Fitness Specialist

Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management; Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and Disability coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Continuing education reimbursements

401k plan with company match

Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend

Job summary

Aquila's Fitness Specialist role is a hands-on position in our health and fitness center located in Cape May, New Jersey. You will perform technical exercise duties and handle administrative tasks, including assessments, training sessions, nutrition guidance, and program documentation in a 40-hour, in-person workweek.

The position starts December 2026. Applicants must hold an active NCCA-accredited certification (ACE, NASM, NCCPT, NCSF, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA), CPR, and prefer a B.S.

Qualifications

• Active NCCA accredited fitness certification is required.
• B.S. in Exercise Physiology or related field preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• U.S. citizenship required for federal agency.
• 0-1 years supervising adults during exercises.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness assessments to determine baseline fitness levels.
• Lead fitness training sessions, including cardio, strength, flexibility, and endurance.
• Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance to support goals.
• Monitor and evaluate performance, provide feedback and adjustments.
• Maintain records of attendance, assessments, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with client contacts to integrate training into programs.
• Stay updated on fitness trends and best practices.

Skills

Fitness principles

Customer service

Organized

Motivating

Punctual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology

CPR certification

Job description

Aquila's Fitness Specialist performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center.

The salary for this position is $25.50-$28.50/hour, depending on credentials and experience. The work week is 40 hours. The start date for the position will be December 2026. Candidates must be available to work in person Monday-Friday - 8 hour shifts sometime between 6 am and 5 pm.

Company benefits for this position:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and Disability coverage
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education reimbursements
• 401k plan with company match
• Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct fitness assessments to determine the baseline fitness levels of population
• Lead fitness training sessions, including cardiovascular exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and endurance workouts.
• Provide guidance on proper nutrition and lifestyle habits to support overall health and fitness goals
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of population during fitness training sessions, providing feedback and adjustments as necessary
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, fitness assessments, and program outcomes
• Collaborate with client contacts to ensure the seamless integration of fitness training into the overall program curriculum
• Stay updated on current fitness trends, research, and best practices to continually improve the effectiveness of the fitness training program
• Provide daily routine cleanliness, inventory, and storage of exercise equipment used by the population
• Supervise exercise areas
• Aid members - spotting and equipment usage
• 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:

• Active NCCA accredited fitness certification (ACE, NASM, NCCPT, NCSF, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA) - required
• B.S. in Exercise Physiology or in related health/fitness field (preferred)
• CPR certification - required
• U.S. citizenship required as this is a federal agency
• 0-1 years experience in supervising adults during exercises

Skills required:

• Knowledge of fitness training principles
• Customer service oriented
• Physically fit
• Organized
• Motivating, confident, and enthusiastic
• Punctual
• Dependable
• Knowledgeable
• Creative

All candidates must be able to complete a background check and a federal security clearance check.

Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.

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