Fitness Coach - Evenings and Weekends

City of Fishers•Fishers, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fishers Community Center is hiring Fitness Coaches to promote health and wellness and help members use fitness equipment safely and effectively. Coaches lead orientations, tailor guidance to participants’ abilities and physical limitations, and encourage members to pursue their wellness goals. The role also involves member follow-up, customer service, maintaining a clean and safe fitness environment, and responding to emergencies. Training will be provided. The position works weekday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and/or weekends. It is based at the Fishers Community Center, a 105,000-square-foot facility with a fitness floor, studios, gyms, pools, and other amenities. The position includes a free Community Center membership.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of experience in the fitness industry.
Availability to work weekday evenings (5 p.m.–9 p.m.) and/or weekends.
Knowledge of exercise science, training principles, and general fitness equipment operation.
Ability to implement effective workout programs for people with varied fitness levels.
Ability to solve problems collaboratively and maintain positive, productive working relationships with members, employees, and the public.
Adult CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, or ability to obtain them within the first 60 days.
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and background noise.

Responsibilities

Lead member orientation sessions on proper and safe equipment use.
Tailor sessions to participants’ abilities and physical limitations and help them work toward health and wellness goals.
Contact members by phone for follow-up appointments and retention practices.
Provide feedback, encouragement, reevaluations, additional orientations, and motivation to support regular exercise.
Enforce safety guidelines, inspect the environment, and promptly report maintenance issues.
Help ensure patron safety and take charge in emergencies when necessary.
Act as a first responder, provide immediate assistance, administer first aid or CPR as needed, and follow emergency protocols.
Report accidents and emergencies promptly and complete accident reports as necessary.
Provide customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Solicit participant feedback to improve programs and services.
Clean the workspace and fitness equipment regularly.
Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.