Recreation Specialist - Fitness Zone

The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community, and home to over 80,000 residents.  Redmond is the hub to an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups. 

At the City of Redmond, we build community through people, parks, arts, recreation, and conservation. Our sustainable parks are comprised of over 1,351 acres of land, 47 parks, and a collection of 39 miles of public trails. We serve all ages, abilities, and interests through innovative classes and services offered at our facilities and community centers. We integrate unique art and cultural experiences into the activities, interactions, and events that weave our community together. People in Redmond explore our parks, play at our centers, and connect with their neighbors and friends.
 

That’s why our Recreation Specialist – Fitness Zone is such an important role in our Parks & Recreation department. This position provides a fun, safe, and engaging atmosphere for participants in our drop-in Fitness Zone at the new Redmond Senior and Community Center. This is a fantastic, part-time position for someone who has worked in a fitness center, personal trained clients, and/or taught group exercise classes. You will be successful in this role if you are enthusiastic about health and fitness and love to empower people of all ages and ability levels to achieve their goals.

Hours: We are currently looking to fill the Recreation Specialist – Fitness Zone position for the following shifts: Sat 8am-2pm, Sat 2pm-8pm, and occasional subbing opportunities Mon-Fri 5pm-9pm. In addition, we are also seeking daytime availability for personal training sessions as requested by clients.

The position is limited to a maximum of 29 hours per week on average and no more than 1,040 hours per year.
 

Locations: Work will be conducted at our new Redmond Senior and Community Center.

• Provide oversight and supervision of participants in our drop-in Fitness Zone with shift options of Sat 8am-2pm and Sat 2pm-8pm
• Greet and welcome participants with warmth and professionalism

• Deliver basic guidance on proper equipment usage and demonstrate correct techniques to ensure participant safety and effectiveness
• Assist participants in setting up equipment and adjusting settings according to their preferences
• Monitor participant’s’ exercise activities, offering light guidance and encouragement, as appropriate
• Educate guests on Fitness Zone rules, safety protocols, and proper gym etiquette
• Maintain a safe environment by being alert to potential hazards and addressing any unsafe behaviors promptly
• Promote fitness services, personal training sessions, and other recreation activities to participants who express interest, aiming to enhance their experience

• Ensure all Fitness Zone equipment is clean, safe, and stored properly

• Attend staff meetings and training programs as required

• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• General knowledge of a variety of recreational activities and/or sports
• Successful passing of a required background check
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One to two years of applicable experience
• Minimum age 16

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Washington State Driver's License and a driving record that meets city standards preferred
• Must have or obtain First Aid and CPR within two months of hire
• Must have current Personal Training certification 

• Top candidates will be contacted to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which may include a pre-screening phone interview. 
• All applicants will be notified of their application status. 
• Note, the City may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies.
• A cover letter and resume must be submitted with your application.

Offers of employment are conditional based on the candidate successfully passing both background and reference checks.  Internal candidates are subject to passing a new background if the previous check was conducted more than six months ago.

Additionally, new hires relocating to the area are required to have Washington State residency within 30 days of their start date to comply payroll tax purposes. 

Salary : $23 - $44