Certified Fitness Instructor

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

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About The Position

March Wellness & Fitness center offers health and fitness programs, based in science, that are designed to strengthen and nurture all aspects of your daily life – no matter what your state of health or stage of life – in a safe, supportive and motivating environment. Our emphasis is on helping you live a full and engaging life. March wellness & fitness center can support you in achieving wellness goals whether they include improving flexibility, managing a chronic illness, training for a marathon, or recovery from surgery. We believe that all of us can change for the better and that change can happen at any time in your life. The purpose of the fitness instructor (relief) position is to support the development and delivery of fitness programs and to provide instruction and leadership to group exercise classes. Provide a safe, enriching environment, and build relationships with members. Instruct members on proper exercise techniques.

Requirements

• Hold and maintain a NCCA accredited certification in the format taught, such as American Council on Exercise (ACE), Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA), or American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) fitness certification; Some positions may require additional certification
• Prior aerobic instruction and/or dance experience
• BLS HeartCode or CPR/AED Certification required.
• Experience providing strength training, cardiovascular, and flexibility training principles and techniques.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to communicate to members and staff in a courteous, friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to project and promote a healthy image.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, be flexible and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 80 pounds essential.

Nice To Haves

• BS in exercise science or related field.
• Two years experience in the fitness industry.
• Certification in specific formats
• BLS HeartCode and First Aid certification

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of group exercise classes.
• Greet members by name.
• Evaluate, correct, and instruct members on proper exercise techniques.
• Proactively provide appropriate direction to members performing dangerous or harmful exercises.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for members.
• Demonstrate knowledge, ability and implementation of all polices and procedure related to the Fitness operations.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assist in planning, coordination, presentation and promotion of programs, classes, and events.
• Design and lead special programs as necessary.
• Respond to all emergencies

Benefits

• Medical and Dental and other insurance benefits when working hours are met. Eligible family members, including domestic partners, may be enrolled in the plans as well.
• Retirement: You will be eligible to participate in our voluntary savings plan upon hire. You will also be able to participate on the first day of the month following six full months of employment in either the University Pension Plan (UPP) or the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Accounts represent a convenient, cost effective way to manage dependent and health care expenses. Through payroll deductions, you may use pre-tax dollars to defray costs related to care for your children and/or parents as well as to address those health care expenses otherwise not eligible for reimbursement under any other plan.
• Employee Tuition Benefits: OHSU encourages your continued professional development and, to that end, provides tuition subsidies, as specified in the plan, for coursework at any college or university in the Oregon University System, Portland Community College or OHSU.
• Professional Development: As an AFSCME represented employee you have access to free professional development resources through the Career and Workplace Enhancement (CWE) Center. These resources include classroom training, reimbursement for professional development activities, career and conflict coaching, online tools and more.
• Parking and Alternative Transportation: OHSU provides a discount on annual TriMet/Max/C-Tran pass. The rate for monthly parking at the OHSU varies by lot location. Parking availability may also vary by location. Learn more here - MyCommute

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees