Fitness Specialist

Aquila's Fitness Specialist performs a wide range of technical fitness, exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. Pay Rate: $25.50-$28.50/hour, depending on credentials and experience. Work Hours: 40 hours/week - 8 hour shifts sometime between 6 am and 5 pm. Start date: summer 2026 Location: Fully in-person - Cape May, NJ Company Benefits For This Position Medical, dental, and vision coverageLife and Disability coveragePaid vacation and sick timePaid holidaysTuition reimbursementContinuing education reimbursementsPerformance bonusesCommuter pre-tax benefitsFitness retailers discount programs401k plan with company match Responsibilities Include Conduct fitness assessments to determine the baseline fitness levels of populationLead fitness training sessions, including cardiovascular exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and endurance workouts.Provide guidance on proper nutrition and lifestyle habits to support overall health and fitness goalsMonitor and evaluate the performance of population during fitness training sessions, providing feedback and adjustments as necessaryMaintain accurate records of attendance, fitness assessments, and program outcomesCollaborate with client contacts to ensure the seamless integration of fitness training into the overall program curriculumStay updated on current fitness trends, research, and best practices to continually improve the effectiveness of the fitness training program Provide daily routine cleanliness, inventory, and storage of exercise equipment used by the populationSupervise exercise areasAid population with spotting and equipment usageAdhere to departmental and club policies and proceduresAdhere to client's policies and proceduresAttend staff meetingsAssist in wellness and fitness promotions and external eventsPerform daily administrative dutiesAny other responsibility as assigned Qualifications Active NCCA accredited fitness certification (ACE, NASM, NCCPT, NCSF, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA) - requiredB.S. in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or in related health/fitness field (preferred)CPR certification - requiredU.S. citizenship required as this is a federal agency0-1 years experience in supervising adults during exercises Skills Required Excellent verbal communication skillsKnowledge of fitness training principlesCustomer service orientedPhysically fitOrganizedMotivating, confident, and enthusiasticPositive attitudePunctualDependableKnowledgeableCreativeMaintain a desire for continual improvement