Recreation Aide-Fitness
About The Position
The Fitness Recreation Aide supervises fitness areas and provides adult and youth orientations, answers general fitness-related questions, monitors participants while they exercise, and keeps the fitness center and equipment clean. The aide also performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor on duty. This role supports facility operations, recreation programs, and city-wide activities while providing professional customer service to the public. The City of Richmond Heights is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required; additional pre-employment testing may be required for certain positions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Understanding of physical education, health, anatomy, and exercise physiology.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays as required.
- CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
- A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required; additional pre-employment testing may be required for certain positions.
Nice To Haves
- Some college education is preferred.
- One year of cumulative fitness experience as a student athlete, fitness center attendant, or equivalent is preferred.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Understand and enforce facility-use rules and regulations and emergency procedures.
- Perform opening and closing procedures efficiently and orderly.
- Provide professional customer service to the general public.
- Maintain the fitness area and equipment in a clean, safe, and organized manner.
- Inform the supervisor of information regarding the physical facility, staff, and general public.
- Assist with recreation programs as needed.
- Perform special projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.
- Assist other departments with implementing city-wide activities.
- Provide adult and youth fitness orientations, answer general fitness-related questions, and monitor participants while they work out.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Creative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
