Fitness Program Coordinator

Fitness Program Coordinator City of Kentwood - 4.3 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time $25.99 - $33.20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Certified Personal Trainer Personal training Customer inquiry handling Driver's License Full Job Description Inspire Wellness — Become a Fitness Program Coordinator! City of Kentwood - Parks & Recreation Department The City of Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Fitness Program Coordinator to lead and expand our community fitness and wellness programming. This role is ideal for a fitness professional who enjoys program development, team leadership, and creating inclusive, engaging experiences that promote lifelong health and wellness. You'll oversee programs from concept to completion—while supervising instructors, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality offerings for the community. What You'll Do As the Fitness Program Coordinator, you'll shape Kentwood's fitness and enrichment programs by: Creating, developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating diverse indoor and outdoor fitness and wellness programs Managing registrations, schedules, staffing, and equipment needs Developing, monitoring, and reporting program budgets and financial activity Handling program-related transactions, refunds, and cancellations Measuring program success through attendance, retention, and participant and instructor feedback Identifying and resolving operational challenges to maintain program quality Hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising fitness instructors, seasonal staff, and volunteers Providing ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance evaluations Serving as a point of contact for participants, instructors, and community members Responding to inquiries and concerns within one business day Maintaining accurate program records, reports, and inventory Promoting a welcoming, inclusive, and professional environment Actively contributing ideas to enhance programming and service delivery About You You're a motivated leader with a passion for fitness and community wellness. You enjoy balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution and thrive in a collaborative, public-facing environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in recreation management, parks administration, physical education, or a related field Two years of professional experience in recreation programming or facility/community center supervision Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Certified Personal Trainer Valid Michigan Driver's License CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire) For full details about responsibilities and qualifications, view the complete job description here . Pay & Benefits Hourly pay range: $25.99-$33.20, depending on experience 10% employer retirement contribution — well above industry average Up to 4 weeks vacation , 12 sick days, 11 holidays, and 3 personal days annually 4-6 weeks fully paid parental leave Excellent medical, dental & vision insurance with minimal cost Free telehealth, EAP access, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage Paid certifications, trainings, and career development opportunities Employee discounts on recreation programs and rentals Why join the Kentwood Parks and Recreation team: The Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department enriches the lives of community members through recreational classes, programs, and activities. As well as providing green spaces, a community farmers market, community events, and very soon, a Community Center. Within Kentwood's 21 square miles, Parks and Recreation oversees: 15 parks covering more than 300 acres 13+ miles of non-motorized trails Splashpads, pickleball courts, playgrounds, and gathering spaces Variety of rental facilities available 1000+ recreation programs and community events each year Apply Today! Ready to lead programs that energize and inspire? We'd love to hear from you. This position will remain open until May 13th.