Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Supports the Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness managing the day-to-day operations of group fitness, small group training and personal training. Performs fitness staff training, program development and supervision.

• Works alongside the Assistant Director to oversee, manage, and run the Fitness and Wellness, Personal Training, small group training, and other Fitness Program areas at MMC and BBC primarily with occasional events/programs at other campuses as well.
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates fitness instructors and personal trainers.Maintains an ongoing employee file that contains updated certifications, any history of evaluations, and disciplinary forms that they may have acquired. Approves employee payroll.
• Assists in the routine maintenance and organizing of all fitness rooms along with the Personal Training assessment space.
• Ensures that the audio systems are in working order in addition to having a functioning microphone for instructor's usage. Recommends equipment purchases for assigned programs, ensuring compliance with department best practices and university policies.
• Maintains confidentiality of records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Participates on University committees and/or with other departments to effectively promote Campus Recreation.
• Responsible for establishing various fitness programs throughout the semester. Provides ongoing feedback and recommendation for program enhancement. Manages registration for all assigned programs.
• Plans and facilitate regular staff meeting and training sessions. Develops and maintains fitness instructor and personal training manuals.
• Assists in the development and management of assigned budgets.
• Collaborates with Membership & Outreach and Facilities & Operations to effectively solve customer service issue.
• Communicates and supports department goals and objectives that align with the mission, vision, and values of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs.
• Responsible for keeping Facilities staff informed about policy/schedule changes, along with assisting Membership Team as needed.
• Develops new ways to promote WRC fitness programs through interdepartmental collaborations. Collaborates with outreach and marketing to publicize programs and services.
• Works on site at the BBC WRC 1-2 days per week or as needed.
• Serves as a liaison between students, patrons, and fellow administrative staff members to facilitate feedback and improvements of the facility and programs we offer.
• Implements professional development opportunities for fitness staff.
• Seeks new and innovative ways to further develop, improve, and expand fitness programming.
• Develops opportunities to streamline fitness processes and procedures.
• Assists in the creation and adherence to our semester Fitness and Wellness class schedule.
• Responsible to the hiring, auditioning, interviewing, and disciplinary actions for Fitness and Wellness and Personal Training employees.

• Operating University Vehicles (all types)

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and two (2) years of experience in appropriate field (intramurals/sports officiating, sport clubs, adventure recreation, group fitness, personal training, and/or marketing) or Master's degree.
• Must obtain CPR/Standard First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment.

• Must have one of the following certifications American College of Sport Medicine (ACSM-CPT), Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA-CPT or AFAA-CGFI), American Council on Exercise (ACE-CPT or ACE-GCFI), or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM_CPT)..

• Degree in the following areas of specialization preferred: Exercise Science, Sport/Recreation Management, or Health & Wellness.
• Specialized group fitness certification.
• Experience in coordinating college/university fitness programs and teaching group fitness classes.