Job Overview

Campus Recreation is a proud part of Campus Services at the University of Cincinnati. Driven by leveraging our expertise to provide a welcoming environment that enhances student success, Campus Services is committed to the student experience. Campus Recreation lives this mission by creating inclusive environments that inspire movement and community for all Bearcats. Our vision is to help all in our community to build and share contagious energy for movement.

The Program Manager of Fitness and Wellness Programs will have primary oversight for group fitness, premium fitness, special events, and customized programming across one main facility and multiple satellite facilities. This position will also be responsible for creating and expanding innovative, new programming to enhance the student experience. Secondary responsibilities include assistance with personal training and wellness programming. In addition, the program manager will assist with building campus partnerships and expanding wellness initiatives. The program manager may need to teach group fitness classes, train clients or assist with fitness operations as needed. 

A vital component of this position is a demonstrated ability to work autonomously with initiative, critical and creative thinking, as well as a strong commitment to student development, collaboration, and customer service. Additionally, this position has significant financial, administrative and personnel responsibilities.

This position includes the ability for a hybrid work schedule with up to a 20% work from home option. 

Essential Functions

• Provide oversight for Fitness and Wellness programs that include group fitness, instructional, premium and custom classes, special events, fitness challenges and incentives, and educational workshop opportunities.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate group fitness and instructional instructors which includes student and contract employees.
• Plan and facilitate regular staff meetings and new hire onboarding for group fitness instructors.
• Create and maintain group fitness and premium fitness class schedules across two facilities with an additional programmable facility space coming to campus fall 2027.
• Coordinate, organize, and promote fitness special events and programs that meet the changing needs of the UC community.
• Assist, as needed, with the oversight of the personal training program.
• Collaborate internally and externally with wellness-centric departments (Food Services, Exercise Science, CAPS, Student Wellness, BeWell UC, etc.) to deliver wellness programming to students and other members.
• Evaluate program offerings using satisfaction/interest surveys and make recommendations that are responsive to participant interests and needs.
• Collaborate and create partnerships with university colleges, departments, or organizations.
• Support and deliver marketing ideas and materials including regular website updates.
• Maintain inventory, upkeep, and replacement of fitness equipment and supplies.
• Teach Group Fitness and/or Personal Trainer prep courses on a semesterly basis.
• Contribute to monthly reports and gather program data on monthly and semester basis.
• Assist with various department responsibilities related to emergency action plan preparation and execution, safety/risk management, marketing, student development, special events, etc.
• Work collaboratively with the Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness and other staff across the programs, facility operations and membership areas.
• Instruct staff in American Red Cross CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Training (Instructor training is provided).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. 

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

• One (1) year of experience in campus recreation, fitness facility management or related field. 
• One (1) year of staff supervision.
• Certification from an accredited organization such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or NASM in related program areas or ability to attain certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Previous experience hiring, training, developing and evaluating fitness related staff. 

Additional Qualifications Considered

• American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid Instructor certification. Must be certified within 6 (six) months of employment.
• Two years of demonstrated success in fitness programming management, preferred in a collegiate setting.
• Knowledge and experience with safety and risk management as it pertains to a fitness setting.
• Knowledge of various related systems, including CSI/Rec Automation, SubItUp, Connect 2 Concepts (C2C), IMLeagues, Canva, Microsoft Office.
• Proven commitment to student and professional staff development and customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, assess alternatives, render consistent and logical decisions.
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability and balanced lifestyles. 

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• A minimum of three references 

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