Position Summary: The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) is a forward-thinking student success operation committed to its role as the leading custodial unit guiding the student experience at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC).  Staff members within DSA are expected to positively contribute to our mission of supporting students in the co-curricular environment and provide an experience that inspires students academically, personally, and emotionally. The Assistant Director of Fitness & Member Services serves as an integral member of the Department of Campus Recreation at the University of Northern Colorado, contributing to the holistic development and well-being of students and the campus community through the leadership and administration of a diverse range of programs, including Personal Training, Group Fitness, Wellness Education, and Aquatics. Additionally, the Assistant Director is the primary liaison for our members through management of the membership program and associated services. This position provides strategic oversight for program planning, implementation, and assessment while ensuring effective risk management, fiscal stewardship, equipment and facility operations, and marketing initiatives. The Assistant Director fosters a vibrant and inclusive community by providing student staff and participants with strong leadership, supportive mentoring and coaching, open and responsive communication, and visible engagement that promotes belonging and personal growth. As a member of the department’s leadership team, the Assistant Director plays a vital role in advancing departmental and university initiatives through active collaboration with colleagues and staff to support projects, programs, and events that enhance the student experience and promote community engagement. The Assistant Director is expected to model professionalism, adaptability, and teamwork, contributing to a positive and inclusive departmental culture while assuming additional responsibilities as needed to further the mission and goals of Campus Recreation and the University of Northern Colorado. Job Duties: Program Administration (50%) Provide leadership in the design, implementation, and management of a comprehensive Fitness and Wellness program that includes Personal Training, Group Fitness, Wellness Education, Aquatics, special events, and outreach initiatives for the university community. Supervise the operations and compliance of fitness and aquatic programs, including budget oversight, staff certification and training, and adherence to university and industry safety standards. Recruit and retain memberships through targeted marketing, engaging programming, and strong member relations. Oversee program marketing and communication efforts, including coordinating updates to the website, social media, and promotional materials, to enhance participation and visibility across campus. Instruct fitness preparation courses, host on-site certifications, and facilitate continuing education opportunities to support staff development and program quality. Collaborate with the School of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics to develop and support internship and co-op experiences that provide students with meaningful co-curricular learning and career preparation opportunities. Develop and promote collaborative wellness initiatives with campus partners, such as the Office of Health Promotion and their Stress Less Week. Manage program logistics, including facility scheduling, equipment maintenance, and the effective use of registration and participant management software systems. Administer program budgets, monitor expenditures and revenues, and prepare periodic reports to support assessment, planning, and strategic decision-making. Lead or contribute to departmental events and initiatives, such as RecFest, the Homecoming 5K, and new student orientation activities, supporting Campus Recreation’s mission of holistic student engagement and well-being. Personnel Management and Student Development (25%) Hire, train, and supervise all fitness and wellness program student staff, interns and one graduate assistant. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise a diverse student staff team, including a graduate assistant, personal trainers, fitness instructors, and wellness programming staff, as well as, provide direction to contracted staff that assist with fitness classes and massage services. Develop and implement comprehensive training, continuing education, and leadership development opportunities for student employees and/or participants through workshops, certification or preparation courses, and experiential learning initiatives. Manage student staff scheduling, performance evaluation, and ongoing communication to promote accountability, skill development, and a positive work environment. Collaborate with Facility and Operations staff on membership and facility access processes. Foster a culture of growth and inclusion by intentionally supporting students’ personal and professional development through mentorship and engagement in co-curricular learning experiences. Risk Management (15%) Develop, implement, and regularly update a comprehensive risk management plan for all Fitness & Wellness programs, ensuring compliance with departmental and university policies related to first aid, HIPAA regulations, unhealthy behaviors, and emergency response. Ensure that exercise spaces, equipment, and program areas are properly prepared, maintained, and operated to provide a safe environment for participants, staff, and spectators. Maintain current instructor certifications in American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED; coordinate and instruct certification courses for Campus Recreation. Assessment and Reporting (10%) Administer online assessments and surveys to evaluate participant satisfaction, gather feedback, and measure achievement of learning outcomes. Prepare and compile comprehensive reports and program statistics for Fitness & Wellness and Memberships for inclusion in the Campus Recreation Annual Report. Maintain accurate and confidential records of health, personal training, injuries, and incidents, ensuring participant safety and compliance with reporting protocols. Minimum Qualifications: Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Education, Community or Public Health or related field is required.  Because this position will work with and mentor graduate students, a Master’s degree is preferred.  Experience: A minimum of two years of full-time professional experience coordinating and developing fitness and wellness programs is required. The ideal candidate will also have at least two years of experience in student affairs or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in fitness instruction, personal training, staff supervision, risk management, fitness program operations and membership sales. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential. Additional preferred qualifications include experience in recreation program development, familiarity with NIRSA fitness and aquatic standards, and proficiency with Fusion software. Certification/Registration/Licensing: American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and AED certification is required. American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and AED Instructor certification is required or must be obtained within the first month of employment. Possess a certification through a nationally recognized organization, such as: *American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) *American Council on Exercise (ACE) *National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or equivalent. Ability: The required abilities for the Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness include the following:   a)  Knowledge of fitness and wellness programming; b)  Ability to apply fitness industry principles and practices; c)  Leadership abilities and student development skills; d)  Ability to interpret and apply industry research; e)  Effective written and verbal communication skills; f)  Customer service and policy enforcement skills; g)  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related industry software; h)  Ability to work with diverse student populations; i)  Knowledge of assessment and research methods; j)  Basic cash-handling or accounting knowledge. Special Considerations: This position is student-facing position and must be in-person with some exceptions as determined by the Office of Human Resources and their supervisor.  