Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4484P |
| Home Org Name |
Recreation and Wellness-Admin |
| Division Name |
Student Affairs |
| Position Title |
Assistant Director, Group Fitness |
| Job Class Code |
AE45 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Student Affairs at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Assistant Director, Group Fitness! The Assistant Director, Group Fitness is essential to Recreation and Wellness by managing the daily operations of a group fitness program and provides educational and recreational opportunities to students, faculty, and staff. |
| Essential Functions |
- Coordinate all aspects of group fitness instructional programs include, but not limited to developing class offerings, determine group fitness scheduled of classes and events, secure facility reservations, and hire qualified instructors.
- Supervises student staff which includes hiring, training, evaluating, and providing professional development opportunities. The Assistant Director will oversee the continuing education of group fitness staff.
- Supervises and provides mentorship to professional staff working in group fitness programming
- Plans and implements short and long-term goals, programs, budgets, and equipment needs for group fitness
- Develops assessment tools and reports to track outcomes and support goal and policy revisions
- Collaborates with Assistant Director-Risk Management on risk management and emergency action plans and education for group fitness programs.
- Supports event planning and partners with marketing to promote group fitness programs
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! |
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Degree in Exercise Science, Physiology, Fitness Management, Physical Education, Recreation, Health Education, or related field
- Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience OR
- Master's degree plus 3 years of experience
Scope of Experience: Experience in university or corporate health/fitness setting |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of recreation and sports management/administration to include program design, training, instruction, risk management, safety and liability guidelines.
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED (automated external defibrillator) required upon hire.
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$51,790 - $88,040 |
| Job Category |
Student Affairs |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
06/05/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/53780 |
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Auburn
$51,790 - $88,040
Jun 05, 2025