Exercise Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Exercise Specialist who is passionate about supporting healthy lifestyle habits to work at a high‑profile company’s fitness center located in Milwaukee, WI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing fitness consultations for participants, including movement screens, needs analyses and goal setting, to recommend appropriate fitness programming and complementary wellness services.
• Develop comprehensive progressive fitness programming to support and motivate participants and ensure a positive overall experience.
• Monitor, engage and instruct participants in the fitness center on the safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility and strength training equipment.
• Educate participants on clinically proven health and fitness information, available fitness and engagement programming, and complementary wellness services.
• Complete internal development courses through a learning management platform.
• Maintain a positive customer and client experience by providing the highest quality of service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field, or a NCCA‑accredited personal training certification.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Industry knowledge in exercise testing (assessments) and exercise prescription (program design), and ability to operate various fitness tools and equipment.
• Ability to network, engage and interact with all clients, guests and members.
• Competence with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

About Us

Plus One, part of the Optum Workplace Well‑being portfolio, provides fitness and well‑being services to clients across a broad range of industries, driving employee engagement in health and wellness programs. Services include fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching and health promotion. Our team believes the most effective way to help people adopt a healthier lifestyle is through personal connections infused with hospitality, empathy, and a lot of fun.

Benefits

• Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental and vision coverage plans
• 401(k) retirement & savings plan
• Life insurance (team member, spouse, and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability plans
• Accident & critical illness insurance
• Transportation and parking plans
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Wellness rewards program
• Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
• 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
• Entertainment and consumer discounts
• Inclusion and Belonging Council
• Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
• Discounted certifications through industry‑leading agencies
• Free CPR/AED certifications
• Free continuing education courses and credits
• Employee referral reward program

Pay

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $17 to $25, based on factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs.