Fitness Specialist
Fitness Specialist
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Job Description
The main purpose of the position is to create a safe and seamless environment for members andvisitors. It entails coordinating fitness programs and monitoring of facility members and guests. Coordinating special eventsprograms and other facility related duties. Responsible for assisting with facility safety and maintenance and supporting dailyoperations including assisting with the business office processes and procedures. Incorporates a customer-oriented philosophyinto the mission and ensures all levels of staff are involved in implementing that philosophy.
Duties:
- Collects fitness data and enters the results in the computer. Develops appropriate exercise prescription and reviews results of fitness data. Assists client and members with workouts and proper use of equipment.
- May be assigned to troubleshoot facility maintenance needs; assists in administrating security/emergency procedures.
- Daily maintains and monitors the facility including all equipment locker rooms general areas swimming pool and all exercise areas for safety cleanliness esthetics etc. Regular checking and restocking of products supplies etc.
- Recommends develops and updates policy procedures for security program development evaluation identification of equipment and facility needs. Report hazards and accidents following safety procedures. Is attentive to potential health and safety risks. Monitors environment making recommendations to improving safe facility practices.
- Greets employees and public promptly and in a courteous and positive manner. Strives to understand needs of guests and responds appropriately. Handles difficult guests tactfully; always remains positive even though customer may be upset. Responds to members with empathy and positive interpersonal skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Please attach academic transcripts for high school or higher education.
Required Education:High School diploma or GED AND
- 1 year of experience working in a fitness wellness or health club
Skills:
- Knowledge of fitness testing protocols and fitness testing equipment
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and exercise principles
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and public
Certifications: None
Working Conditions:
- Physical:
- Ability to lift and carry 50lb over short distances.
- Must be able to move with haste for extended amounts of time pull or push objects with upper and lower body and reach above head or stoop down.
- Environmental:
- Health club environments including office hospitality aquatic sports fitness and mechanical area spaces. Physical stress exposure (hot cold windy dirty or loud climate).
- Flexible schedule including early mornings evenings weekends and holidays as needed
Department Preferences: Bachelors degree in an exercise/health related field CPR and First Aide certifications fitness instructor certifications Lifeguarding etc.
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.
Required Attachments
Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
