Fitness Specialist

- Instructing, individual program development, and personal training services (when certified) with fitness members and/or exercise classes (land and aquatic)
- Conducting proper evaluation, protocol implementation and training services- Evaluating strengths and weaknesses of members, recording the progression through program stages, and recommending/implementing protocol or program changes as indicated under established guidelines
- Assisting Coordinator and/or Manager in all areas including customer service, facility operations, communication/promotion, program development, and member/user orientation
- Monitoring exercise areas (inclusive of pool) to insure a safe and quality environment for all members and usersFitness Center Hours: Monday – Friday 6:45am – 8:00pm. Shifts are 6:45am – 3:15pm and 11:30am – 8:00pm. Weekly schedule will include 2 days early shift and 2 days late shift, and every other Friday late. Occasional Saturday. No holidays.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, or related field preferred
- CPR certification
- NSCA, NSPA, ACSM or comparable certification preferred- Experience working with people with disabilities and special needs preferred
- Demonstrated work experience in a fitness and/or athletic environment including demonstrated experience in the assessment of fitness members, and development and monitoring of individual exercise programs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills- Ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs of customers in the age groups served
- Basic computer skills (i.e., Excel; Word; Outlook)- Ability to demonstrate all exercise components, protocols and equipment usage