The Fitness Program provides a comprehensive schedule of group fitness and cycling classes and Personal
Training for students, faculty/staff, and community members. Participants have the opportunity to experience
more than 50 different classes weekly taught by a team of student instructors who are nationally certified,
highly trained fitness professionals. The energy-packed, diverse group fitness program provides members the
opportunity to achieve their fitness goals. The Personal Training program is in its early stages in collaboration
with the School of Kinesiology & Recreation (KNR). Questions concerning this position may be directed to
, Coordinator, (309) 438-3887.
Responsibilities
The Graduate Assistant will assist the Coordinator of Fitness in coordinating, programming, and scheduling of
the Group Fitness and Personal Training staff. Other duties include: hire, train, schedule, supervise, and
evaluate instructors and personal trainers; assist in teaching the Fitness Instructor Training course; assist
in conducting monthly staff meetings and staff development; maintain equipment and assess equipment needs;
inventory control of equipment and music; plan and evaluate program publicity; perform routine maintenance
on cycles; update and implement instructor training and staff manuals; perform on-site supervision for facility
operations; and assist with continued development of the Personal Training program. Other duties may be assigned
as deemed necessary by the department.
Qualifications
All applicants must qualify for admission to the Illinois State University Graduate School. A Bachelor's Degree
in Physical Education, Recreation Administration, Exercise Science or related field is preferred. Experience
in group fitness instruction and personal training highly recommended. Strong verbal and written communication
skills are required. Supervisory experience and organizational skills are beneficial. Applicants with a National
Fitness Certification (AFAA, ACE, ACSM) preferred.
Contract Dates
August 1, 2007 to May 15, 2008. Two-year assistantship available, pending satisfactory performance. Summer
employment is available.
Stipend
895/month for 9 ½ months, plus in-state and out-of-state tuition waiver.
Application Deadline
July 15, 2007 or until position is filled.
Application Process
Applicants must apply online at www.IllinoisState.edu/jobs.
See www.ilstu.edu for additional information. If you have any questions,
please contact
, Associate Director, Illinois State University, Department of Recreation
Services, Campus Box 2781, Normal, IL 61790-2781. Phone: (309) 438-3705 or
. Illinois
State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University Encouraging Diversity.
