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Work History
Education
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Peggy Ploeger
Open To Work

Peggy Ploeger

Phoenix,Arizona

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Fitness Center CoordinatorAthletic DirectorVolleyball CoachEvent Coordinator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$65000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balancePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Athletics and fitness professional with extensive experience in athletic program leadership, collegiate and high school volleyball coaching, and fitness center operations. Proven ability to develop student-athletes through structured training programs, strength and conditioning, and mentorship while building positive team cultures and successful athletic programs. Experienced Athletic Director who has managed multi-sport programs, supervised coaching staff, coordinated athletic events, and overseen departmental budgets. Skilled in recruiting, athlete development, community engagement, and organizing camps and youth programs that build strong pipelines for future athletes. Passionate about promoting fitness, leadership, and academic success through sports and performance training.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5

Certifications

Work History

Athletic Director | Head Volleyball Coach | Head Track & Field Coach

Maricopa Institute of Technology
Phoenix, USA
08.2023 - 02.2026
  • Directed operations for 16-sport interscholastic athletic program serving 130–140 student-athletes, overseeing scheduling, coach supervision, event coordination, and eligibility compliance.
  • Supervise, evaluate, and retain a staff of 16 head and assistant coaches while implementing structured hiring, onboarding, and annual review processes.
  • Manage a $230,000 athletic department budget with strong fiscal accountability and adherence to school financial procedures.
  • Report directly to the Principal and present annual athletic budget proposals and departmental reports to the Superintendent.
  • Implemented structured athletic study hall interventions, reducing failing athletes from 10–15 per season to 2–3 by season’s end.
  • Strengthened communication among administration, faculty, coaches, and families, enhancing transparency, student accountability, and alignment with school expectations.
  • Fostered culture of sportsmanship, accountability, and leadership development among student-athletes, promoting personal growth and team cohesion.
  • Coordinate home athletic contest operations including scorekeepers, facility setup, event supervision, and student safety oversight.
  • Managed athletic scheduling and verified eligibility for compliance with league regulations.

Fitness Center Coordinator

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, USA
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw operations of five campus fitness facilities, supervising 50+ student employees to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed staff scheduling and payroll coordination alongside daily operational procedures to maintain smooth facility operations.
  • Developed leadership training initiatives and coordinated vendor relationships to enhance program offerings and support staff development.

Assistant Volleyball Coach

Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, USA
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Developed practice strategies to enhance player performance and teamwork.
  • Coordinated with head coach to execute training sessions.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to athletes on skills and techniques.
  • Supported recruiting efforts, coordinated practice planning, managed team travel logistics, and monitored academic progress of student-athletes.

Assistant Volleyball Coach & Intramural Sports Coordinator

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, USA
05.2008 - 11.2010
  • Coordinated recruiting, academic oversight, athlete development, and intramural sports programming to enhance athlete support and engagement.
  • Assisted in developing practice plans and training sessions for athletes.
  • Organized team logistics for travel, uniforms, and equipment management.
  • Provided individual skill development through personalized coaching techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Sports Fitness Management

Buena Vista University

Associate of Arts - Arts & Science

Indian Hills Community College

Catholic School Education (Grades 2–12) -

St. Mary's School
Storm Lake, Iowa

Skills

  • Athletic Administration
  • Athletic compliance
  • Event Operations
  • Athletic Scheduling
  • Budget Management
  • Fiscal Accountability
  • Coach Hiring
  • Supervision & Evaluation
  • Program Development
  • Student-Athlete Academic Support
  • Facility Operations
  • Game-Day Operations
  • Leadership Culture
  • Team Culture
  • Leadership Development
  • Community Engagement
  • Parent Engagement
  • Travel arrangements
  • Social media management
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Fundraising
  • Program development
  • Athletic program management
  • Event coordination
  • Budget oversight
  • Compliance management
  • Student engagement
  • Game management
  • Coach orientation

Certification

  • Arizona Substitute Teaching Certificate
  • Administrative certification willing to pursue as required
  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
  • ISSA Certified Health Coach
  • NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching
  • American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certified Instructor

Timeline

Athletic Director | Head Volleyball Coach | Head Track & Field Coach

Maricopa Institute of Technology
08.2023 - 02.2026

Fitness Center Coordinator

Grand Canyon University
05.2023 - 07.2024

Assistant Volleyball Coach

Buena Vista University
08.2011 - 08.2013

Assistant Volleyball Coach & Intramural Sports Coordinator

Indian Hills Community College
05.2008 - 11.2010

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Sports Fitness Management

Buena Vista University

Associate of Arts - Arts & Science

Indian Hills Community College

Catholic School Education (Grades 2–12) -

St. Mary's School
Peggy Ploeger