Health and Fitness Specialist

Company: Aquila - On-Site Health & Fitness Management
Location: Arlington
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Aquila's full-time Health and Fitness Specialist assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center.

This position requires full vaccination against COVID-19, or a valid religious or medical exemption for COVID-19 vaccination. Aquila Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodation requests will be considered.

At Aquila, we want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us. You will enjoy all of the following benefits at Aquila:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and Disability coverage
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Continuing education reimbursements
Performance bonuses
Commuter pre-tax benefits
Fitness retailers discount programs
401k plan with company match
Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

Responsibilities include:
Supervise exercise areas
Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques
Teach group exercise classes
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 client's policies and procedures
Attend staff meetings
Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
Perform daily administrative duties

Requirements
This position requires full vaccination against COVID-19, or a valid religious or medical exemption for COVID-19 vaccination. Aquila Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodation requests will be considered.

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), or willing to obtain one within 90 days of hire
Active CPR certification
0-1 years 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.

Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.

EOE Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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