TITLE OF POSITION:

Fitness Center Monitor/Recreation Specialist

DEPARTMENT:

Athletics

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ACSM Health Fitness Instructor.
• ACE Personal Trainer or Exercise Instructor.
• American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, or related field. 
• Fitness Certification preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the daily operations / programming of the Fitness Center and Gallagher Center and monitoring all activity areas.
• Required to assist with intercollegiate game day operations – specifically serving as an On-Site Supervisor. 
• Assist the Director of Fitness & Wellness with personal training and assessments for the University community. 
• Perform preventive maintenance on the fitness equipment and monitor and report any issues or broken equipment.
• Oversee student staff members while on shift.
• Implement the Emergency Action Plan for the Gallagher Center when necessary.
• Provide recommendations for the development, implementation, and execution of innovative physical activity programming.
• Ensure the attractive appearance and cleanliness of all facilities in cooperation with the University Physical Plant.
• Help manage and direct the University’s evening Recreation Program – Assist with promoting, scheduling, officiating, and overseeing all related events and activities. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application, resume and the names and contact information of three references either electronically to davisr@philau.edu or in writing to: Rhonda Davis, Director of Fitness and Wellness, Philadelphia University, School House Lane and Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144. Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

STARTING DATE:

Immediate

POSTING DATE:

August 2008