The Kilpatrick Athletic Center at Bard Academy and Bard College at Simon’s Rock, located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, seeks an experienced and knowledgeable professional to join the Kilpatrick leadership team as the Fitness Director. Reporting to the Operations Director, the Fitness Director will oversee the daily operations of the fitness department, and is responsible for leading a team of group fitness instructors, personal trainers, and fitness room attendants.
The Fitness Director is responsible for the development and implementation of land-based group exercise classes, programs, and clinics that address the varied needs of the Kilpatrick Athletic Center community including members and students.
There is an option to teach group fitness classes that focus on the Fitness Director's interests as well as offering Personal Training and/or Private Lesson services as time allows.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the fitness department
- Develop, implement, and supervise classes, and programs throughout the facility including athletic and recreation opportunities for students
- Collaborating with staff members to ensure cleanliness and tidiness of facilities, and maintenance of equipment.
- Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies
- Ensure that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; report accidents and prepare accident reports as required
- Attend and participate in management meetings
- Develop and manage action plans to reach overall goals
- Recruit staff and ensure optimal staffing levels
- Orient new staff members
- Serve as a Manager-on-Duty in a rotating schedule with other MODs