Program Coordinator II

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Program Coordinator II

Requisition Number

RE44891

Working Title

Assistant Director for Fitness

Department Name

1B310:Campus Recreation and Wellness

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

44

Salary Range

$43,361-69,383/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, sitting for long periods of time

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, Evening hours/ Weekend Hours as Needed

Job Summary

The Assistant Director for Fitness supports the mission of Campus Recreation to provide unparalleled recreation programs, services, and facilities that support students in living active lives of meaning and purpose.

This position under the guidance of the Associate Director for Programs oversees the Fitness department which provides recreation programs and services that are responsive to the physical, social, recreational, and lifelong educational needs of the campus community as they relate to health, fitness, and learning. Additionally, this position leads all fitness staff and provides guidance related to the fitness staff development, supervision, evaluation, and risk management processes.

The University of Kentucky Office for Student Success operates from a student-centered foundation. We seek to build a strong community through the care of and concern for every member of Student Success. We cultivate an equity-minded working and learning environment where people are seen and valued. We strive to revolutionize student success practice through a culture of ingenuity, excellence, agency, and accountability. The twenty-five units and five areas that comprise Student Success are committed to one vision: designing and delivering unparalleled student services. To learn more about the Office for Student Success, visit: https://studentsuccess.uky.edu/.

Position located at Johnson Center & Alumni Gym.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer a Master's Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science or similar degree field and one or more of the following: NCCA (National accredited Fitness Certifications ( NASM, NSCA, NETA, ACE, etc.), Les Mills Group Fitness Certification, or other Specialty Group Fitness Certification. Prefer experience with a nationally recognized fitness Certification (Personal Training, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Group Fitness Instructor) and American Red Cross Certification Adult CPR/ AED/First Aid.

Deadline to Apply

05/05/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Please Identify your experience in overseeing an education program leading to initial certification for Personal Training or Group Fitness Instructors.

    (Open Ended Question)
  2. * Please identify your experience in evaluating and developing fitness professionals.

    (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents