Fitness Center Assistant

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New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

So much more than a part-time job! Build your resume working for the City of Bellevue's newest Community Center while learning about fitness and health! Join a dynamic team of Fitness and Recreation Professionals who will coach and mentor you into becoming an exceptional employee! Become an expert in customer service and learn how a Fitness Center and Community Center operates!

Enjoy a free Fitness Center membership during your employment!

The City of Bellevue is currently seeking Fitness Center Assistants for its South Bellevue Community Center who can work independently ensuring the safe activity of participants and general upkeep of the equipment. The successful candidate for this position joins a committed team that provides exceptional customer service and a clean, well-operated fitness center for the community. The City of Bellevue prides itself on diversity and at this job you will interact with participants of all ages and backgrounds in an environment where a focus on community and health is the status quo. Individuals should be detail oriented, respectful, positive, trustworthy, and available for shifts primarily in the late afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Full training for everything you need to know will be provided.

High School, Running Start, and Community College students are encouraged to apply. Others are welcome to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Hours:
Part-time, varied, approximately 3-15 hours per week - to include afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Applicants must be available 1-2 weekday afternoon or evening shifts and one weekend shift per week unless they are in a sport that season. One-sport high school athletes are welcome to apply and will only be assigned one weekend shift or one weekday evening shift during their sport season.

Note:
Up to 35 hours of paid training will be provided summer 2025. This is not a summer job for 2025! Actual position begins late Aug/early Sept 2025 with the start of the school year and continues for one full year commitment through August 2026.

Training for all duties and responsibilities will be provided.

• Oversee participants and equipment in the Fitness Center to ensure a safe environment.
• Conduct orientations for participants in the safe operation of cardiovascular and strength training equipment.
• Maintain the Fitness Center in a clean and orderly manner.
• Initiate friendly interaction with participants providing demonstrations and education in the use of equipment and answering general exercise questions.
• Assemble data and prepare reports such as attendance numbers and survey results.
• Administer first aid by following facility emergency procedures as outlined in the Employee Training Manual.
• Abide by and enforce policies and procedures mandated by the City of Bellevue and applicable to the South Bellevue Community Center facilities and programs.
• Conduct research on fitness topics.
• Maintain effective, positive interaction with all SBCC and Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue staff.
• Assist with set up and take down of fitness equipment in other rooms or the gym as needed for classes or programs.
• Supervise the gymnasium, lower lobby, studio, and locker rooms.
• Attend scheduled staff training sessions and meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age by 9/2/25.
• Weight training and/or exercise experience or knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to communicate orally, the safe and effective use of equipment and Fitness Center policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in shift reports and email.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants and staff.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Must have CPR/AED Certification by September 3, 2025.
• Candidates must have a stable and verifiable work, volunteer, or school history record showing regular, dependable attendance.
• A professional, well-groomed appearance is desired.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment with frequent interruptions.
• Customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivation to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to being hired.

Physical Demands:

• Manual dexterity to operate exercise equipment and a computer.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and reach to inspect, maintain, and operate fitness equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to speak and hear to exchange information.
• Visual acuity to observe activity and to read and produce written materials

Supplemental Information

This is a Variable, non-exempt, non-union position.

Definition of a Variable Employee:

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
  
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
  
• NOTE: Will be considered full-time and eligible for medical coverage if hours average 30 hours per week or more over a 12-month measurement period (or 130 hours per month).

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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