Resistance Trainer / Personal Trainer - Jobs in Lower Sackville, NS

Job Description

Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for a casual position of Resistance Trainer / Personal Trainer for the Sackville Sports Stadium with Recreation Programming, Parks & Recreation. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.Under the direction of the Client Services Coordinator and the Fitness Centre Specialist, the Resistance Trainer / Personal Trainer for the Sackville Sports Stadium is primarily responsible for ensuring the Fitness Centre is member ready in a welcoming, safe, clean, and organized environment and determines the safest and most effective program activities for members.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide friendly, quality customer service to both internal and external clients.
• Remain up-to-date on all information regarding policies, procedures, and programs, including information communicated through email by other departments.
• Respond to member concerns. Resolve customer concerns or complaints within scope of responsibility. Channel concerns to appropriate person. Follow up on concerns.
• Assess the needs of clients in respect to their health, abilities, fitness goals, interests etc.
• Design safe training routines to meet client’s needs within the scope of practice.
• Assist, encourage, and educate clients on how to use the fitness equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Take up opportunities and show commitment to what they want to achieve.
• Check in members to ensure they have a valid membership.
• Keep current on trends relevant to fitness, personal training.
• Aware at all times of the activity in the Fitness Centre and ensuring all policies and procedures are being followed by members.
• Work as a team member ensuring the Fitness Centre is member ready (welcoming, safe, clean, organized environment).
• Ensure Fitness Centre is tidy, clean, and safe. Complete all cleaning duties, check operation and mechanics of equipment, and report any damaged equipment or safety issues.
• Book Fitness Centre consultation appointments and place reminder calls regarding appointments as needed.
• Dispense items from First Aid Kit and keep inventory.
• Complete incident, medical and emergency forms as required.
• Communicate and participate in special events and promotions.
• Other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience

• Must have completed Grade 12 or the equivalent and have current Resistance Leader Trainer or Personal Training Certification, CPR C / AED.
• Must have previous experience as Personal Trainer / Resistance Trainer.
• Two (2) years previous Customer Service experience.

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong customer service skills with knowledge of communications, public relations and customer service principles.
• Thorough knowledge of training techniques, motivation techniques and safety practices.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; organize and manage time effectively, work effectively in a team environment or independently.
• Attend annual conferences to receive continuing education credits for industry standards.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.Please note : Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion. Interviews, testing, and in-person recruitment activities are being conducted in adherence with current COVID-19 Public Health protocols.COMPETENCIES: Communication, Customer Service, Flexibility, Organization & Planning, Teamwork & Cooperation, Stress Management, Valuing DiversityWORK STATUS: Causal, Part TimeHOURS OF WORK: 15-25 hours per weekSALARY: Hourly Wage: Specialized Instructor Level 1 – $18.60; Personal Training Wage: Specialized Program Instructor Level 4 – $34.60WORK LOCATION: Sackville Sports Stadium, 409 Glendale Dr, Lower Sackville, NS B4C 2T6.CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on Thursday, November 24, 2022.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.Quick Apply

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