Fitness Coordinator

About the Role

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.

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.

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.

Responsibilities

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.

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the YMCA’s policies.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.