Fitness Attendant

_**King is Hiring **_
Fitness Attendant ( **Part-Time, Seasonal)**

King Township is an idyllic countryside community of communities, proud of its rural, cultural, and agricultural heritage. We are respected for treasuring nature, encouraging a responsible economy, and celebrating our vibrant quality of life. As an organization, we are focused on providing superior customer service, quality programs and services, progressive leadership, responsible management, and staff that is empowered to achieve personal and organizational excellence in the delivery of municipal services.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Active Living & Aquatics, the Fitness Attendant is responsible for the following:

- Supervision of participants to ensure they are exercising in an environment that is safe and pleasant. This includes high levels of customer service to assist patrons with any questions, comments, or concerns.
- Conduct detailed tours of the fitness facility that outlines the centre’s various features and offerings (equipment, spaces, classes) and educate patrons with their various membership options.
- Maintain a high level of visibility for patrons at all times.
- Ensure the fitness centre is kept organized at all times to maintain a clean and safe environment for patrons.
- Proper diffusion of escalated or emergency situations as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.
- Perform various administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner (i.e., attendance, creation of marketing material, incident reports).
- Ensure health and safety/departmental policies and procedures of the facility are followed by staff and participants.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all participants, citizens of the public and township staff.
- Deal courteously and effectively with the general public, staff, and other departments.
- Staff will follow and practice the HIGH FIVE® - Principles of Healthy Child Development (Participation, Play, Mastery,

Friends, and Caring Adult).
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The successful applicant will possess:

- At least six months of experience in a Fitness / Customer Service-related position
- Currently enrolled or working towards a post-secondary degree in Kinesiology or Fitness Diploma or related program.
- Personal Training Certification (CanFit Pro, ACSM, CPTN, NSCA or equivalent) is considered an asset.
- Valid First Aid, CPR-C and WHIMS certification/training
- HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational skills (both oral and written) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, participants, and the general public.
- Exceptional customer service provided through interactions with a diverse population.
- A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate with other departmental staff.
- Required to submit a vulnerable sector screening to the Town.

**Salary Range: $17.50-$20.00/Hour**
- We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be notified._
- Personal information (PI) is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used to facilitate the hiring and recruitment process. Personal information (PI) will be protected in accordance with Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). _ _Questions about the collection of personal information (PI) should be directed to the Human Resources Department, 2585 King Road, King City, L7B 1A1 or (905) 833-5321._
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Integrated Accessibility Standards _ _Regulation 191/11 (IASR), and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Township of King will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform_ _Township Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation._

**Job Types**: Part-time, Seasonal

**Salary**: $17.50-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Are you currently enrolled or working towards a post-secondary degree in Kinesiology or Fitness Diploma or related program?

Licence/Certification:

- Personal Training Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-25