Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness

Overview

Job Title: Coordinator, Fitness & Wellness

Department: RECREATIONAL SPORTS

Location: Norfolk, VA

Develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of fitness and wellness programming to improve the health and well-being of the Old Dominion Community. This position is responsible for maintaining current certifications and continuing education related to the recreation field. Assist Assistant Director in hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating graduate assistants, and student and hourly staff.

Position Type: Full Time

Type of Recruitment: General Public

• Develop, implement and evaluate fitness and wellness programming to improve community health and well-being.
• Maintain current certifications and continuing education related to the recreation field.
• Assist the Assistant Director in hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating graduate assistants, and student and hourly staff.

• Master's degree in exercise science, recreation, sport management, or a related field; or a Bachelor's degree with relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated basic experience coordinating fitness and/or wellness programs, with specific experience supporting the growth and development of group exercise and/or personal training programs in a collegiate setting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality results within established timelines.
• Strong organizational, written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, and community partners, while maintaining confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Possession of at least one nationally recognized certification (e.g., ACE, NASM, ACSM, NSCA, AFAA).
• Proficiency with common office productivity software and willingness to learn institution-specific systems.

• Master's degree in exercise science, recreation, sport management, or a related field.
• Previous professional experience working within a collegiate recreation or campus wellness department.
• Working knowledge of student development theory and its application to student staff supervision and program delivery.
• Experience developing and implementing comprehensive wellness initiatives (exercise prescription, program design, nutrition education, stress and time management, weight management).
• Experience supervising, training, and evaluating student employees and/or paraprofessional staff.
• Ability to obtain or possess a valid Virginia State driver’s license (if required for job-related travel).

Job Open Date: 02/03/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Application Review Date: 02/23/2026

Job Close Date:

• Criminal Background Check: The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
• Department Information: The Department of Recreation and Wellness offers programs, facilities, and services for ODU students, faculty, and staff, retirees, alumni and the community. Aquatics, Fitness & Wellness, Outdoor Adventure, and Sport Programs help to provide members with diverse recreation and wellness opportunities.
• Equity Statement: It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information.
  
  Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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