Exercise Specialist II

EXERCISE SPECIALIST II

SPORT AND WELLNESS, CAMPUS SERVICES

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Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week)

MSU Band E (Steps 1-8): $ $45.672 per hour. $57,168 - $83,122 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).

January 4, 2026

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

MacEwan University is seeking a Exercise Specialist II for a full-time continuing opportunity with our Sport and Wellness department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Fitness Centre and Programs, you will design and deliver health and fitness assessments, and exercise programs, in addition to performing class instruction and facility monitoring.

Key responsibilities include:

• Executing comprehensive fitness and health assessments and counseling sessions;
• Organizing, developing and administering specialized testing contracts for special populations (including those that require medical clearance), sport organizations and corporate clients;
• Designing, instructing and monitoring individualized exercise programs with clients;
• Preparing and instructing a variety of group fitness classes;
• Acting as a liaison with the appropriate medical personnel when clients have medical concerns (i.e., physician, physiotherapist);
• Monitoring the fitness area and completing risk assessments, equipment cleaning, organizing, and minor repairs;
• Booking guest appointments and competing applicable paperwork and processes;
• Responding to inquiries, complaints and concerns;
• Responding to any security issues or emergency situations, administering First Aid, CPR, AED and O2 as appropriate; and
• Assisting with the setup of fitness classes equipment.

You will have:

• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work with a diverse group of clients;
• Problem solving skills;
• Organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to work independently;
• Strong presentation skills;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, like word, publisher, and excel; and
• Knowledge of exercise program development for diversified populations, including those with medical related conditions, fitness testing and the delivery of workshops.

• A minimum of an undergraduate degree in physical education, kinesiology or another health-related field.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience in a fitness area setting doing group or specialty class instruction.
• Certified in standard First Aid/CPR C, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and Oxygen Administration.
• Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) or Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS).
• Certification in Group Fitness Leadership through the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) or an equivalent certification, in Group Exercise, Resistance Training and Spin Instruction is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• The ability to work a flexible schedule, that may include evenings and weekends.
• The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost.

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

• Competitive base pay
• Generous vacation time
• Secure pension plan
• Flexible benefits package
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth