Fitness Specialist Job at Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management, Washington DC

a1RXWXpSMjdVODhZS0pPdE0rQndNcjRpR1E9PQ==
  • Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Aquila's Fitness Specialist (full-time) assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. The base salary for this position is $24.04/hour which is $50,000 annually. This is an in-person position Monday-Friday located within Washington, DC. Candidates should be able to work shifts from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on alternating days as scheduled.

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
  • Conduct personal fitness training sessions
  • Teach group fitness classes
  • Provide to membership weight loss based nutrition counseling and counseling regarding learning basic lifestyle changes or health coaching
  • 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 clients policies and procedures
  • Attend staff meetings
  • Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
  • Perform daily administrative duties

Qualifications:

  • Associate's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or Health Promotion or Related Field
  • Active NCCA accredited National Fitness Certification - (ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM, NCSF, NCCPT or AFAA or any other that is NCCA accredited)
  • Certification in Nutrition Counseling or nutrtion major/minor formal education a plus
  • Minimum of 4 years experience in fitness assessments and training, personal coaching, and similar activities.
  • Certified in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) for the Professional Rescuer; or equivalent
  • Must be a U.S. citizen as this is a government client location
  • Able to work full time, 5 days a week, in person, Monday-Friday

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 Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

Similar Jobs

Confidential

Weekend Team Lead Job at Confidential

 ...natural leader with a knack for coordination, meeting deadlines and a passion for delivering exceptional service? Were looking for a Weekend Team Lead to oversee our dispatchers, customer service representatives, and booking jobs during our weekend operations. This is... 

Addison Group

Senior Backend Software Engineer Job at Addison Group

Job Title: Senior Backend Software EngineerLocation: RemoteEmployment Type: ContractPay Rate : $60-65hrThe RoleWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in transforming a core financial product.Key Responsibilities:Lead the development, testing... 

Ivy Tech Community College

Adjunct Faculty - Psychology Job at Ivy Tech Community College

 ...appropriate to area of instruction, A qualified faculty member in psychology is one who has an earned masters or higher degree, from a...  ...accredited institution, in psychology, educational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social psychology. Ivy... 

University of Miami

Research Assistant 1 (A) Job at University of Miami

 ...The Research Assistant 1 (A) contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established...  ...lifestyle interventions. The role is part-time (hourly) with remote work, in-person presence at the Miller School of Medicine at... 

Nurse First

Travel Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator Job at Nurse First

Job Description Nurse First is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: Oncology ~ Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: ASAP ~ Duration: 13 weeks ~40 hours per week ~ Shift...