ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - Fitness Center Specialist

ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - Fitness Center Specialist 70-00120 Who We Are: A part of the Human Resources department, the SwRI Fitness Center is a state‑of‑the‑art facility designed for members to exercise in a welcoming atmosphere. Fitness Center staff are degreed and certified professionals who effectively support SwRI employees achieve their fitness and wellness goals. Objectives of this Role: Assist with the operations of the SwRI Fitness Center, typically between 11am and 8pm, Monday through Thursday and 10am to 7pm on Friday. Create a welcoming environment with a focus on intramural sports, assisting with fitness equipment, designing individualized exercise programs, teaching group exercise classes, and promoting wellness initiatives. Promote health and wellness for SwRI employees through a variety of fitness‑related programs, and support SwRI employees in pursuit of their fitness and wellness goals. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Develop personalized training plans and re‑evaluating as needed to ensure optimal outcomes. Assist with intramural sports programs, employee social/recreational events, and special projects. Conduct motivating group exercise classes to accommodate various fitness levels and abilities. Promote and develop corporate wellness initiatives that build a sense of community. Perform retail store functions; compile statistics and generate reports; interact with the public and SwRI employees as a representative of the SwRI Fitness Center, Human Resources Department, and SwRI. Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field with related experience. Certification from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and/or American Council on Exercise (ACE) preferred. 0 years: Fitness facility experience, preferably in a corporate setting, including group exercise instruction/class management, one‑on‑one training, coaching, and nutritional education. Knowledge of first aid, AED and CPR. Experience with fitness/wellness activities, intramural sports oversight/coordination, and social/recreational event planning. Retail store experience; experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel; knowledge of social media, specifically Facebook and Instagram. Strong organizational skills to support multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Special Requirements: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here. An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Research Institute