Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Number |
997940 |
| Functional Title |
Coordinator, Fitness Operations |
| Position Type |
Staff |
| Position Eclass |
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning |
| University Information |
Located in North Carolina's third largest city,
UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study.
UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability.
UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities,
UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. |
| Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit |
The Department of Recreation and Wellness (RecWell) is housed in the Division of Student Affairs. RecWell fosters comprehensive wellness by engaging students and the
UNCG community in experiential and educational opportunities. We promote lifelong success through meaningful and inclusive programs and resources. RecWell offers comprehensive recreation and wellness programming including; fitness, aquatics, informal recreation, outdoor adventures, competitive sports, Esports, and wellness education. The department strives to provide opportunities that enhance student success.
The Division of Student Affairs encourages students to be engaged citizens through enriching their personal and professional development in a diverse and inclusive community of care.
Student Affairs goals include:
- Collaborating to create a vibrant student-centered environment supports student learning, engagement, service, and leadership while preparing students to contribute to a global society.
- Create a culture of care and support for all students which empowers them to take an active and influential role in their collegiate experience.
- Cultivate opportunities to enrich the student experience and the University's rich traditions in celebration of diversity, service, life-long learning and Spartan Pride.
- Serve as wise stewards of University resources.
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| Position Summary |
Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director of Fitness, the Coordinator, Fitness Operations is responsible for the coordination and management of the fitness spaces in the 216,000 sq ft. Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness. The Coordinator, Fitness Operations also directly supervises and develops a team of approximately 30-40 part-time student employees through recruitment, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, training, evaluating, and ongoing professional development. The position is responsible for maintaining service excellence by ensuring staff are knowledgeable in customer service, equipment usage, emergency response procedures, and risk management practices. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- Relevant Bachelor's degree with relevant experience.
- National certification in group fitness and/or personal training.
- Team-player philosophy and able to successfully work independently and in collaborative groups.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Strong commitment to the development of students to provide leadership training, support academic success, and professional development.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid Certification or able to attain within first three months.
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours in addition to regular University hours
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| Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates |
American Red Cross
CPR/
AED and First Aid certification or able to attain within first three months. Drivers license required. National certification in group exercise and/or personal training. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Master's Degree in Sport Management, Exercise Science/Kinesiology, or related field from a 4-year accredited institution.
- Two years' professional experience in recreation, athletics or fitness in higher education or commercial setting (completion of a Graduate Assistantship will be counted in professional experience).
- Experience managing a fitness facility with oversight of equipment preventative maintenance and assessment, budgetary and/or equipment purchasing.
- Marketing, promotions, communications and event-hosting experience.
- Competent in recreation/fitness software including, but not limited to: Fusion,Connect2 and Time Clock Plus, When2Work, Canvas, EMS, Handshake.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Recruitment Range |
$43,888 - $46,000 |
| Org #-Department |
Recreation and Wellness - 44801 |
| Job Open Date |
07/30/2026 |
| For Best Consideration Date |
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| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
No |
| FTE |
1.000 |
| Type of Appointment |
Permanent |
| If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. |
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| Number of Months per Year |
12 |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
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The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
$43,888 - $46,000
Jul 30, 2026