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Fitness Coordinator

University of Chicago
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Department CSL ATH: Wellness About the Department The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University's 15,000 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL's programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, community service, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition. The University of Chicago community includes approximately 5,600 undergraduates and 10,000 graduate, professional, and other students and there are over 300 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life. The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics and Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence. Job Summary The Fitness Coordinator will coordinate and manage the Department’s fitness offerings, including FitChicago fitness classes and personal training services. Specific responsibilities include ensuring all fitness personnel have current and appropriate certifications. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and creating an environment of inclusion. The Fitness Coordinator will be responsible for marketing the Department’s fitness and recreation programs and services, and reports to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Recreation and Fitness. Responsibilities Determines class offerings, and creates and posts class schedules each academic quarter. Assists in revenue generation and tracking of participation. Hires and evaluates instructors, manages payroll process for instructors, and tracks attendance in classes for quarterly reports and assessment of future class offerings. Current general class offerings include boot camp, cardio kickboxing, Pilates, yoga, Zumba, etc. Processes client applications, provides personal training services to select clients, conducts initial fitness assessments, and assigns clients to other personal trainers. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates part-time personal trainers. Manages client records in association with this service. Tracks data to compile periodic reports. Designs fitness programs and provides individual and small group physical training sessions for select clients. Performs periodic fitness machine orientations to members. Collaborates with various offices on campus for fitness/wellness events. In consultation with the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Recreation and Fitness, implements new fitness initiatives to meet interest and demand. Under the direction of the head coach, guides the management of an athletics program within NCAA and University standards. Develops and implements new instructional, training, and conditioning programs. Teaches relevant skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably in exercise science, kinesiology, or related area. Experience: Background in personal training, fitness instruction, or teaching. Certification: Current CPR/AED. Certification as a Personal Trainer through one of the following national organizations: National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Endurance and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA), National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Exercise Trainers' Association (NETA), American Council on Exercise (ACE). Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (preferred) Three Professional References Contact Information (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Student Affairs & Services Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world. We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government. To learn more about the university click here http://www.uchicago.edu/

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