Fitness Centre Consultant – Part Time

Experience it – Ajax!

The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax’s rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Fitness Centre Consultant – Part Time

The Town of Ajax is seeking an energetic and motivated Fitness Centre Consultant to work various shifts (days/evenings/weekends) throughout the week. Reporting to the Fitness Coordinator, the Fitness Centre Consultant is accountable for overseeing the Fitness & Health Centre, providing a safe and welcoming environment consisting of exceptional customer service, exercise guidance, mini-clinics, and health-related knowledge to fitness members and drop-in customers.

Fitness Centre Consultants also have the opportunity to provide Personal Training and Fitness Appraisal services in addition to their scheduled hours.

Key Duties

• Provides advice and assistance on exercise technique, program design, and equipment use.
• Provides tours of the facilities for potential fitness members.
• Educates the public on issues of fitness and active lifestyles.
• Creates an environment where participants strive to participate fully, perform their best, and learn new skills.
• Acts as a positive role model for members and co-workers.
• Responds to customers on a daily basis in person and occasionally by phone.
• Interacts with the public on a regular basis and promotes Town programs to customers.
• Listens to feedback from customers and responds in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
• Monitors membership cards and pay-go customers, ensuring payment was received and membership cards are current.
• Oversees the cleaning and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Monitors safety in fitness facilities and addresses/reports safety concerns.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Administers First Aid in accordance with the highest level of certification.

Qualifications/Skills

• College diploma in health and fitness related studies.
• Minimum of one year fitness centre training experience.
• Can-Fit-Pro/CPTN/NSCA/ACSM personal training certification is required.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR C.
• Extensive knowledge of exercise prescription, coaching, and strength training principles.
• Organization, time management, and planning skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains an active lifestyle.
• An energetic personality and a passion to motivate others to live an active lifestyle.
• Self-motivated to pursue Professional Development Credits via workshops, conferences, and self-reading to maintain knowledge and expertise on current exercise techniques, methodology, and research.
• Required to maintain a valid fitness certification by completing continuing education courses (CECs/PDCs) annually where required by the certifying body.
• Able to provide a current Criminal Reference Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) that is satisfactory to the Town (dated within last 6 months).

Nice to Have

• CSEP – Certified Personal Trainer or Clinical Exercise Physiologist designation is preferred.

What is Offered to Staff

• Rate of Pay: $27.64 – $30.05 per hour (under review).
• Hours of Work: This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, various shifts between 5:45 a.m. – 10:45 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, various shifts between 6:45 a.m. – 9:15 p.m., and some holidays.
• Town Perks: The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Service Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership, and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension).

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please go to the Town of Ajax website at www.ajax.ca/careers. The closing date for this position is 11:59 p.m. on November 21, 2024.

We would like to thank all applicants; however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted, and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral, and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. The Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy, staff training, and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources of any accommodation you may require during the process.