HealthFitness has an exciting new entry-level opportunity for a temporary, full-time (approximately 40 hours per week for up to 3 months) HEALTH FITNESS SPECIALIST within our client's corporate fitness program located in MINNETONKA, MINNESOTA! In this position, you will be responsible for providing exercise floor supervision, interacting with members and program participants, and delivering health and fitness programs and services, promotions and outreach activities. This role is responsible for providing outstanding service to members & program participants to maximize participation, outcomes and customer satisfaction. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.

• Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.

• Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions. 

• Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.

• Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.

• Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.  

• Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.

• Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.

• Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program and equipment orientations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.).
• A minimum of one year of prior fitness and wellness industry experience or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Current CPR/AED certification from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.

PREFERRED:

• Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
• Experience instructing group exercise classes (step, hi/lo, spin, kickboxing, zumba, yoga, etc.).
• Industry recognized Group Exercise certifications.
• Personal Training certification from ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA or NASM.
• Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.

HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business.  EOE/AA. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Age/Disability/Veteran

Trustmark is pleased to have earned recognition from the Chicago Tribune as a Chicago Top Workplaces 2020 Award winner.

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Required Skills Required Experience

High School diploma and 1-3 years of work experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.