Sports & Fitness Attendant

Salvation Army Careers•Salem, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sports & Fitness Attendant oversees members and guests participating in fitness and sports programs at The Kroc Center in Salem, Oregon. The role supports safety, cleanliness, and customer service in the fitness area, gymnasium, Rockwall, organized sports activities, and other assigned spaces, including meeting rooms and the natatorium. The attendant leads sports programs for different age groups, supervises youth and adults in organized activities, and helps create a positive environment for participants, parents, and staff. The attendant provides basic fitness equipment orientations and tours, operates the fitness desk point-of-sale system to sell available products and services, and is trained to safely belay Rockwall climbers. The role also includes maintaining equipment and cleaning schedules, completing required paperwork, responding to emergencies, and performing other tasks assigned by the Sports and Fitness Coordinator. This is a part-time, non-exempt position scheduled for 29 hours per week at $15.55 per hour.

Requirements

Experience in customer service, facility cleanliness, and sound judgment.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification; the employee is responsible for keeping certifications current.
Effective understanding of sports and fitness principles, methods, and instruction.
Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and health.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and fill in for coworkers as the schedule requires.
Ability to follow directives from the designated supervisor.
Basic knowledge of sports and fitness equipment and a good understanding of fitness, weight, and cardio equipment, including proper use and instruction.
Ability to interact positively and professionally with coworkers and the public in accordance with The Salvation Army Mission Statement.
Ability to cultivate teamwork, work with minimal supervision, and work in a team setting with other professionals.
Good judgment and comfort working with members and guests from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
Ability to initiate a code blue emergency call or respond to an emergency.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to push, pull, and move heavy equipment infrequently using appropriate tools and safety equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks without diminished performance.
Ability to bend, squat, twist, and stand as required by the position.
Ability to demonstrate appropriate form when using fitness-facility equipment, including cardiovascular equipment, select weights, free weights, and pulley systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to pass a criminal history information check; a conviction does not automatically preclude employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with fitness, sports, and/or recreation is desired.
A coaching certification or a degree in a related fitness or sports field is helpful.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow Salvation Army and Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center policies and procedures.
Plan and implement sports and fitness programs in accordance with the organizations’ vision and policies.
Coordinate culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities.
Supervise youth and adults to support their health, safety, and positive experience.
Maintain a friendly, customer-service-oriented attitude and create an inviting, fun environment for the community.
Follow and maintain the Fitness Area and Rockwall cleaning schedule.
Communicate with parents and maintain positive relationships with them.
Maintain sports equipment, report equipment issues to the supervisor, and return equipment to proper storage spaces.
Safely belay members and guests using the Rockwall.
Provide basic fitness equipment orientations and tours to members and guests.
Sell and upsell products and services offered at the fitness desk, including supplements, personal training, and programmed classes.
Conduct and provide smart start tests for members and guests.
Try to schedule appointments for trainers to provide free consultations.
Arrive on time and prepared for work shifts and class sessions.
Complete all necessary paperwork.
Refer questions, concerns, and complaints to the Sports and Fitness Coordinator or another designated supervisor.
Follow written and oral communications and instructions from the Sports and Fitness Coordinator or other designated supervisors.
Initiate an emergency call or emergency care as appropriate, including calling 911 when necessary.
Complete additional duties as assigned by the Sports and Fitness Coordinator.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy when handling private or confidential information.