Fitness Leader

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Department:

Wellness & Events

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Fitness Leader assists RecFit in the operations and maintenance of the university's fitness center with the primary objective of safety and inclusivity for the members and staff.

To achieve this objective, the fitness leader is required to: Actively monitor the members within the fitness center, responsibly manage all safety hazards, inform members about programs and activities, provide guidance and instruction pertaining to exercise form and equipment, and enforce all fitness center policies. The fitness leader is also responsible for preventative maintenance and cleaning of the fitness facility and equipment, which includes dry mopping the group exercise studios, wiping down equipment and railings, sweeping/vacuuming the floors, and organizing the equipment. During each shift, the fitness leader is expected to promote well-being and inclusivity by acknowledging and interacting with the members, as well as reporting inappropriate language and/or behavior.

Essential Functions:

• Actively monitoring the facility and ensuring safety of all members.

• Enforcement of Fitness Center Policies and safety requirements.

• Offering members assistance and guidance with exercise activities and use of the equipment.

• Providing excellent customer service to the members, which includes providing information about RecFit programs and services.

• Cleaning and performing preventive maintenance on fitness equipment and facility.

• Creating an inclusive environment for the AU Community and its members.

Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the willingness to explain and enforce all the fitness center policies in a way that still helps people feel as if they belong and are welcomed.

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, especially regarding various cleaning tasks and facility safety responsibilities.

• Attention to detail and an eye for safety. First Aid and CPR skills a plus.

• Hardworking and enthusiastic personality that is looking to develop their leadership skills.

• Eager to help others improve their wellbeing and develop life-long healthy habits

• Responsible - Never leave members unsupervised.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 5 hours per week.

• Shifts are typically hours each.

Salary Range:

• $17.95 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• The Fitness Leader is required to be able to lift pieces of equipment that weigh 45 lbs.

• The Fitness Leader must be able to remain present on the gym floor at all times and enforce the fitness center policies as well as provide information and customer service to members.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• The Fitness Leader position is open to both FWS and non-FWS candidates.

• The Fitness Leader must be enrolled in classes at the start of the semester.

• The Fitness Leader must complete onboarding before starting work and participate in all mandatory staff trainings during the semester.

• We are seeking candidates that are interested helping others enhance and manage their well-being by working in the Recreational Sports & Fitness Department.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Current American University Employees

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