Assistant Fitness Coordinator (Limited Term)

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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

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The City of Bellevues Parks & Community Services Department is seeking a highly skilled experienced fitness professional to assist with the coordination of fitness and recreation programs at South Bellevue Community Center. The successful candidate will bring a collaborative and dynamic approach to serving our diverse community as we advance our mission: through partnerships and exceptional customer service the South Bellevue Community Center provides inclusive opportunities for recreation fitness education and celebrations to build a healthy community.

The Assistant Fitness Coordinators role involves supporting the Fitness Supervisor and overseeing the daily operations of the fitness center and programs at South Bellevue Community Center located in Eastgate Park. This includes assisting with hiring training coaching and evaluating part-time staff supporting contracted fitness program providers evaluating program activities driving engagement in the fitness center and programs providing excellent customer service and supporting effective marketing.

The South Bellevue Community Center is a 33000 sf facility featuring a fitness center dance studio two full gymnasiums two classrooms banquet room indoor climbing wall and challenge course and ziplines. Programs are focused on active lifestyles health and wellness which are balanced with a variety of general recreation programs and events.

At the City of Bellevue this position is part of the Parks & Community Services team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table embrace the values of honesty accountability and commitment to service and take pride in the work they do. This position will work in an environment of innovation collaboration and future focus.

This position is a 40-hour work week and requires availability on Sunday through Thursday with both day and evening hours to meet the programming needs of South Bellevue Community Center.

• Implement fitness related activities and support the community centers operation:
  • Lead the daily operation of the SBCC Fitness Center with an emphasis on professionalism efficiency cleanliness exceptional customer service which meet and exceed the City of Bellevue and Fitness Industry Standards.
  • Assist in hiring training coaching and evaluating part-time seasonal variable staff. Maintain positive relationships with full and part time staff and contracted instructors and personal trainers.
  • Assist with developing and implementing policies and procedures associated with the fitness center and program operations safety cleanliness preventative maintenance and equipment replacement.
  • Assist with overall community center and program coverage as needed during scheduled and unscheduled staff time-off.
  • Contribute to a positive workplace culture by demonstrating collaborative engagement with coworkers contractors and partners and through proactive planning and communication with appropriate stakeholders.
• Implement fitness programming:
  • Develop plan promote implement review and evaluate a wide range of fitness and wellness programs.
  • Assist with establishing a culture of innovation through data collection and analysis staying up to date on industry trends and participating in continuing education to maintain required certifications.
  • Teach fitness classes or provide instruction for programming as schedule allows.
  • Collect data to analyze program success: track revenue expenditures participation numbers retention rates and program satisfaction.
  • Assist with implementation of the equipment replacement plan.
• Support fitness-related marketing efforts for South Bellevue Community Center and special city-wide fitness initiatives and events:
  • Develop creative marketing presentations and promotional materials to attract new participants and underrepresented populations. Create social media content digital and print signage and support programmatic marketing efforts.
  • Assist with implementing and tracking actions and goals in the SBCC Marketing Plan.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• The Assistant Fitness Coordinator works under the supervision of the South Bellevue Community Center Fitness Supervisor
• The position assists with the supervision of 4-7 part-time and seasonal staff.
• The position assists in managing relationships with and supporting contract fitness instructors and personal trainers.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of human anatomy exercise science and fitness and wellness best practices.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations.
• Knowledge of project management including planning scheduling monitoring and problem solving.
• Ability to relate and work with a diverse population with varied needs and interests demonstrating skills in conflict resolution and customer service.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to ambiguous situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; second language proficiency encouraged.
• Ability to supervise the work of staff including coordinating assigning monitoring and evaluating work; hiring training motivating and disciplining staff.
• Ability to develop analyze prepare and reports develop schedules surveys and correspondence.
• Knowledge of databases spreadsheets registration and schedule programs utilized by the City.

Education Experience and Other Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors degree in health physical education recreation Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Two or more years of professional experience in fitness/wellness programming and instruction customer service and supervision.
• Or any equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
• Current first aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Current nationally recognized Fitness Certification (NCCA accreditation).
• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus.
• May be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderate to high depending upon the activity.
• Work may routinely require the employee to climb balance bend stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl.
• The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions.
• Work schedule can vary and include early mornings nights weekends and Holidays including City of Bellevue Programming on July 4^th.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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