Fitness Manager
Position Summary:
Fitness Managers oversee the operation of wellness service offerings such as: Physical Fitness Assessments, Balance and Posture Assessments, Body Composition Tests, and Exercise Program Design. In addition to wellness services, Fitness Managers oversee fitness & wellness programs throughout the year. Finally, Fitness Managers are responsible for preventative maintenance of equipment.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- All fitness specific duties that fall under the position of Fitness Managers
- Assists professional staff with hiring, training, and developing Fitness Managers during the processes of application review, interviewing, onboarding, and daily shifts.
- Be knowledgeable on available wellness services (EPD, PFA, Training, Group Ex., etc.)
- Assists professional staff with training of new Fitness Leaders by assisting with in-service agenda creation, staff training sessions, fitness floor checklists, and administration of pre/post-tests
- Attend and lead delegated segments in staff meetings
- Conduct Wellness Service Offerings
- Coordinates emergency procedures for the fitness area
- Motivate and delegate assignments and tasks to fellow fitness staff
- Provide building tours and equipment orientation tours as requested
- Enforces SRWC policies while maintaining professionalism
- Report incidents to professional staff accordingly
- Displays proficiency in the operation of basic computer skills as well as CSI, Brightspace, and Connect2, Microsoft Office software
- Conducts special programming events
- Assume all other duties and projects assigned
Qualifications:
Must be an eligible full-time or part-time student at The University of Akron for the duration of the semester in which you are employed.
- Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and will obtain a BLS certification if needed.
- Knowledge of Student Recreation and Wellness Services general policies and procedures, including both the fitness floor and wellness suite services (EPD, PFA, Training, Group Ex., etc.)
- Demonstrated knowledge proper equipment usage and exercise techniques
- Must possess the following qualities:
- Leadership (modeling, delegation, inclusive, etc.)
- Approachable and professional
- Strong interpersonal skills (listening & conflict resolution)
- Team Player
All University of Akron student employees must meet the designated minimum standards as stated on the Student Employment Eligibility Chart. UA student employees must be 18 years or older at the time of their start date. Any approved remote work conducted by student employees MUST be performed within the state of Ohio.