The Assistant Director is required to work a varied schedule, including regular business hours, early mornings, late nights and weekends.  The individual must be self-directed and possess the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the Department of Campus Recreation. Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position. Tue, 05 May 2026 13:24:47 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22244150/assistant-director-facilities-operations-and-aquatics https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22244150/assistant-director-facilities-operations-and-aquatics NY, New York, Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $66,300 - $72,000 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Columbia University's Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center. The Assistant Director of Athletics Facilities Operations and Aquatics position assists the Associate Athletics Director of Physical Education, Recreation, and Facilities Operations in the overall administration of The Dodge Fitness Center and Uris Moratorium, including assisting Athletic Facilities and Events in oversight and management for aquatic events.   Responsibilities Management of general scheduling logistics for intercollegiate athletics, physical education, recreation and special events at Dodge Fitness Center Monitor and coordinate all physical building maintenance, project management, and custodial direction and report and track all custodial and mechanical complaints for all athletic facilities to Columbia University Facilities Supervise and assist in the hiring and training of student and short-term casual staff for all aquatic’s operations including but not limited to hiring, training, payroll, evaluation, and termination of lifeguards and event staff Assisting with Risk Management support of the department including but not limited to providing CPR, First Aid, and AED certification trainings to all staff as needed and reviewing and updating Department Emergency Action Plans Schedule and direct (where appropriate) University personnel (e.g., Public Safety, Custodial, Mechanical, etc.) and third-party vendors Leads and/or supports all events in Uris Pool, including but not limited to Athletics Contests, Department events, University Events, and Rentals Assists in Uris Pool operations including compliance with health, safety, and operational codes and standards Assisting in the management of department vehicles including but not limited to scheduling usage, coordinating training and approval of drivers, review and tracking of maintenance, insurance, inspections. EZ passes and gas cards, implementation of new vehicle monitoring system including policies and procedures; must be able to drive department vehicles Assist with managing an approved budget for responsible areas including implementing all cost-accounting measures related to all indirect and direct costs of operation. Develop and manage short-term and long-term facility upgrade plans for athletic facilities, as directed by the Associate Athletics  Director of Physical Education, Recreation, and Facilities Operations. Exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ivy League Conference, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all members of the Department Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Director, Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent related experience required 0 -2 years related experience Valid US Drivers License Ability to drive Department Vehicles Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously required. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required. Preferred Qualifications Lifeguard Instructor Certification Prior Aquatics Management experience An advanced degree is preferred Fri, 01 May 2026 16:00:18 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22218292/coordinator-of-aquatics https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22218292/coordinator-of-aquatics Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Coordinator of Aquatics Full Time R00114630 Reporting to the Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety Education, the Coordinator of Aquatics assists in the organization and administration of the Aquatic area with University Recreation (UREC) at LSU including managing lifeguards and assisting with pool maintenance. RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Support (40%) Oversees the day-to-day aquatic operations through administrative management while working with UREC facility operations to ensure policies are being followed and updated when necessary. Oversees life-guarding and pool safety. Assists with pool chemical distribution and monitoring. Direct Student Support (30%) Shares responsibility with Assistant Director for leadership and management of 50+ part-time student employees. Responsible for developing trainings that ensure employees are knowledgeable about American Red Cross standards relative to providing a safe aquatic environment. Program Support (15%) Assists with coordinating logistics for events, experiences, or services within the Aquatic program area. Provides feedback regarding departmental programs, equipment, and services by engaging in programs, experiences and using UREC facilities. Contribute positively to the work environment by participating in dialog that is indicative of the divisions and unit's culture of teamwork and cooperation. Quality Control (10%) Ensures every aspect of the Aquatic program area outputs including administrative tasks, implementation, and overall design exudes a high degree of quality. Embraces and executes consistent improvement over time and seeks to improve the level of all aquatic services, events, programs, and experiences year after year. Other Duties as Assigned (5%) Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Associate Director of Facility Operations, and/or Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety Education. This includes but is not limited to efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, other special projects etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree Work experience in an aquatic environment. LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply- a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description. MINIMUM CERTIFICATIONS: American Red Cross Lifeguard DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree 2 years of professional work experience in an aquatic environment, with particular emphasis in collegiate recreation. DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certified Pool Operator (CPO) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS: Ability and willingness to work evening and weekend hours. We support, when appropriate, the ability to have a flexible work schedule. There is an emphasis on maintaining and an appreciation toward operating with a sense of work life integration. This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04. As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality. Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Please direct all nominations and inquiries for the position to Tyler Ellis, Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety Education, tellis10@lsu.edu and 225-578-8806. Posting Date: April 20, 2026 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 18, 2026 Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions. HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting. To apply, visit https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/LSU/job/0102-Student-Recreation-Complex/Coordinator-of-Aquatics_R00114630-1 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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