Exercise Specialist I

MacEwan University; Edmonton; Vor Ort; CAD 39.000 - 57.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for casual opportunities in the Sport and Wellness department on campus in Edmonton. The role focuses on designing and delivering health assessments, exercise prescriptions, and monitoring programs to meet diverse client needs including students and staff.

You will administer tests, tailor individual plans, and assist with class setup and staff orientation, while following safety standards and CSEP guidelines.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2-year diploma in physical education, kinesiology or related health field.
• CSEP-CPT or ACSM-CPT certification.
• Current Intermediate First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen certifications.
• Group fitness instruction certification such as AFLCA or CanFit-Pro.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Aufgaben

• Conduct fitness and health assessments and provide individualized exercise counselling in accordance with CSEP guidelines.
• Develop personalized exercise prescriptions aligned with client goals and medical considerations.
• Organize, administer, and monitor fitness testing contracts for special populations and clients.
• Maintain accurate assessment documentation and testing records.
• Monitor the fitness area and complete required statistics, safety checks, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with bookings, inquiries, and staff orientations for the Fitness Centre.

Kenntnisse

Exercise science

Interpersonal skills

Group fitness instruction

Risk assessment

Organization

Independent work

Ausbildung

2-year diploma in PE/Kinesiology

Jobbeschreibung

Casual (less than 35 hours per week) MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $28.501 - $41.449 per hour. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities. Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 21,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for casual opportunity with our Sport and Wellness department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Fitness Centre and Programming, you will be responsible for designing and delivering health and fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, programs and facility monitoring with the overall goal of meeting the health and wellness needs of all patrons of the Centre, including students, athletes, staff, faculty, and public clientele.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive fitness and health assessments and provide individualized exercise counselling in accordance with Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology guidelines;
• Developing and implementing personalized exercise prescriptions aligned with client goals, abilities and medical considerations;
• Organizing, administering, and monitoring specialized fitness testing contracts for special populations, sport organizations, and corporate clients;
• Maintaining accurate assessment documentation and testing records;
• Monitoring the fitness area, including walk-throughs and completion of required statistics recording, and organization, minor equipment repair, and risk assessment checks;
• Completing appropriate forms, bookings and responding to inquiries about MacEwan Centre for Sport & Wellness;
• Assisting with complaints and concerns while referring clients to policies and procedures of the Centre;
• Responding to any security issues or emergency situations as outlined in the policies and procedures manual;
• Administering First Aid, CPR, AED and Oxygen when required;
• Assisting with setting up equipment for fitness classes and programming; and
• Assisting with the training and orientation of Fitness Area staff and practicum students.

Skills

You will have:

• Knowledge of exercise science and program design to conduct assessments and develop safe, effective exercise prescriptions aligned with Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) standards;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse clients and deliver clear instruction in individual and group settings;
• The ability to instruct group fitness classes and deliver structured programming safely and effectively;
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills to assess risk, modify programs, and respond to safety or emergency situations;
• Strong organization and time management skills to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities; and
• The ability to work independently while consistently following policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2-year diploma in physical education, kinesiology or other health related fields.
• Certified as a Personal Trainer with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CPT) or the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT).
• Current certification in Intermediate First Aid, CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), Oxygen Administration.
• Certification in group fitness instruction such as Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) or CanFit-Pro.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Requirements

• This position is on campus only.
• The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost.

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact [e-mail] and we will support you to the best of our ability.

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