Part-Time Fitness Supervisor

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites applications for the Fitness Supervisor.

FIT Athletics & Recreation, an NJCAA DIII member institution, aims to support Fashion Institute of Technology in its mission to produce self-reliant graduates who are poised for a lifetime of success, and who will be a credit to the institution, their communities and the world. The department mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for student involvement, learning and school spirit opportunities enriching both body and mind as a way of promoting holistic health and wellbeing.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Fitness Coordinator, the Fitness Supervisor will be responsible for oversight of athletic & recreational programs. The Fitness Supervisor will primarily be responsible for supervising a wide range of student facing services, employee supervision and facility oversight.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Ensure that fitness programs operate in a safe and welcoming environment and meet student needs in the areas of holistic health and wellness
• Supervise Student Health and Fitness Assistants (SHFCAs) and Group Fitness Instructors; ensure that employees carry out work according to guidelines
• Manage athletic facility activity including fitness center operations, fitness classes, open gym activities and other events.
• Monitor athletic facility usage and availability; be aware of all special events to take place in the athletic facilities.
• Directly supervise home athletic contests as needed.
• Ensure that an adequate amount of staff are working at each location during each shift.
• Monitor all areas of the athletic facility for safety / security; intervene to address potential hazards.
• Immediately report details of any injuries or unusual situations occurring in the athletic facility that are either witnessed firsthand or reported by other employees.
• Ensure proper and timely group fitness classroom and athletic team practice set up and break down.
• Assist Assistant Director with assessment distribution and data collection.
• Assist Fitness Coordinator with apparel and gear distribution, collection and inventory control.
• Provide materials / equipment to department employees for special campus events or as needed.
• Supervise athletic facility opening and / or closing procedures.
• Complete required trainings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency and completion of two years in an accredited post-secondary
  
  institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in athletic administration, sports management, health, wellness, physical education, business management or related field of study.
• One year of experience working in a college athletics and recreation setting.
• Experience in college level athletics and recreation facilities, equipment and inventory control.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Genuine interest in health, fitness and / or athletics, satisfaction in working with students and employees especially in the area of fitness operations and enthusiasm to enhance the FIT student recreation experience required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and personnel management skills.
• Ability to solve problems, work independently, manage schedules of a large number of part time employees and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to obtain CPR / AED and Basic First Aid certification prior to the time of appointment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Availability to work weekday evening shifts and / or full day weekend shifts.
• Occasional availability for special assignments outside of regularly scheduled work hours.
• Availability for regularly scheduled weekly shifts during the entire fall and spring semesters.
• Availability for limited winter and summer hours.

Additional Information:

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Successful completion of a background check is required for appointment to this position once an offer has been made.

Salary:

Hourly Rate: $22.28 - $27 per hour; hourly wage will be determined based on experience, qualifications and budgetary allowance.

Work Schedule:

Days/Hours: Mondays 4:45pm-10:15pm, Saturdays/Sundays 10:30am-3:30pm, in-person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Terms: FIT coaching positions consist of at-will appointments that last for one fiscal year, and do not carry any medical, annual leave, sick leave, or other fringe benefit entitlement.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

This position will be required to occasionally read and comprehend, occasionally perform calculations, constantly verbally communicate, constantly analyze, and occasionally writing. The working conditions for this position will be any combination of the classroom, office space and/or outdoors. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, frequent standing, frequent bending, frequent walking, and occasional lifting over 50 lbs.

Application Instructions:

In order to considered for this position, please submit the following documents online:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcript
• A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application materials.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.