Fitness Coordinator

• Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the
• lives of children in your community. Working at the YMCA you’ll discover more than
• a job – you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.

WHY WORK FOR THE Y

• The Y is a dynamic and diverse human service organization committed to nurturing
• the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social
• responsibility. The Y is a team effort, right down to our members. The care and
• concern we show for our members is our success gauge. In order to maintain our
• success, we must recruit and hire the best employees in the area. The Y commits
• itself to doing so by providing our employees competitive wages, benefits and
• opportunities for advancement through our training programs and internal
• promotions.

OUR CULTURE

• Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to
• live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every
• day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong
• and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We
• are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
• We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
• We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our
• community stronger beginning with you.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Under the supervision of the Regional Fitness Director the Fitness Coordinator will
• assist in all aspects of fitness programs (personal training & group fitness) to
• include hiring and supervision of Personal Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors.
• This position will schedule group fitness classes and coordinate trainers schedules to
• meet the needs and demands of the membership. This position will be responsible
• for leading and coaching their staff team in the delivery of an outstanding member
• experience. This position’s time is split between instructing, training, and
• administrative work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the YMCA’s policies.
• Responsibilities include assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Support the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
• Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Assist in supervising, training and scheduling of group exercise staff and personal trainers
• Oversee the implementation of the daily operations of the Group Exercise Personal Training program.
• Work with the Regional Fitness Director to execute MOSSA Launches when new releases are made.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the communication between staff and leadership.
• Assist in planning and conducting staff meetings. Attend all staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Act as a leader in emergency situations. Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Action Plan. Ensure all members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow branch Emergency Action Plan).
• Will play an active role in the center annual giving campaign. This includes recruiting volunteers, securing pledges, and helping with events.
• Assist in organizing, planning, promoting and scheduling Fitness events and special programs.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of health, fitness and wellness programming.
• Manage personal trainers clients records
• Maintain group and water exercise attendance records.
• Communicate with the Regional Fitness Director regarding any trends.
• Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Fitness Department and Family Center operations to ensure an excellent member experience.
• Teach a specified number of classes per week or train a specified number of clients per week, as agreed upon with the Regional Fitness Director.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in related field; YMCA experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience.
• Nationally recognized ( ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, etc) fitness certifications required
• Certification of CPR/First Aid/AED/O2.
• Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Communication and Influence
• Developing Self and Others
• Engaging Community

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires a person of maturity and good judgment, who can independently manage defined territory
• Requires ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment, to assess facts and issues, and make non-routine decisions regarding day-to-day operational problems and issues
• Requires effective team-building and team leadership skills
• Must maintain cooperative, functional relationships with senior leadership team, peers, and subordinates
• Must maintain positive, energetic attitude toward YMCA work, goals, and values
• Performs the duties of direct reports as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Walk, stand, kneel, and stoop
• Maintain continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Must be able to lift, pull and move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications

BACKGROUND CHECKS

• An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet
• minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and
• reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child
• Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal
• background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in
• the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.