Fitness Attendant

Barrington Park District•Barrington, IL

2d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitness Attendant is a part-time, exempt position, under the direct supervision of the Health and Fitness Manager. The Fitness Attendant is responsible for the supervision of the Fitness Center members using the strength and aerobic equipment. The Fitness Attendant needs to provide encouragement and a positive attitude towards participants as they progress in their exercise program. The Fitness Attendant needs to be flexible and be able to execute various tasks simultaneously in the Fitness Center. Safely manage the second floor while programs are in session including, dance, fitness, jazzercise and dance classes. Enforce expected Fitness Center etiquette and behavior with patrons. Maintain and reference the necessary forms and schedules, including daily events on the Fitness calendar, daily traffic reports, class rosters and group fitness schedule.

Requirements

Must be trained in the proper use of all Barrington Park District strength and aerobic equipment in the Fitness Center
Current Red Cross first aid, CPR and AED certifications within 3 months of hire
Uphold safety and risk management strategies in support of and compliance with Park District policies, procedures, ordinances and practices
Familiarity with and effective implementation of the Employee Safety Manual, Emergency Response Plan, and Crisis Management Plan
Respond to first aid or medical emergencies and situations
Attend professional, educational and safety trainings
Assist with emergency procedures and building evacuation
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment when performing duties, based on job tasks
Correct unsafe conditions and report them to supervisor
Promptly report hazardous conditions, accidents and injuries to supervisor
Complete incident/accident report forms and promptly forward them to supervisor
Wear a Barrington Park District ID at all times
Regularly required to sit, talk, see and hear
Frequently required to use hands to handle equipment
Occasionally required to stand, squat, bend over, walk and reach with hands and arms
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and over 30 pounds with assistance
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
The employee must have the ability to spend 60% of work time at computer terminal
Employee should be able to maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
Possess the ability to work well with the general public, parents, peers and park district employees
Employee must work effectively under deadlines in a variety of environments and elements
Employee must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work
Employee must be able to function in a sometimes fast and ambiguous environment
Must be able to process sensitive and stressful situations and develop and execute a professional response plan
Employee must be able to focus on job-related tasks without being distracted by personal devices; including, cell phones, tablets, laptops, books or using the park district computers for personal reasons.
May be exposed to chemicals and cleaning materials
Indoor environmental conditions will include lighting, temperature and loud noises
Must be able to respond to and handle behaviors in a positive appropriate manner
Employee must have the ability to follow directions
Employee must have good verbal communications skills
Employee must possess time management and organization skills to effectively perform the job
Employee must have the ability to make judgments with respect to confidential information and problem solving
Employee must use good safety awareness and judgment in all aspects of the position

Nice To Haves

Previous fitness experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Greet members as they enter the Fitness Center
Check members into the Fitness Center and classes
Make regular rounds of the Fitness Floor, locker rooms and studios to check for trash and anything out of order
Supervise Fitness Center members on the use of the strength and aerobic equipment
Conduct fitness center tours for new members and explain and demonstrate basic equipment usage
Provide information for potential new members and complete the registration process
Follow laundry service procedures
Complete the assigned equipment cleaning and maintenance checklist procedures during every shift
Maintain a neat and orderly facility
Assist Personal Trainers if help is needed with RecTrac or in an emergency
Perform any other duties, as assigned by Health and Fitness Manager
Attend all mandatory staff meetings and trainings