Aquila's Fitness Specialist (As-Needed) assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. This position is a part-time, as-needed basis to provide coverage at our corporate fitness center. Work hours are Monday through Friday (no weekends). The pay rate for this position is $24.04/hour and the work hours are as-needed. Shifts are 6a.m.-2p.m., 9a.m.-5 p.m. and 11a.m. -7p.m. on an as-needed basis. We want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us. You will enjoy all of the following benefits at Aquila: - Paid Sick Leave
- Commuter pre-tax benefits
- Fitness retailers discount programs
- No weekend or holiday work
As a Fitness Specialist, your responsibilities include: - Supervise exercise areas
- Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques
- Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
- Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
- Aid members - spotting and equipment usage
- Explain all equipment
- Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
- Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
- Adhere to client's policies and procedures
- Attend staff meetings
- Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
- Perform daily administrative duties
Qualifications: - B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or in related health/fitness field
- Active NCCA accredited national fitness certification (ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NCSF, NSCA or other NCCA accredited certification)
- Active CPR certification
- 0-1 year experience in supervising adults during exercises
Skills required: - Excellent verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of fitness training principles
- Customer service oriented
- Organized
- Motivating, confident, and enthusiastic
- Positive attitude
- Punctual
- Dependable
- Knowledgeable
- Creative
- Maintain a desire for continual improvement
All candidates must be able to sucessfully complete a federal security clearance check.
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