Fitness Specialist (Part-time, as needed)

Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 22,500 - 27,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Commuter pre‑tax benefits

Fitness retailers discount programs

Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

Job summary

Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management is seeking a part-time Fitness Specialist to assist members with safe exercise techniques and perform various administrative duties. This role requires a B.S. in Kinesiology or related fields, along with an active fitness certification and CPR. The Fitness Specialist will supervise exercise areas and conduct assessments to identify member needs.

Flexible Monday to Friday schedule with a pay rate of $25/hour. Benefits include paid sick leave and commuter pre-tax benefits.

Qualifications

• 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 ACSM guidelines.
• Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis.
• 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.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events.
• Perform daily administrative duties.

Skills

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

Education

B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or in related health/fitness field

Active NCCA accredited national fitness certification

Active CPR certification

Job description

Aquila's Fitness Specialist (part-time) assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in a health/fitness center. This is a part time as needed position. Work days may be any day between Monday-Friday. No weekend hours. Pay rate is $25/hour.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Commuter pre‑tax benefits
• Fitness retailers discount programs
• Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

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 clients 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 complete a background check.