About The Organization: Inspire others and change lives through your energy and passion for fitness and well-being. Make a transformational impact on people's health engagement. Join our group of entrepreneurial professionals and become part of a fun and winning team! Aquila is an award-winning on-site health and fitness management company which was recognized as one of the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private U.S. companies. For over two decades, Aquila has been providing innovating programming and results-oriented fitness and wellness management to Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and private corporate establishments.
EOE Statement:
Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Description:
Aquila's full-time Human Performance Specialist assists in overseeing fitness center programs, assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. The location for this position is in Charlottesville, VA.
The pay for this postion is $58,000 annually with a 40 hours work week, plus company benefits. There may be some weekend hours. Work shifts are usually 8 or 10 hours.
At Aquila, we want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us. You will enjoy all of the following benefits at Aquila:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and Disability coverage
Two weeks paid vacation and paid sick leave
All site holidays paid
Tuition reimbursement
Continuing education reimbursements
Service bonuses
Commuter pre-tax benefits
Fitness retailers discount programs
401k plan with company match
Responsibilities include:
Act as liaison on-site with Aquila's client contact
Make recommendations and assist in the formulation of fitness center policies and plans
Supervise and monitor exercise participants, perform exercise assessments, and exercise prescription
Teach group fitness movement classes
Conduct personal fitness training sessions with members of fitness center
Assist with selection and supervision of group fitness instructors when needed
Prepare reports as needed regarding the fitness center operations
Supervise exercise areas
Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques
Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
Aid members - spotting and equipment usage & explain all equipment
Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
Adhere to client's policies and procedures
Attend staff meetings
Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
Perform daily administrative duties
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Promotion or closely related area OR Active NCCA accredited National Fitness Certification - (ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM, NCSF, NCCPT or AFAA)
Active Nutrition certification (can be obtained within 90 days of hire)
Active CPR/BLS certification
Active accredited fitness certification (can be obtained within 90 days of hire. Aquila will cover up to $500 of the cost of certification)
1 or more years fitness experience
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends
Skills required:
Strong organizational and managerial skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Customer service oriented
Computer knowledge: Microsoft Office Products & Network Internet
Modern principles and practices of organization, administration, budget, and management
Acts with a sense of urgency
Excellent communication, organizational and management skills
Detail oriented, punctual and motivating
All candidates must be able to complete a criminal background check.
