Posted:
7/18/2024, 2:50:04 PM
Location(s):
Providence, Rhode Island, United States ⋅ Rhode Island, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Growth & Marketing ⋅ Product
Job Description:
Brown University Athletics and Recreation is currently seeking candidates for the Fitness and Wellness Manager position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).
The Fitness and Wellness Manager position is responsible for the daily administration, staffing, and programming of the Nelson Fitness Center and group fitness programming and initiatives across Brown University campus. Responsible for administration of group fitness, recreational programming, and personal training. This position will be responsible for the development, implementation, promotion, safe operation, and evaluation of recreation/fitness services for students, faculty, staff, and recreation members, as well as special events hosted at the Nelson Fitness Center.
All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).
Education and Experience
1-3 years of experience working in the fitness industry with an emphasis specific to collegiate fitness and wellness operations.
Bachelor’s Degree required in relevant fields (Recreation Management, Sport Management, Business Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or other related field) and/or equivalent education and experience in aquatics.
Current certification from NSCA, NASM, ACE, or ACSM preferred.
Competencies
Experience with Excel, Word and Power Point as well as Google calendar, drive and email preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in current fitness and wellness programming trends including fitness testing, leading group fitness and/or personal training.
Experience with marketing and social media promotional campaign management. Website content management experience, helpful.
Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and knowledge or experience with the complexities of diversity strategies in University Athletics and Recreation.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to think programmatically, expansively and creatively to help develop clear goals and outcomes for programs
Must be able to push/pull/lift/etc. 50 pounds
Excellent organizational and time management skills along with the ability work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the Brown community.
Knowledge and understanding of, and commitment to compliance with, NCAA, ECAC, Ivy and University rules and regulations in regard to operations.
Background Check - Criminal, Education, DMV
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-07-11Job Posting Title:
Fitness and Wellness ManagerDepartment:
Athletics and RecreationGrade:
Grade 9Worker Type:
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5Position Work Location:
OnsiteSubmission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
Website: https://brown.edu/
Headquarter Location: Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Year Founded: 1764
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Education ⋅ Higher Education ⋅ Universities