Assistant Director Fitness and Wellness

Position Title

Assistant Director Fitness and Wellness

Employee Type

Regular

Office/Department

Recreation Activities

Work Environment

Loyola University Maryland Main Campus

Job Type

Full time

Benefits at Loyola

https://www.loyola.edu/department/hr/benefits/

Compensation Range

$51,277.00 - $64,096.00

Anticipated Start Date

09/30/2025

If Temporary or Visiting, Estimated End Date

10/15/2025

Position Duties

Oversee and administer a comprehensive program of recreational fitness activities designed to meet the diverse needs of the Loyola University community: Student Employment, Student Development, Fitness Center, Group Exercise Programming, Personal Training and Fitness Assessment Programming, Nutrition and Wellness, Marketing, Safety and Risk Management.

Essential Functions

Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate and develop student employees for the
fitness programs and marketing team (Fitness Attendants, Group Fitness Instructors,
Personal Trainers, Marketing Assistants). Develop and implement continuing education
and training for student employees within the fitness programs and marketing team.
Administer staff meetings with all student employees within the fitness and marketing
program. Develop and administer the departmental personal training & fitness 
testing/assessment program, to include policies and procedures for trainers and clients, scheduling,
equipment usage and compensation, adhering to industry standards.
Ensure client satisfaction through surveys. Ensure best business practices are followed for 
registration for sessions and accounting for funds.

Direct and develop marketing strategies for the department. Coordinate all departmental
marketing materials and information. Serve as a member of the weekend programming
committee for the Division of Student Development.
Develop social media strategy for the department. Ensure department branding guidelines 
are followed and propose new approaches to branding. Further develop training standards 
around marketing expectations for department administrators.
Ensure safety of participants in all areas of fitness programs by monitoring
environmental conditions. Serve as primary risk manager for fitness programs. Serve as
secondary risk manager for all other department programs and special events.

Develop and implement policies and procedures for the weight room area, functional
training area and all fitness programming.
Maintain policies and procedures for the Group Exercise program. Schedule Group
Exercise programming/classes on a semester and summer basis.
Supervise the cleaning and maintenance of all equipment in the weight room area and
functional training area; ensure adherence to manufacturer recommendations.

Coordinate the purchasing, inventory, maintenance, inspections of all fitness equipment, 
following manufacturer and industry standards, to include layout and proper space 
allocations for cardiovascular and strength equipment.
Coordinate the purchasing, inventory, maintenance, inspections of all group exercise 
equipment, following manufacturer and industry standards, including layout, proper space 
allocations and class occupancies to ensure safety during classes.

Education Required Bachelor's degree

Education Preferred Bachelor's degree

Other Professional Licensures CPR, First Aid, Various National Fitness Certifications

Work Experience 3 - 5 years

Describe Required Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of principles and methods for exercise/fitness curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and the ability to adapt to learning in-house systems of management/logistics/daily operations of recreation facilities. Knowledge of the following, supported by skills and abilities: relevant equipment, policies, procedures, programs and strategies associated with administering a comprehensive program of recreational activities in a university setting; meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction; budget management; equipment/supplies purchasing; computers and related software; ability to serve as a mentor for students; principles and processes for performance management; ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to make sound independent judgments and