Job Description

Experience it – Ajax! The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Fitness Centre Consultant – Part Time:

The Town of Ajax is seeking an energetic and motivated Fitness Centre Consultant to work various shifts (days/evenings/weekends) throughout the week. The Fitness Consultant will be responsible for supervising and providing a safe, welcoming environment in the Fitness and Health Centres while on shift. In addition to scheduled hours, the Fitness Consultant has the opportunity to provide personal training and fitness appraisal services to members.

Job Duties Include:

• Provides advice and assistance on exercise technique, program design and equipment use
• Provides tours of the facilities for potential fitness members
• Educates the public on issues of fitness and active lifestyles
• Creates an environment where participants strive to participate fully, perform the best of their ability, and learn new skills
• Acts as a positive role model for members and co-workers
• Responds to customers on a daily basis in person and occasionally by phone
• Interacts with the public on a regular basis, and promotes Town programs to customers
• Listens to feedback from customers and responds in a professional and knowledgeable manner
• Monitoring of membership cards and pay-go customers – i.e. ensuring payment was received / membership cards are current
• Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of assigned equipment
• Monitors safety in fitness facilities and address/reports safety concerns
• Responds to emergency situations
• Administers First Aid in accordance with highest level of certification

Qualifications/Skills:

• College diploma in health and fitness related studies
• Minimum of one year fitness centre training experience
• CSEP – Certified Personal Trainer or Certified Exercise Physiologist designation preferred
• Can-Fit-Pro/CPTN/NSCA/ACSM personal training certification required
• Organization, time management and planning skills
• Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Respectful of diverse opinions and perspectives
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Extensive knowledge of exercise prescription, coaching and strength training principles
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Maintains a high level of physical fitness
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR C
• Professional Development Credits via workshops, conferences, self-reading, to maintain knowledge and expertise on current exercise techniques, methodology and research

This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week.

Deadline to Apply:

This position is being advertised concurrently to internal and external candidates and a pplications are accepted online. Internal closing date: 11:59 p.m. on August 18, 2022 External closing date: 11:59 p.m. on August 25, 2022
We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process. Applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes (one that you check on a regular basis). If your email address changes, please update your profile with your new email address. All Town of Ajax employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19; proof of vaccination status will be requested as a condition of employment upon hire. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Town’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. The Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy, staff training and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources staff of any accommodation you may require during the process.