POSITION TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
FITNESS CENTRE COORDINATOR
RECREATION AND FACILITIES SERVICES
November 2015
RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (WMC/WTA)
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting the Recreation Program Coordinator in providing a safe and pleasant environment for all members using the fitness facilities / active living programs at the Woolwich Memorial Centre, including
Fitness Centre supervision, personal training, equipment maintenance and cleaning, membership growth and retention, employee supervision and scheduling.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
Facilitate inclusive, multi-generational fitness and active living programs for WMC members, and residents of the Township of Woolwich. Assist in fitness programming updates (schedule, classes, changes, announcements, etc.) Teach group fitness classes as required.
Confirm that clients have completed the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q developed by
Health Canada)
Act as a point of contact – Tours, programming, partners and general inquiries. Schedule clients for fitness related orientations, new member consults, personal training appointments
Assist with events/workshops, Fitness Centre promotion and advertising (including Personal Training,
Membership specials, etc ), relating to health, fitness, and well-being
Supervise activities within the fitness facilities during posted supervised hours, watch for unsafe activity in order to prevent injuries or accidents and instruct members on proper fitness techniques and the use of all equipment
Ensure compliance with Canadian Fitness Safety Standards, and other Federal, Provincial and Municipal Acts,
Legislations and Policies.
Promote membership sales and retention, to include partnership development (including, but not limited to
Corporate partnerships).
Ensure the site, equipment and supplies are appropriate to the activity. Assists with the development and implementation of a preventative maintenance and inspection program for fitness equipment.
Assist with membership reports/statistics
Assist with purchasing of supplies and equipment as required, within the parameters of the budget and
Purchasing Policy
Perform other duties as required.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates with Recreation staff to identify facility / program needs and special events requirements.
Ensure that staff works safely according to the requirements of the Township and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, to improve safety standards and risk management policies and procedures.
Ensure an environment that provides exceptional customer service.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Education and Experience
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College diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion preferred
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Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) or
CSEP - CEP certification required
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At least one year prior experience in a Fitness and Health environment
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Standard First Aid /CPR required
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CALA, WaterART or YMCA Aqua Fitness Certification preferred
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Ontario Fitness Council recognized Fitness Certification preferred
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Ability to teach a variety of group fitness classes an asset
The Work Requires:
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Team player with strong organizational, communication, presentation, problem solving and conflict resolution skills with a demonstrated ability to provide excellence in customer service.
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Ability to determine daily priorities and multi-task as required.
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Knowledge of aspects of fitness, wellness and basic training principles, fitness theory: skeletal, muscular, neurological, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems and components of a workout from warm-up, cardiovascular and resistance training to cool-down
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Ability to supervise staff, provide training, set schedules and delegate tasks.
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The ability to work with minimal supervision.
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Working knowledge of computer software programs
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Able to demonstrate ongoing professional development and knowledge of best practices in the fitness field
 Valid Class G driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle
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Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Check
Working Conditions
Busy conditions with frequent interruptions
Daytime, evening and weekend shifts as required by program and usage
Rate of Pay
Permanent part time position to a weekly maximum of 24 hours / week
$15.73 / hour