Fitness Specialist (As-Needed)

AQUILA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Commuter pre-tax benefits

Fitness retailers discount programs

No weekend or holiday work

Job summary

Aquila's Fitness Specialist (As-Needed) role is a part-time position to provide coverage at our corporate fitness center in Arlington, VA. Shifts run weekdays with no weekends, and compensation is $24.04/hour.

Responsibilities include supervising exercise areas, educating members on safe techniques, conducting assessments, and ensuring equipment safety and cleanliness. Benefits include paid sick leave and commuter pre-tax perks.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Knowledge of fitness training

Customer service

Organized

Motivating/enthusiastic

Positive attitude

Punctual

Dependable

Knowledgeable

Creative

Continuous improvement

Education

B.S. in Kinesiology/Exercise Science

Active NCCA accredited certification

Active CPR certification

0-1 year supervision experience

Job description

About the Organization Inspire others and change lives through your energy and passion for fitness and well-being. Make a transformational impact on people's health engagement. Join our group of entrepreneurial professionals and become part of a fun and winning team!

Aquila is an award-winning on-site health and fitness management company which was recognized as one of the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private U.S. companies. For over two decades, Aquila has been providing innovating programming and results-oriented fitness and wellness management to Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and private corporate establishments.

EOE Statement 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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Close Date

Full-Time/Part-Time On-Call

Description

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.

Location Arlington, VA

Position Requirements

Security Clearance Ability to pass a federal security clearance check

Shift -not applicable-

This position is currently accepting applications.

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