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Assistant Director of Campus Recreation - Fitness and Wellness

Missouri State University -
Springfield, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,000 - $47,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program

Qualifications

Computer operation
Driver's License
Computer skills
General management

Full Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Director of Campus Recreation - Fitness and Wellness

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Department

Campus Recreation

HR Home Department

080111 CAMPUS RECREATION

Pay Grade

Proposed Salary

$45,000 - $47,000/annual

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?

No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type

Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

General Function

The Assistant Director of Campus Recreation-Fitness and Wellness is responsible for developing fitness and wellness programs associated with the Foster Recreation Center (FRC) and Campus Recreation with an emphasis on a safe, well-maintained, and adequately staffed environment and a comprehensive fitness and wellness program that enhances the mission of the University. The Assistant Director of Campus Recreation-Fitness and Wellness hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates student staff. The Assistant Director of Campus Recreation-Fitness and Wellness assists with long-range planning and assessment, budget development, procurement for the fitness and wellness programs, risk management, and maintains accurate records.

Description of Primary Duties

1. Coordinates the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and scheduling of group exercise instructors, personal trainers, fitness attendants, and wellness staff.

2. Provides training and conducts evaluations for fitness and wellness staff that incorporate staff development initiatives and student learning outcomes and facilitates training with an emphasis on risk management and customer service.

3. Coordinates instructions of CPR and AED, first aid, blood-borne pathogen, and other fitness certifications.

4. Provides a safe fitness and wellness environment by implementing a risk management plan.

5. Develops fitness and wellness programs including budgets, program plans, annual evaluations, and maintains accurate statistical records.

6. Coordinates the promotion of fitness and wellness programs and special fitness events, maintains web pages, seeks input from participants, and develops and maintains relationships with outside groups.

7. Reviews and approves all payroll associated with fitness and wellness staff.

8. Assists in the development of annual Campus Recreation goals and budget for the fitness and wellness programs.

9. Develops specifications for the purchase of fitness and wellness program equipment and develops and maintains the inventory, a preventative maintenance plan, and a schedule for repair and replacement.

10. Maintain and run our NASM prep course for incoming personal trainers and community.

11. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

12. Remains competent and current though self-directed professional reading, acquiring and maintaining certifications, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by direct supervisor.

13. Maintain, coordinate, and instruct the NASM Personal Trainer Preparation Course to prepare incoming personal trainers and serve community participants.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred. A degree with an emphasis in exercise and movement science, recreation, sport, and park administration, college student personnel, student affairs, or related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.

Experience: One year of experience working in fitness and wellness programs or a related field is required; experience in group exercise program administration is preferred. A strong background in risk management especially as it relates to fitness and wellness programs is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of wellness programs in a variety of formats and personal training are preferred.

Skills: Effective organizational, management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are required. Computer literacy is required. A working knowledge of financial operations is preferred.

Certifications: Instructor certifications in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) Instructor are preferred and must be obtained within ninety days of employment. National certification through National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM)(Required with in the first 90 days), the American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), , National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), or Aerobics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) is preferred or must be obtained within ninety days of employment. A valid driver’s license is required or must be obtained within thirty days of employment.

Other: The scope of the position requires attendance at evening and/or weekend activities, meetings, and workshops.

Additional Qualifications

Link to Job Description

https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1937-assistant-director-of.htm

Open Date

08/05/2026

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

Special Instructions to Applicants

The first date of consideration is August 26, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252

Background Check Statement

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number

20260209FTS

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/87405

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