Exercise Specialist I - Sport and Wellness, Campus Services

Competition Number: 26.11.277
Category: Casual (less than 35 hours per week)
Salary: MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $28.501 - $41.449 per hour.
Closing Date: The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for casual opportunity with our Sport and Wellness department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Fitness Centre and Programming, you will be responsible for designing and delivering health and fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, programs and facility monitoring with the overall goal of meeting the health and wellness needs of all patrons of the Centre, including students, athletes, staff, faculty, and public clientele.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive fitness and health assessments and provide individualized exercise counselling in accordance with Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology guidelines;
• Developing and implementing personalized exercise prescriptions aligned with client goals, abilities and medical considerations;
• Organizing, administering, and monitoring specialized fitness testing contracts for special populations, sport organizations, and corporate clients;
• Maintaining accurate assessment documentation and testing records;
• Monitoring the fitness area, including walk-throughs and completion of required statistics recording, and organization, minor equipment repair, and risk assessment checks;
• Completing appropriate forms, bookings and responding to inquiries about MacEwan Centre for Sport & Wellness;
• Assisting with complaints and concerns while referring clients to policies and procedures of the Centre;
• Responding to any security issues or emergency situations as outlined in the policies and procedures manual;
• Administering First Aid, CPR, AED and Oxygen when required;
• Assisting with setting up equipment for fitness classes and programming; and
• Assisting with the training and orientation of Fitness Area staff and practicum students.

Skills

You will have:

• Knowledge of exercise science and program design to conduct assessments and develop safe, effective exercise prescriptions aligned with Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) standards;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse clients and deliver clear instruction in individual and group settings;
• The ability to instruct group fitness classes and deliver structured programming safely and effectively;
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills to assess risk, modify programs, and respond to safety or emergency situations;
• Strong organization and time management skills to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities; and
• The ability to work independently while consistently following policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2-year diploma in physical education, kinesiology or other health related fields.
• Certified as a Personal Trainer with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CPT) or the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT).
• Current certification in Intermediate First Aid, CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), Oxygen Administration.
• Certification in group fitness instruction such as Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) or CanFit-Pro.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Requirements

• This position is on campus only.
• The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost.

Benefits

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.

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This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.