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Assistant Director

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University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 02/17/2026 (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Position Overview
KU RECREATION
SERVICES, a department within Student Affairs, provides a campus-wide impact by improving the quality of life for all students, faculty, staff, affiliates, retirees, alumni, spouses, and domestic partners through our fitness and wellness initiatives.
RECREATION SERVICES
provides state-of-the-art recreational programs, facilities, and services. The University of Kansas
RECREATION SERVICES
department seeks an Education Program Coordinator (with a working title of Assistant Director of Fitness and Wellness) to play an essential role in the management and support of
RECREATION SERVICES
core functions including, but not limited to, coordinating the KU Fit group fitness program, developing the KU Fit Instructors, and creating and implementing fitness and wellness special events. The work of the Education Program Coordinator will directly support
RECREATION SERVICES
programmatic efforts and initiatives to support its core values of Community, Excellence, Experience, Growth, and Integrity which align directly with two of KU's Institutional Priorities of Healthy and Vibrant Communities and Student Success. The Education Program Coordinator is a full-time unclassified, exempt position that will report to the Senior Assistant Director of Programs. The Education Program Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and developing KU Fit Instructors and a Program Manager. This role also includes creating KU Fit Group Fitness schedules and developing, implementing, and evaluating special events related to fitness. Additionally, the Education Program Coordinator will evaluate risk management and enforce policies and procedures. They will also assist the Assistant Director of Marketing in promoting programs and events across all areas of responsibility. Programs within
RECREATION SERVICES
include Fitness, Intramurals, Sport Clubs, and Outdoor Pursuits. Fitness offers KU Fit group fitness with classes focused on cardio, strength, mind and body, Personal Training, and fitness assessments. Intramurals play team sports, team tournaments, and individual activities. Sport Clubs participate in a wide variety of competitive, recreational, and instructional sports. Outdoor Pursuits offers a rock-climbing wall and equipment rental center. Additional information can be found at www.recreation.ku.edu Job Description 65% - Coordinate the KU Fit Program including: Plan and implement semester schedules with approximately 45 classes per week including a variety of classes such as Pilates, yoga, strength, cycle, dance fitness, fitness boxing, etc. Recruit, hire, train, document, supervise, and evaluate approximately 15-20 KU Fit instructors as well as approve payroll. Update the employee manual as needed. Add and update sections to the employee manual with specific training information for each type of KU Fit class (how to use certain equipment properly, class/participant expectations, reimbursement procedures for their certification, tips, and provide examples of a quality routines). Oversee daily operations of the KU Fit program, including registration, optional fees, attendance records and equipment/facility upkeep, program assessment, and policies and procedures that ensure safe instruction and risk management. Provide continuing education for staff to enhance skills and obtain/maintain appropriate certifications through one-on-one skill building and/or workshops. Supervise a KU Fit student Program Manager. Manage Les Mills license and instructor training. Manage KU Fit instructor reimbursement program for retention and recruiting. Recruit, plan, and implement the ACE Group Fitness Instructor (GFI) Prep Course, an in-house course that prepares KU students to become a certified GFI. Prepare monthly, semester, and yearly reports on classes and make recommendations, as needed. Oversee and implement protocol for the KU Fit and... For full info follow application link. The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

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