Casual On-Campus Exercise Specialist I — Wellness

MacEwan University; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Continuous learning culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for a casual opportunity in the Sport and Wellness department. You will design and deliver fitness assessments, create personalized exercise prescriptions, and monitor programmes for students, staff, and the public.

This on-campus role requires a 2-year diploma in physical education or kinesiology, CSEP-CPT or ACSM-CPT, and current First Aid/CPR/AED, with AFLCA or CanFit-Pro group fitness certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of exercise science and program design aligned with CSEP standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for diverse clients and group settings.
• Ability to instruct group fitness classes and deliver structured programming safely.
• Good judgement to assess risk, modify programs, and respond to safety or emergencies.
• Strong organization and time management to handle multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive fitness and health assessments and provide individualized exercise counselling per CSEP guidelines.
• Develop personalized exercise prescriptions aligned with client goals and medical considerations.
• Organize and monitor specialized fitness testing contracts for various populations and clients.
• Maintain accurate assessment documentation and testing records.
• Monitor the fitness area, perform statistics recording, and manage equipment and risk checks.
• Complete forms, bookings, and respond to inquiries about the MacEwan Centre for Sport & Wellness.
• Assist with complaints and refer clients to Centre policies and procedures.
• Respond to security issues or emergencies per policy manual.
• Administer First Aid, CPR, AED and Oxygen when required.
• Assist with setting up equipment for fitness classes and programming.
• Assist with training and orientation of Fitness Area staff and practicum students.

Skills

Exercise science knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Group fitness instruction

Risk assessment & safety

Organization & time management

Independent work

Education

Diploma in physical education or kinesiology

CSEP-CPT or ACSM-CPT

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

AFLCA or CanFit-Pro group fitness certification

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for a casual opportunity in the Sport and Wellness department. You will design and deliver fitness assessments, create personalized exercise prescriptions, and monitor programmes for students, staff, and the public.

This on-campus role requires a 2-year diploma in physical education or kinesiology, CSEP-CPT or ACSM-CPT, and current First Aid/CPR/AED, with AFLCA or CanFit-Pro group fitness certification.