Responsibilities: (E)= Essential

(E) Manage all aspects of the Fitness Center, Front Desk Operations, Group Exercise Rooms, and the Golf Simulator housed in the Wellness Center.

(E) Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Wellness Center facility, programs and events; collaborates with CESO staff as necessary to coordinate rentals including set-up and staffing.

(E) Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate professional staff in administrative positions (i.e., Building Managers, Club Sports Coordinator, Intramural Coordinator, etc.) for all areas of responsibility.

(E) Collaborate with the Deputy Athletic Director on preparing the annual budget for all Recreation and Wellness programming.

(E) Provide guidance and direction to the Intramural Coordinator for all campus intramural programs.

(E) Provide guidance and direction to the Club Sports Coordinator for all campus club sports programs.

(E) Plan and conduct ongoing training and development opportunities for fitness center, open recreation and front desk staff.

(E) Orders supervise installation, and maintain all fitness center machines and equipment. Recommend equipment and supply purchases for areas of responsibility.

(E) Responsible for a risk management plan for student staff, which is designated to prevent injuries as well as prepare students to respond appropriately to accidents, injuries and life-threatening emergencies.

(E) Develop a comprehensive fitness and wellness program including individual fitness orientations, group fitness, personal training, and wellness programming for the university community.

(E) Responsible for the management of the wellness center software used for sales, program registration, facility access and equipment rental.

(E) Plan and implement assessment efforts that inform data driven decision making for the programs, services and activities within core duties.

(E) Create and maintain weekly staff schedules using online scheduling software to ensure coverage.

(E) Collaborate with university constituents to contribute to student and employee wellness programs.

(E) Furnish written reports on facility usage, equipment usage, injuries, etc.

(E) Maintain log of equipment repair and usage; interface with vendor for leased equipment and purchased equipment assessment and needs.

(E) Establish and monitor a preventative equipment maintenance and repair program as well as research and recommend new exercise equipment; develops short- and long-term replacement schedule.

(E) Maintain and manage the website and wellness center portal for all areas of responsibility.

(E) Serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

(E) Demonstrate civility and professional, customer-service oriented behavior, worthy of emulation by other staff and students.

(E) Responsible for contributing to the WSU Strategic Plan.

(E) Responsible for contributing to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action objectives. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of experience working in college/university recreation or related field.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, reach, push and pull; ability to lift up to 45 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in sports management, recreation management or related field.
• Experience supervising or managing fitness, recreation, sports facilities or related programs.
• Experience in implementing fitness and wellness risk management protocols.
• Certifications from at least one of the following organizations: ACSM, NSCA, ACE or NASM.
• Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certification.
• Member of NIRSA.
• Strength and conditioning certified.
• Experience with Recreation software with a preference for Innosoft Fusion.
• Familiarity with current trends and practices in the wellness industry.
• Working knowledge of safety/liability consideration surrounding weight training.
• Ability to create documents in Microsoft Office Suite programs; knowledge of website programming and social media.