Fitness Specialist Job Description
Fitness Specialist Duties & Responsibilities
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Fitness Specialist Qualifications
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Licensing or Certifications for Fitness Specialist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, AED, AFAA, NASM, CPT, PT, CES
Education for Fitness Specialist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the fitness specialist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Exercise Science, Health, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Health Education, Education, Physiology, Sports Management
Skills for Fitness Specialist
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Fitness Specialist Examples
Fitness Specialist Job Description
- Completing administration tasks
- Creating and administering educational presentations and campus outreach
- Monitoring special events & programs
- Must be able to give tours of the fitness center
- Must possess the ability to work independently and with initiative
- Must be able to assist the Fitness Center and Fitness Manager with special projects
- Must be able to sit, stand, stoop kneel, push, shove, lift, carry and move objects that can weigh up to 45 pounds
- Must remain positive under stressful conditions and hectic work conditions
- Must be able to evaluate the needs of new and existing clients
- Must be able to create exercise programs
- Personal Training industry certification from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA, or NASM is preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in the fitness industry preferred
- NCCA-accredited certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, IFTA, NESTA, etc) is a plus
- Group Fitness experience is a plus (yoga, zumba, kickboxing, spinning)
- Current CPR/AED certifications preferred but required within 30 days of employment
- Experience instructing group exercise classes (step, hi/lo, spin, kickboxing, zumba, yoga, ) a plus
Fitness Specialist Job Description
- Must be able to instruct and assist individuals and groups on the proper use of cardiovascular and strength training equipment
- Must maintain a high level of knowledge and use of cardio and strength training equipment
- Must be knowledgeable about training programs and plans
- Must be comfortable personal training clients
- Must understand the needs and desires of senior/active adult lifestyles
- Supervise and monitor exercise participants
- Perform fitness assessments, determine exercise prescriptions, and design workout programs for a diverse population, including a variety of high risk clientele
- Provide one-on-one consulting, training and motivation
- Design & Implement of incentive, health promotion, and other specialty programs
- Instruct of group exercise classes
- Experience instructing group exercise classes (step, hi/lo, spin, kickboxing, Zumba, Yoga, ) is strongly preferred
- Experience instructing group exercise classes (step, hi/lo, spin, kickboxing, Zumba, yYga, ) is strongly preferred
- Minimum 1 year experience in health and fitness related experience
- Experience instructing group exercise classes (step, hi/lo, spin, kickboxing, zumba, yoga, ) is required
- Assists in the development of targeted communication plans for members and corporate wide initiatives through digital, printed, and web based communication vehicles
- Applies basic knowledge of policies, processes, industry practices, systems and / or equipment as it relates to fitness and recreation solutions
Fitness Specialist Job Description
- Delegated authority to assume full responsibility for the Fitness Program in the absence of the Assistant Director, Fitness
- Serve as a mentor and role model to student and non-student hourly staff in relation to performance expectations, professional development, and student staff development/leadership
- Embrace and apply the tenants of a team model with student and career staff to sustain an inclusive and trusting working environment
- Membership on one standing Campus Recreation department committee and participate on or assume a leadership role on Division of Student Affairs committees, projects, activities, and events
- Develop and maintain collaborative, supportive, and professional relationships within the Department, Division, and University
- Support colleagues and actively contribute to a collegial work environment by demonstrating diplomacy and tact
- Demonstrate active engagement with and support of diversity of individuals, opinions and perspectives
- Demonstrate active engagement with and support of the department Mission, Vision, and Values
- Develop assessment tools to evaluate area services, programs, events, and customer satisfaction in alignment with Department Assessment Plan
- Participate in professional development through department, Division of Student Affairs, University programs, workshops, or external opportunities
- One year of relevant experience developing individual and group fitness/recreation programs
- Bachelor's degree in Health, Fitness, Exercise Science or related area required or 4 additional years of directly related work experience in Health and Fitness in lieu of a degree
- Indoor rock climbing experience preferred
- Nationally recognized personal training certification & exercise science degree recommended
- Flexible hours to build clientele
- Minimum of one year’s experience in the fitness or exercise industry required
Fitness Specialist Job Description
- Collaborate with Assistant Director, Fitness to provide inclusive programs and services to underrepresented populations
- Oversee operations, inspection, risk management, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of the Student Recreation Center Mat Room, Personal Training Assessment Rooms, Massage Therapy Suite, and Moby Aerobics Studio
- Formulate/implement facility operations policies and processes to ensure the safety of patrons utilizing those areas
- Responsible for procuring equipment and supplies, inventory management and inspection of area-specific items in those spaces critical to the delivery of programs in those spaces
- Collaborate with Facility Scheduling/Event Management Coordinator for facility reservations, groups, camps, and special events
- Manage Personal Training, Dance/Martial Arts, and Massage Therapy Program equipment/supplies inventory for sustainable re-supply to meet user needs
- Identify and resolve safety/risk management concerns in Personal Training, Dance/Martial Arts, and Massage Therapy Program areas
- Research fitness, personal training, dance & martial arts, and massage therapy products and consult with vendors to compare quality and pricing, make selection decisions, and work with CSU Purchasing to acquire products and equipment for program operations/delivery
- Submit facility requests to Facility Scheduling/Event Management Coordinator for delivery of Personal Training, Dance/Martial Arts, and Massage Therapy Program offerings within established timelines, policies, and procedures
- Submit marketing requests to Communications Manager within established timelines, policies, and procedures
- Able to demonstrate completion of basic CPR and/or 1st Aid training (preferred but not required)
- Supports communication and promotion of wellness programs
- Experience working in a fitness facility is preferred
- Health and fitness certification(s) a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field of study preferred
- At least 3 years’ experience (with degree) or 5 years’ experience (with Cert IV) as a personal trainer including experience in designing and implementing personal fitness regimens
Fitness Specialist Job Description
- Collaborate with Assistant Director, Fitness in annual review of area policy manuals
- Develop annual area and individual goals and professional work plan
- Maintain current certifications in American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer, Automatic External Defibrillator, and First Aid (American Red Cross Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers is an approved substitute)
- Maintain NCCA accredited personal training certification (ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NSCA, NASM)
- Report Personal Training, Dance/Martial Arts, and Massage Therapy Program participants’ violations of policies and behavioral issues and recommend resolution of participant conduct issues to Assistant Director, Fitness
- Plan, develop, schedule, implement, and evaluate the Personal Fitness Trainer Course
- Other duties as assigned by Assistant Director, Fitness
- Develop, revise and implement assigned programs' policies and procedures
- Submits monthly report providing statistics on participation, revenue, expenses, and areas of improvement for designated program
- Conducts scheduling, registration and execution of designated program
- Must be able to obtain a NV1 secret Department of Defence Security clearance or a Secret (US) security clearance
- Certificate IV in Fitness
- Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, current industry trends and standards
- Ability to analyse client needs and deliver appropriate assistance
- Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships and work collaboratively with other service providers
- Knowledge of principles of exercise physiology and functionality of relevant fitness equipment