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Career Opportunities

Fitness Center Coordinator - Part Time

Ozarka College is seeking a motivated, innovative, and service-oriented professional to join our team as Part-Time Fitness Center Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in promoting wellness and healthy lifestyles among students, employees, and the local community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience managing staff schedules and maintaining facility standards.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated comfort with technology relevant to the role (e.g., scheduling systems, fitness tracking, digital communication).
  • A commitment to health, wellness, and lifelong fitness.
  • Supervisory experience in a fitness or recreation setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or a closely related field.
  • Current fitness certification from a recognized organization (e.g., CHES, ACSM, ACE, NSCA).
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Experience with fitness testing, personalized programming, and instructional support.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

  • Supervise the daily operations of the Fitness Center, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.
  • Schedule and oversee part-time staff, ensuring appropriate coverage and operational effectiveness.
  • Maintain cleanliness, safety, and equipment functionality within the facility.
  • Train and support staff in safe and proper equipment use, customer service, and program delivery.
  • Plan and support fitness programs that engage diverse populations and promote lifelong wellness.
  • Serve as a wellness advocate, educating and motivating participants through practical fitness strategies.
  • Perform all responsibilities in accordance with Ozarka College policies and core values
  • Perform all duties and responsibilities of an Ozarka College employee as outlined in a timely and effective manner.

Deadline for submitting applications will be when an acceptable candidate has been selected. To apply, please submit a detailed letter of application, a completed Ozarka College Employment Application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

Remit to:
Ozarka College
Office of Human Resources
Attention: Fitness Center Coordinator - Part Time Search Committee
P. O. Box 10
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-2002/FAX (870) 368-2094
EEO/AA EMPLOYER

Adobe PDF Document Ozarka College Application (PDF)


Ozarka College and the State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Here to Help

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DeEdra Steed
Director of HR
870.368.2002
dsteed@ozarka.edu
Contact Information:

Director of Human Resources
Ozarka College
P.O. Box 10
Melbourne, Ar 72556
870.368.2002
870.368.2094 fax