Coordinator, Personal and Group Fitness, Faculty of Kinesiology

Position Overview

The Department of Health and Wellness in the Faculty of Kinesiology, is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Coordinator, Health and Wellness.

The Health and Wellness unit offers a wide range of programs and services to support individuals in the attainment of an improved quality of life and optimal health.  Programs and facilities in this area include fitness centres, group fitness, adapted and rehabilitative programming, and personal and group training.  Facilities and programming are available to students, faculty and staff, and the general public. The area is led by a team of health professionals that include Certified Exercise Physiologists and Kinesiologists.

The Group Fitness Class program offers a variety of 30-40 sections/term of instructor-lead group exercise classes.

The Personal Training programs offer a number of different services, including personal and group training, fitness assessment and counselling, delivered by part-time certified instructors.

TrymGym is a comprehensive group training and educational program designed to help participants make healthy modifications to their lifestyle in a supportive environment.

This position reports to the Manager, Health and Wellness.  This position is based on a Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day work week though there will be times when overtime is required on weekends or evenings.  Peak periods run September to April with planning ongoing throughout the year.

This position may involve moderate physical demands in relation to exercise demonstration and client interaction.

This position is responsible for coordinating the operations related to the Personal and Group Fitness Programs (which include one-on-one, small group, team training; TrymGym programs; and Group Fitness programs). Generally, this includes: scheduling and programming classes; assisting the Manager, Health and Wellness with hiring and training qualified staff; staff/program evaluations; customer service; teaching and instructing classes/training sessions; and day to day operations of the programs – all while operating within and being accountable to program area budgets.

The position holds responsibility in the coordination and supervision of approximately 40 personal trainers and instructors, as well as practicum students. The incumbent represents the University of Calgary Health and Wellness programs, the Faculty, and the Active living portfolio when conducting business within the University and in the community.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• University degree in Kinesiology or related program
• Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C and cardiac defibrillator certification
• Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology - Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification in good standing
• Other exercise and fitness certifications an asset
• 5 years’ supervisory experience in a similar position.
• Experience supervising and motivating an effective team.
• Skill in analyzing performance and evaluating outcomes and results.
• Demonstrated program development and evaluation methodologies.
• Experience with occupational testing (PARE, APREP, COPAT) is an asset.
• Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to negotiate difficult situations and to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders.
• Experience in facilitating presentations is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications / Requirements:

Operational

• Coordinate and supervise the Personal and Group Fitness Program areas.
• Direct the delivery of the Personal and Group Fitness Programs, ensuring a consistent and high standard.
• Planning, development, scheduling, programming and marketing of the programs.
• Assist in hiring, supervising, training & scheduling of part-time personal trainers and instructors.
• Provide regular professional development opportunities for staff and volunteers.
• Undertake on-going learning and personal development.
• Teach and instruct personal and group training sessions.
• Conduct fitness consultations and assessments following CSEP protocols.
• Give consent on all exercise programs/modifications conducted by Certified Personal Trainers and sign off on all Positive Par Q within the scope of practice of a CEP.
• Ensure accurate and up to date records of clients; ensuring record keeping for Risk Management and within scope of practice.
• Ensure safe upkeep of related program equipment.

Client Services

• Assist Client Services in the processing and intake of new clients.
• Communicate regularly and thoroughly with the Manager, Health and Wellness.
• Develop and maintain key relationships between staff, trainers and all client groups.
• Develop and maintain solid relationships with Active Living staff and experts.

Financial

• Collaborates with the Manager, Health & Wellness to develop and maintain balanced budgets.

Application Deadline:  January 09, 2022

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase II.

To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Kinesiology visit Careers in the Faculty of Kinesiology.

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About the University of Calgary

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