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Fitness Program Manager-Stnt

Categories: Critical thinking & problem solving, Leadership, Professionalism, Student Services

Department: Wellness & Health Promotion

Fitness Program Manager-Stnt

  • 497644
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Federal Work Study Student
  • Institutional Student
  • Closing on: Feb 27 2026
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Salary/Position Classification

  • $17.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 10-12 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Fitness Program Manager will assist in the development and administration of the Personal Training, Group Exercise and Fitness Service programs.

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Performing basic fitness appointments including: standard fitness assessments (bike and treadmill based), skinfold tests, strength & flexibility tests, and equipment orientations
    • Set days and hours for these to be scheduled
    • Set office hours:
      • Interviews- sit in, help decide hiring, 2nd GX demo interviews
      • Look at all areas: Check GX studios, make sure closets are organized, floors in studios are swept, any equipment brought into studio from functional area etc. is put away, check in with FSA (weights re racked, weight floor/cardio deck/circuit deck looks good, machines are lined up, check CPR skills sheets are stocked and fill if needed, check fitness desk equipment is in good condition, throw away worn items and make a list of equipment to order, organize weight trees (even out weight plates – have FSA help if needed)
  • Fitness Services
    • Fitness services will be scheduled during office hours as much as possible (one offs will happen)
    • In Fusion calendar there will be blocked off times that match the office hours of the PM, FSA’s/PM will schedule the fitness services in those time slots, so we have record of when appt. is, after the appt. feedback survey will be sent in Fusion
    • Keeping detailed records of fitness assessment participants through informed consents, BSDI and scheduling software (schedule these in Fusion calendar)
    • Informed consent forms are filled out in Connect 2 before the assessments, all medical forms complete in BSDI for future reference and record keeping.
  • Assist in the marketing and creative development of Fitness Programs to increase participation and retention.
    • Assist with developing or improving existing fitness programs, input ideas and opinions from a student perspective
  • Assist with hiring, training, and evaluating Fitness Program staff.
    • Behavior logs included (sit in on write ups), attend GX/PT/CPR classes and sessions to observe staff performance
  • Assist in the planning and leading of area-specific meetings, continuing education trainings, and updates to all staff; coordinating makeup meeting sessions as necessary
    • FSA Monthly meetings help plan information, updates and an employee development training or continuing education, assist with all staff training to all areas
  • Assist in the creation of Fitness Program schedules by ensuring staffing is in line with budgeted hours.
    • Check teams for any unfilled shifts, unpicked up shifts, help find coverage, at times fill in at fitness desk
    • Assist with GX scheduling, PT scheduling, CPR as needed
    • Act as peer supervisor and a resource for all 4 areas, be go to person when fitness coordinator is gone
  • Assist in the inventory of supplies and equipment. (first aid kits – fitness desk)
  • Utilize appropriate technology to manage the Fitness programs.
  • Serve as an active member of the Program Manager team and attend regularly schedule meetings.
  • Meet with supervisor regularly.
    • Be a peer authoritative figure – be a resource but also be able to tell staff to not be on their phone, follow policies, stay busy etc.
  • Track GX participant numbers – send out email reminders of upcoming class registrations
    • Track GX class participation numbers
    • Send reminder emails to participants registered for GX classes and add how to cancel to keep openings available for smaller capacity classes (EX. Pilates)
  • Tracking personal training sessions- check for consistency with sessions being taken away
    • Excel spreadsheet tracks who is training which clients
  • Smaller programs – 1-2 /semester – comprehensive fitness assessment promos, week long programs
  • Other duties as assigned.
    • Helping at welcome weekend, welly awards, de stress fest, safety audits, etc.

Minimum Requirements

  • Hold or be pursuing a major or minor in exercise science, recreation, nutrition or health-related field OR have experience in Group Exercise or Personal Training and/or at least one certification but pursuing a different primary career.
  • General working knowledge of all exercise equipment and ability to explain proper use to participants.
  • Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire. (Training provided by the Wellness Center at no cost for employees)
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds of weight.
  • Ability to work various hours Monday–Sunday
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Have one of the following national recognized NCCA Accredited certifications: NSCA (CPT or CSCS), ACE (CPT, clinical exercise specialist, lifestyle and weight management consultant), or ACSM (HFI, CPT, or Exercise Specialist), NASM (CPT), NCSF (CPT), and NETA (CPT).

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume (PDF or Word Format Only)
• Cover Letter (PDF or Word Format Only)

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.

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Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability. 

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.