Fitness Center Coordinator chez Tacoma Community College, WA

About the Department

Priority Consideration Date: October 9, 2025

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is the third largest city in Washington State with a thriving and diverse community of over 200,000 residents.  Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses.   In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.  

To grow our workforce, we are seeking creative, collaborative faculty who are reflective of the diverse community we serve. Tacoma Community College is a public Associate- and Bachelor’s-granting institution that serves a student-body of approximately 12,000 students. Our students are 27% students of color, 60% female, and have a median age of 26. We embrace our identity as acommunitycollege. Our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion, and community success. According to the Community College Survey of Student Engagement, TCC ranks high on measures of active learning and academic challenge, thanks to our creative and scholarly faculty.   

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

• Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
• Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
• Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
• Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
• Care deeply about student success 
• Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Honor TCC’s mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
• Reflect the diversity of our community

Regional Setting

For information on Tacoma and the surrounding area:  https://www.tacomacc.edu/tcc-life/life_in_tacoma

This position plays a key role in supporting student health, wellness, and athletic performance by overseeing the daily operations of Tacoma Community College’s Fitness Center. The Fitness Center is the central responsibility of this role, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for all students, staff, and community members.

In addition, the position will assume at least one of the following responsibilities, depending on the candidate’s qualifications:

• Assistant Athletic Trainer for the College’s six NWAC varsity athletic teams, or
• Strength & Conditioning Coach for varsity student-athletes.

The position also develops and delivers inclusive fitness programming that encourages broad campus participation. This role reports directly to the Athletic Coordinator.

Position Duties

Fitness Center Oversight (Primary Responsibility)

• Prepare, monitor, and evaluate the Fitness Center’s operating plan, including hours, staffing, and supervision.
• Ensure safety, functionality, and effective use of the facility, including equipment layout and maintenance.
• Develop and manage the Fitness Center budget (operations and personnel).
• Hire, train, and supervise student staff and practicum students.
• Maintain procedures, training manuals, and safety protocols.
• Inventory and manage equipment and supplies.
• Design and deliver inclusive campus fitness and wellness programming.
• Teach classes related to fitness, strength, and wellness for students, staff, and faculty.
• Support campus health and wellness initiatives through collaboration with committees and departments.

Additional Responsibilities (At Least One Required)

Assistant Athletic Trainer

• Prevent, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries.
• Manage injury documentation and medical records in compliance with FERPA/HIPAA and athletic governing bodies.
• Communicate injury status and rehabilitation progress with coaches and administrators.
• Develop and maintain emergency action plans; coordinate care during practices and competitions.
• Supervise and instruct student interns or aides.
• Build and maintain relationships with medical professionals and healthcare providers.

Strength & Conditioning Coach

• Collaborate with head coaches to design and implement year-round, sport-specific training programs.
• Provide instruction in proper multi-joint sport movements to enhance performance.
• Educate athletes on strength, power, speed, flexibility, and recovery strategies.
• Coordinate team training and conditioning schedules.
• Collaborate with athletic training staff on injury prevention and reconditioning strategies.

Other

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate 

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning techniques and current Athletic Training standards.
• Ability to design, adjust, and implement programs for a wide range of athletes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches and sports medicine staff.
• Strong prioritization of athlete and participant safety.
• Knowledge of injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols; ability to remain calm in emergencies.
• Skills in budgeting, resource management, and problem-solving.
• Ability to supervise, train, and organize student staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical/Health Education, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Business, Recreation Management, or related field.
• Eligible for Athletic Training certification (BOC) and WA State licensure if serving as Athletic Trainer.
• OR CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) or equivalent certification if serving as Strength & Conditioning Coach.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field.
• Experience managing a college/university fitness center.
• Two or more years of experience in coaching, athletic training, or strength & conditioning at the collegiate level.
• Previous certification/experience as an Athletic Trainer in an educational or athletic setting.
• Coaching experience or collegiate athletic participation.
• Familiarity with NWAC or other collegiate athletics compliance standards.

• Successful completion of a criminal history background check prior to employment.
• Working in inclement weather may be required.
• Flexibility in schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Work may include outdoor or inclement weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift/move weights and equipment and provide hands-on treatment.

Other Qualifications

Complete application packages must include the following: 

1. Tacoma Community College online application.
2. Resume and cover letter, In your cover letter describe how your background and experiences align with the responsibilities of this position.
3. Diversity Statement: Tacoma Community College is committed to creating and supporting a multi-cultural climate that welcomes, fosters, respects, and celebrates diversity.   Please attach a statement (maximum two pages) describing your experiences with other cultures and communities, your level of cultural self-awareness and how you have integrated both experience and self-awareness into your living/working environment.

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