Exercise Specialist
About The Position
Plus One, part of Optum’s Workplace Well-being portfolio, is seeking a part-time Exercise Specialist for a high-profile company fitness center in Minneapolis/Bloomington, Minnesota. The role supports healthy lifestyle habits by providing personalized fitness consultations, progressive exercise programming, equipment guidance, and education about health, fitness, and wellness services. The position is scheduled Tuesdays and Thursdays, with shifts ending at 9 p.m. Plus One delivers fitness and well-being services across a range of industries, including fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching, and health promotion. The organization emphasizes personal connections, hospitality, empathy, and an engaging approach to helping people adopt healthier lifestyles. The hourly pay range is $17 to $25, with compensation determined by factors including local labor markets, education, experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and organizational needs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, and some listed benefits are available only to full-time team members. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field, or a NCCA-accredited personal training certification.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
- Industry knowledge of exercise testing and assessment, and exercise prescription and program design.
- Ability to operate various fitness tools and equipment.
- Ability to network, engage, and interact with clients, guests, and members.
- Competence with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ongoing fitness consultations, including movement screens, needs analyses, and goal setting, and recommend appropriate fitness programming and complementary wellness services.
- Develop comprehensive, progressive fitness programs to support and motivate participants and provide a positive overall experience.
- Monitor, engage, and instruct participants on the safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength-training equipment.
- Educate participants on clinically proven health and fitness information, available fitness and engagement programming, and complementary wellness services.
- Complete internal development courses through a learning management platform.
- Provide high-quality service to maintain a positive customer and client experience.
Benefits
- Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
- Life insurance for team members, spouses, and dependents
- Short- and long-term disability plans
- Accident and critical illness insurance
- Transportation and parking plans
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Wellness rewards program
- Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
- 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
- Entertainment and consumer discounts
- Inclusion and Belonging Council
- Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
- Discounted certifications through industry-leading agencies
- Free CPR/AED certifications
- Free continuing education courses and credits
- Employee Referral Reward program
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Job Type
Part-time
