Ivy Tech Evansville seeks a Wellness Assistant to work under the general supervision of the Wellness Coach/Manager, the Fitness Coordinator to support the daily operations of the Wellness and Fitness Center and help promote a culture of health and wellness on campus. This role is student-focused, with an emphasis on creating positive experiences that encourage students to make use of the center’s resources. The Fitness Coordinator also collaborates with and may provide guidance to student employees and volunteers, ensuring a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all members of the Ivy Tech community.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Operations & Clerical Support

• Open and close the fitness center as scheduled; prepare the space for member use.
• Perform clerical duties including scheduling appointments, maintaining attendance logs, and providing general administrative assistance.
• Monitor use of fitness equipment, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and organization; report maintenance issues promptly.

Student & Member Support

• Welcome students and employees into the Wellness and Fitness Center, providing excellent customer service and fostering a positive environment.
• Answer questions and demonstrate safe use of fitness equipment.
• Assist students with developing and practicing safe, effective exercise routines and provide encouragement to help them meet their wellness goals.
• Promote overall wellness by encouraging healthy lifestyle choices, stress management, and balance.
• Collaborate with student employees/volunteers and provide informal guidance to support their success in the role.

Programming & Events

• Assist with planning and delivery of student-focused wellness events and incentive programs (including occasional Saturday mornings).
• Organize and lead group exercise classes as assigned.
• Contribute ideas for monthly bulletin board themes, wellness activities, and creative ways to engage students in fitness and wellness.

Marketing & Promotion

• Help design flyers, digital content, and bulletin board displays to promote fitness and wellness initiatives.
• Actively promote the mission of the Wellness and Fitness Center through positive engagement with the student body and employees.

Other

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Wellness Manager to support departmental goals.

Work Hours:  

• Daytime hours, Monday–Thursday, with occasional Saturday mornings for events.

Hiring Range: 

• $15.00 per hour, 20 hours per week expected.

Benefits:

Part-Time Employees may qualify for benefits including:

• Whole Life Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee, spouse and dependents (after 2 semesters of employment.)

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

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• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Adult CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain within 60 days of employment).
• Personal trainer certification preferred; group exercise instructor certification a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); Canva or similar design software preferred.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; must be kind, caring, and sensitive to students’ diverse needs.
• Knowledge of fitness and wellness principles required.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.