Exercise Physiologist- Fitness Center

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking part-time personnel for its fitness operations in Hershey, PA. This role involves supervising the fitness environment, ensuring safety, and providing personalized exercise services to members and medically referred patients. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and conflict resolution skills, and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings. Join a dynamic team committed to promoting health and wellness in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about fitness and helping others achieve their goals, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field required.
• CPR/AED certification and NCCA accredited certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fitness center environment and member activities.
• Provide exercise services and consultations to clients.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Conflict Resolution Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology

Related field degree

Tools

CPR/AED certification

NCCA accredited industry certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State College of Medicine, University Fitness Center, in Hershey, PA, is seeking part-time (PRN) personnel to support its fitness operations. Duties include supervising the fitness center environment and member activities and maintaining a safe and secure environment for program and facility participants. This position may also be responsible for providing member and client exercise services including conducting functional capacity evaluations, establishing exercise prescriptions for members and medically referred patients, implementing personal training services, and providing exercise and lifestyle consultations.

The successful candidate must be a committed, reliable team player able to work under limited supervision. Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills and the ability to enforce policies are required.

Applicants must be available for weekend work, early morning and evening shifts. Other shifts may also be periodically available.

Suggested Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field
2. CPR/AED certification
3. NCCA accredited industry certification preferred

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:

1. Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
2. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
3. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.