Center Manager Jobs in Virginia

Posting Summary

Working Title Campus Wellness and Fitness Center Manager

Role Title Program Administrator Manager 1

Role Code 19214

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band 4

Position Number 293W0068

Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College

Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div)

Work Location Williamsburg - 830

Hiring Range $28.00-$31.00 an hour.

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category 2-Professionals

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8am -5pm, occasional nights and weekends

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College changes lives and empowers students to succeed and enhances the social and economic vitality of the region through high quality education and workforce training, excellent service and innovative partnerships. Student Life and Leadership exist to provide a robust campus community to support student engagement, leadership development, and extracurricular activities creating a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the Dean of Retention and Student Success, the Campus Wellness & Fitness Center Manager is responsible for the daily operations of campus wellness initiatives and the fitness center at the Historic Triangle Campus. The position provides support (purchasing supplies, equipment inventory, etc.) to the Director of Athletics for fitness facilities at the Hampton Campus. This role is central to promoting holistic student well-being by developing and implementing wellness programs, events, assisting with the oversight of sensory and lactation spaces, and resources that encourage healthy living and personal development across a diverse, multigenerational college community.

This is a part-time, restricted grant-funded position. Continuation of employment is based on funding availability.

Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge

- Comprehensive understanding of health standards, safety protocols, and wellness principles.
- Familiarity with health-related regulations and compliance requirements.
- Strong grasp of wellness and health promotion strategies, including current industry trends and best practices.
- Knowledge of data analysis and program evaluation methods.

Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
- High level of organizational and planning skills.
- Creativity in designing and implementing innovative wellness programs.

Abilities

- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities.
- Physically capable of lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching; able to demonstrate exercises and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to move throughout a multi-floor facility, including frequent stair and ramp use.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to proactively address challenges.

Required:

- Experience managing staff and overseeing operations.
- Experience working with the public in stressful situations.
- Event planning, evaluation, and analysis.
- Experience in filing and office software applications.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).
- Experience in public speaking, training facilitation, and wellness education.
- Considerable relevant work experience.
- Considerable experience in fitness/wellness program management.
- Budgeting experience.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Able to work at all campus locations.

Additional Considerations

- Experience working in a higher education environment.
- Certified personal trainer or group fitness instructor.
- Professional certifications in wellness, health promotion, or related disciplines, such as NASM.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Minimum

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_3238P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 06/22/2026

Job Close Date 07/02/2026

Open Until Filled

Contact Name Human Resources

Email talentacquisition@vpcc.edu

Phone Number 7578252728

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.