Fitness Center Specialist

Metropolitan Community College
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
Dec 10, 2024
Position Type: Full-Time Class Category Classified Staff Job Open Date 12/03/2024 Job Close Date 01/05/2025 Open Until Filled No Initial Screen Date: 01/08/2025 Minimal Qualifications: Associate degree (A.S., A.A.) or two-year technical certificate in Physical Education or related area; 1 year training or recreation related experience. Minimum Education Qualification can be substituted with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Preferred qualifications: Bachelors degree. Experience working Physical Education or related area. Work Hours Normally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, may be required to work other shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs. Compensation The annual salary is $35,810-$39,003. A competitive benefit package is included. Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: Cover letter, resume, and transcripts are required and must be attached to the online application in order to receive any consideration. Interviews will be conducted by a hiring committee. Class Summary Typical Essential Duties Conducts aerobic, weight training, and other exercise classes; ensures that patrons perform exercises in an accurate and safe manner Coordinates exercise and class schedules, and tracks attendance. Performs minor maintenance on and cleans fitness equipment and machines. Performs clerical duties, to include performing data entry, record keeping, processing payments and deposits, and stocking supplies. Knowledge Knowledge of fitness center equipment and machines; Knowledge of biomechanics principles; Knowledge of physical and mechanical range of motion principles; Knowledge of exercise science principles and theories; Knowledge of customer service principles; Skills Skilled in providing customer service; Skilled in developing exercise programs for clients; Skilled in evaluating the physical fitness of individuals; Skilled in cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment and machines; Skilled in using a computer and related software applications; Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information. Positions Supervised Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require: climbing, crouching, grasping, hearing, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Licensing Requirements