Location: Newport, RI
Category: Education
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed Jul 29 2026
Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION:
To assist with the management of the day-to-day operations of the University 5K and 2K square foot fitness facilities while supporting University staff and students including nearly 600 student-athletes within 20 varsity programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide day-to-day coverage of the fitness center, at times without supervision.
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Assist the Fitness Center Manager in the hiring and supervising of work-study employees during the school year.
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Assist in the development and implementation of innovative programs to encourage the use of the fitness center during the school year.
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Provide strength and conditioning and educational support for all Athletic Programs.
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Provide maintenance to equipment utilized in the fitness center.
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Must adhere to all NCAA/NEWMAC/Salve Regina University rules and regulations.
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In particular, all coaches and athletics personnel are charged with being knowledgeable and assuring and monitoring compliance by all student- athletes, staff and assistant coaches with applicable governing constitutions, by-laws, rules, policies, interpretations and regulations of the NCAA, the University and appropriate athletics conference. Staff members shall immediately advise the Compliance Office if there is reason to believe that violations have occurred or will occur and shall cooperate fully in any investigation of possible NCAA or Conference violations.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Fitness Center Manager, or Director of Athletics.
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Attend all departmental meetings as required, and all Admissions Open Houses when necessary.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Valid driver's license in good standing.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The incumbent is subject to both inside and outside work and could encounter extreme weather conditions.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The is a full-time, 10-month per year position (August 1 - May 31)
Job Requirements:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree (Physical Education or related field) required.
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NSCA CSCS Certification (which includes CPR, First Aid Certification) required.
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Flexible hours required. This includes weekends and nights.
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The successful candidate will possess highly developed communication and organizational skills, efficiency in computer usage and a high degree of self-motivation and dedication to all aspects of the intercollegiate program. Ability to work as a team member but also initiate projects independently.
- Must promote and foster an environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Must embrace diversity in all forms by actively promoting a culture of inclusiveness and striving for justice in your actions as a reflection of Salve's mission and the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.
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Ability to work effectively in the environment of an academically demanding institution and abide by all NCAA Division III, New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference, and Salve Regina University policies.
Preferred:
- A minimum of one to three years of strength and conditioning experience is preferred.
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A strong foundation and full appreciation and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations is preferred.
Additional Information:
Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including (waiting periods apply):
- health, dental and vision coverage available on the first of the month following date of hire
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403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employer contributions as well as access to advising services
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long-term disability coverage
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employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
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up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents
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robust wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center
Other available benefits include:
- supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
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supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
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Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available for qualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
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discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
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student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
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employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
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flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
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health savings accounts
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529 collegebound saver program
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paid parental leave and adoption assistance
For more detailed information on Salve's benefits, visit https://salve.edu/human-resources/benefits.
Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging values through diversity, equity inclusion in order to foster a welcoming culture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the wider community. Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace. No matter the path traveled to get here, the University acknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Regina belongs to all in its community.
