Fitness & Wellness Specialist (Part-Time)

Orland Park Health & Fitness Center; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary membership for you and a

Job summary

Orland Park Health & Fitness Center is seeking a part-time Fitness Specialist to supervise the fitness floor, conduct assessments, and guide members toward their goals with personalized exercise recommendations.

Responsibilities include scheduling assessments, delivering results, and promoting services. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in a health field, CPR/AED, and strong interpersonal skills; NCCA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related, exercise science, kinesiology, or physical education major required.
• Prior part-time work experience or internship in fitness preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire (provided by Power Wellness).
• Nationally recognized NCCA-accredited certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with members positively.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide fitness floor supervision and basic exercise instruction for members and guests.
• Screen health history information and coordinate medical clearance as applicable.
• Schedule and perform fitness assessments, orientations, and follow-ups per protocol.
• Explain assessment results and give exercise guidelines and program recommendations.
• Respond to medical emergencies with AED and first aid, complete incident reports.
• Promote and sell ancillary services including personal training and wellness coaching.
• Maintain knowledge of events and activities within the center.
• Conduct facility rounds every 30-60 minutes, monitor pools and locker rooms.
• Perform opening and closing procedures as scheduled.
• Maintain cleanliness and report/ remove equipment needing repair.
• May conduct strength and conditioning group classes within scope of certification.
• Lift up to 45 pounds.
• Flexible to center hours and scheduling appointments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field

Job description

Orland Park Health & Fitness Center is seeking a part-time Fitness Specialist to supervise the fitness floor, conduct assessments, and guide members toward their goals with personalized exercise recommendations.

Responsibilities include scheduling assessments, delivering results, and promoting services. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in a health field, CPR/AED, and strong interpersonal skills; NCCA certification is preferred.