Fitness Team Lead - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Job Title: Fitness Team LeadRequisition #: 997130Position Class: AD05 Administrative Support VJob Type: Limited Term till 3/31/2023 (35 hours per week)Location: MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CAAbout MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuutina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.About Cougars Athletics and RecreationAs one of eight (8) areas within the division of Student Affairs and Campus Life, Cougars Athletics and Recreation (CAR) is focused on actively creating, promoting and sustaining an environment in which the MRU community is challenged and supported in pursuit of personal growth in the areas of Athletics and Recreation. Our goals are to inspire our community to live well by being leaders within the recreation field and to achieve varsity athletics success by inspiring a high-performance culture.Through collaboration, we strategically partner with our students and community to enhance learning and experiences. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment by appreciating our similarities and differences, advocating for a safe and caring campus and educating ourselves and others through openness, curiosity and listening. In our leader, leader model we value innovation that leads to change.Our “Permission to Play” guiding principles form the backbone of our department and serve to strengthen our work culture. We commit to TEAMWORK by maximizing our impact through collaboration. We maintain INTEGRITY by being true to our work. We have FUN working and playing in a creative and innovate way. We pursue PERSONAL GROWTH through development and learning experiences. We show RESPECT by caring for our people and place.About the RoleThe Fitness Centre Team Lead is a member of Cougars Athletics and Recreation which actively creates, promotes, and sustains an environment in which the Mount Royal University community is challenged and supported in pursuit of personal growth in the areas of Athletics and Recreation.Reporting to the Fitness and Customer Experience Supervisor, the Team Lead is an integral member of the programs and services team. The team is driven by their why: to inspire people to move so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We invite and welcome people to show up as their authentic selves; we develop people in ways that matter most to them; we build communities that connect people to what brings them joy; we create accessible and inclusive spaces, places, and programs; and we establish relationships that foster a sense of belonging.The Fitness Centre Team Lead assists with ensuring a safe, accessible and inclusive physical environment in various fitness spaces and assists in the delivery of personal training services. This position is also responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of virtual fitness and wellness program content.ResponsibilitiesPersonal Training Service Delivery (40%)

• Schedule, observe, and mentor personal training practicum students.
• Assist with the day to day and ongoing functions of Personal Training services including: respond to inquiries, matching trainers to customer needs, tracking visits, and reconciling personal training invoices.
• Assist in the planning, development, coordination and administration of small group training sessions.
• Assist with determining benchmarking data for program evaluation and improvement.

Fitness Centre Operations (40%)

• Assist with the day to day operations of the Fitness Centre including: staff training and onboarding, staff scheduling, record keeping, maintaining/cleaning equipment, risk management, active supervision, dealing with difficult customers and supervision of student staff.
• Work collaboratively with Supervisor and Coordinator to maximize customer experiences in the Fitness Centre and assist in the development of systems, policies and procedures that foster access, inclusion, and enjoyment in all spaces.
• Facilitate a culture that resolves concerns and closes the feedback loop in a timely fashion in accordance with appropriate compliance, policies and procedures.

Virtual Fitness Programming (20%)

• Assist in the design and delivery of virtual fitness and wellness content that inspires people to move so that they can be the best version of themselves.
• Engage with campus stakeholders (Healthy Campus Team, Students Association, faculties, Personal Fitness Trainer Programs, etc) to plan and create virtual content.

Qualifications

• Passion and energy to inspire people to move so that they can be the best verion of themselves.

• Minimum of 18-24 months of relevant experience in a similar environment (e.g fitness centre/gym)

• CSEP-CPT (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology - Certified Personal Trainer or equivalent.
• Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR Certification
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and work as a member of the team
• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring others.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Computer/technical proficiency in Microsoft and Google applications
• Ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ActiveNet or similar recreation registration and facility management software.

• Membership and active involvement in relevant professional organizations such as Fitness Alberta, Alberta Parks and Recreation Association, NIRSA, and/or other higher education associations.

What We OfferTalented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.Salary: $1864.67 - $2018.00Closing Date: September 19, 2022A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).Quick Apply

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