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Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Campus Recreation

Job Summary

The mission of Campus Recreation is to encourage the campus community to embrace fun and well-being through movement, challenge, and play. The Assistant Director, Fitness will be responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of all fitness programs and services provided through the Department of Campus Recreation.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/ 

Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/ 

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$60,000 - $67,000 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Exercise Science or related field.
2. Three years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) professional work experience in fitness, experience in a collegiate environment preferred.
3. Possession of American Red Cross AED/CPR/BBP/First Aid Instructor Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
4. Possession of one (1) certification in personal training OR group fitness as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accepted Personal training certifications include ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA. Accepted Group Fitness Certifications include AFAA or ACE. Certification in the other area is required within one year of employment.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing.
6. Proven ability to demonstrate group fitness technique.
7. Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Exercise Science or related field.
2. Demonstrated experience successfully managing a fitness program.
3. Possession of both personal training and group fitness certifications as recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Accepted Personal training certifications include: ACE, AFFA, ACSM, CI, NASM, NCCPT, or NSCA. Accepted Group Fitness Certifications include: AFAA or ACE. Certification in the other area is required within one year of employment.
4. Possession of certifications in the fitness specialties planned or currently offered in Campus Recreation. Examples include: yoga, Zumba, cycling, Insanity and aquatic fitness.
5. Possession of American Red Cross AED/CPR/BBP/First Aid Instructor Certification.
6. Thorough understanding of campus recreation with expertise in one or more areas of recreation.
7. Demonstrated experience with training and supervision of student employees and/or volunteers.
8. Organizational skills in fitness and special event programs.
9. Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office 2010 suite or equivalent product.
10. Familiarity with inspecting facility for risk management and maintenance concerns.
11. Familiarity with a broad range of fitness equipment and the ability to maintain equipment inventory including procurement and lifecycle rotation plans.
12. Familiarity and/or comfort with Fusion (or equivalent member management software).

Work Hours

Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Ability to perform group fitness instruction and training.
3. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
4. Ability to repeatedly and independently lift 10 lbs. and push/pull 40 lbs.
5. Ability to be on one's feet for long periods of time walking or standing in place on occasion.
6. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.

Proposed Starting Date

August 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Optional Applicant Documents

Personal training, group fitness, and/or AED/CPR/BBP/First Aid Instructor certification - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

A copy of your valid certification in either personal training or group fitness must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. This copy can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts, certification(s), and/or military service documentation may be emailed, faxed, or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Email: kgshelt@ilstu.edu
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

The final candidate for this position will be required to provide a copy of their valid U.S. driver's license. Human Resources will contact the final candidate at the appropriate time to obtain a copy of this document.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Contact Information for Applicants

Kira Shelton
Human Resources
kgshelt@ilstu.edu 
(309) 438-2120

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.