Closing Date: October 30th, 2026 at 4:00 PM

REDS RECREATION
REDS Recreation provides physical activity and wellness opportunities for students, faculty/staff, alumni and the community. We offer memberships, club sports & intramurals, group fitness, fee-based programs, aquatic-based activities, unorganized recreational opportunities, occupational testing, and more in both group and individual experiences. We are housed in The Richard J. CURRIE CENTER although many activities take place throughout the UNB campus.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | (Leave Replacement) Term ending April 28, 2028 | Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Additional Working Conditions:

- Some evening and weekend work is required.

Salary Range: $49,410 - $61,768 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to Director, Reds Recreation, the Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementation and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Fee-Based and Group Fitness Programming.

- Coordinate annual fee-based program which consists of two categories: Mind/Body programming and Silver Series programming, consisting of approximately 33 programs per week.
- Coordinate a diversified annual group fitness program, consisting of approximately 22 group fitness weekly classes, both land and aquatic, for all adults and fitness levels.
- Plan and implement workshops, special events and themed-classes.
- Lead Group Fitness Classes such as cycling, cardio, strength training and aquatic, as required either scheduled or on a substitute basis, sometimes on short notice.
- Administer on-line registration (Fusion), coordinate marketing materials, communicate with internal & external groups, reserve facility spaces, procure equipment, inventory and program procedures.




- Troubleshoot day-to-day challenges such as instructor replacement, facility temperature and cleanliness issues, customer and staff feedback.
- Oversee fitness program budgets & research trends in fitness.
- Prepare both financial and participation reports as required.
- Support human resources activities including hiring, training, supervising and mentoring part-time staff instructors and part-time program staff.
- Work as a mediator, facilitator or coach in conflict situations.
- Offer/organize career development opportunities for staff to maintain certification/quality instruction.
- Organize teacher training (ex: Pilates Teacher training) and any associated agreements with external organizations.
- Maintain staff records to ensure qualifications are up-to-date and on file.
- Work with provincial fitness organizations as an advocate of certification.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimize risk and ensure safety within REDS Recreation programs.
- Review departmental policies on an annual basis and update policy manual as needed.
- Ensure staff compliance with university's policies and procedures including REDS operational policies and processes.
- Participate in additional training/certifications as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING

- Undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, Recreation or related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in an administrative setting.
- Certification in group fitness and minimum 2 years experience teaching group fitness.
- Minimum 2 years customer service experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Strengths

- Other certifications such as Yoga, Pilates, Older Adult would be considered an asset.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Training in risk management for recreation organizations.
- Exceptional customer service skills.

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