Recreation Supervisor - Fitness

VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICTVernon Hills, IL
$50,000 - $62,500Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Supervisor – Fitness oversees the implementation and supervision of Group Exercise Instructors, Personal Trainers and programs for the Park District-Lakeview Fitness Center. Collaborates with the Assistant Facility Manager to assist in membership administration. This position will require the employee to work varying hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation, exercise science, kinesiology, health/wellness, physical education, or a closely related field is preferred with two years of experience in a position with similar responsibilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted (4 years combined education/experience).
  • CPRP certification is required, when eligible, based on NRPA experience requirements.
  • CPR/AED certification or be willing to complete CPR/AED training within the first 60 days of employment required.
  • If offered the position, the applicant will be required to complete the Park District’s Employment Application and successfully pass a physical examination, drug screening, and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to represent the Park District professionally

Responsibilities

  • Plan, design, implement, and evaluate session-based fitness programs to increase membership and participation in fitness operations.
  • Oversee personal training process.
  • Verify personal training sales, ensure client management, and monitor personal training redemption against payroll.
  • Coordinate Fitness Challenge promotions.
  • Solicit donations, purchase supplies, and facilitate awards for the program.
  • Research and develop new Fitness Challenge ideas.
  • Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and training of new hires; supervise, and evaluate part-time staff, including conducting staff meetings as needed; conduct annual written evaluations and regular trainings.
  • Serve as program instructor or provide instructional coverage by filling in for assigned programs and activities as needed to ensure continuity of services.
  • Work with Park District SRA liaison to ensure inclusivity in Park District general programming.
  • Prepare and monitor annual budgets and track revenue and expenses for areas of responsibility.
  • Conduct regular program and event evaluations and implement improvements based on feedback.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing Department to strategically market programs and events including to develop and proof promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, press releases, and social media content.
  • Responsible for the implementation and administration of contractual agreements with performers and program providers.
  • Act as liaison between the Park District and community partners during events.
  • Design, execute, and evaluate programming based on participant needs solicited from the community through surveys participation in community outreach programs.
  • Manage staff schedules and process bi-weekly payroll for supervised staff.
  • Address patron feedback, coworker communication and resolve issues promptly to maintain a positive experience.
  • Must have ability to deal with people and children under stressful situations.
  • Participate in professional development, including workshops, committees, and conferences.
  • Support Park District initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Maintain working knowledge of District and departmental safety rules.
  • Attend required safety meetings and in-service trainings.
  • Follow the Risk Management Manual, Emergency Response Plan, and OSHA compliance policies.
  • Ensure Emergency Operation Plan and Safety Checklist are completed before each event.
  • Apply common sense and follow verbal, written, or diagrammed instructions.
  • Solve problems with several concrete variables.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Read, write, and organize materials.
  • Possess time management and organizational skills to effectively perform his/her job.
  • Follow directions - oral and written.
  • Demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement.

Benefits

  • Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $62,500.00 Salary/year
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