Coordinator, Fitness Center
Job Summary
Assists with the daily operations of the Fitness Center and the Weight Room to ensure safety standards during assigned shifts by supporting staff and assisting members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with clerical duties, membership tracking, inventory management and data collection.
Teach fitness classes and provide fitness-related guidance to members and students.
Assist members with fitness assessments, goal setting, and individualized exercise programs.
Staff the front desk, handle membership inquiries, phone correspondence and provide student support.
Monitor the Weight Room to ensure the safety and well-being of members.
Support instructors with equipment, supplies, and logistics.
Open and/or close the Fitness Center following established procedures.
Participate in and support campus wellness initiatives and events.
Conduct orientation for new members on the safe and proper use of all fitness equipment.
Maintain equipment for safety and cleanliness, coordinating repairs when necessary.
Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Stay current with industry best practices through continuing education and certifications.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
· Associate’s degree required
· Bachelor’s degree in fitness-related field preferred
· 1 year work experience in a fitness center environment, including fitness assessment and exercise programming preferred; 2 years preferred
Licensing & Certification
· Valid Texas Driver License
· CPR and First-Aid Certification preferred; CPR and First Aid Certification training will be provided to all Fitness Center staff
· National certification through ACSM, NSCA, ACE or AFFA preferred
Special Skills
· Microsoft Office Suite
· Fitness Center Guidelines
· Fitness instruction and assessment
· Facility operations and safety
· Excellent customer service
· Effective communication skills
· Organizational and clerical skills
· Commitment to professional development
Competencies
· Delivering High Quality Work
· Accepting Responsibility
· Serving Customers
· Supporting Organizational Goals
· Driving Continuous Improvement
· Acting with Integrity
· Thinking Critically
· Managing Change
· Communicating Effectively
Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.