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Metropolitan Community College

Fitness Center Specialist

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$32,743 / year median in Missouri

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

About MCC Metropolitan Community College is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs. Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: MCC-Blue River, located in Independence, Missouri; MCC-Longview located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, MCC-Maple Woods located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; MCC-Online and MCC-Penn Valley, located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri. MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, several programs have specific accreditations as well. •MCC does not provide employer-paid sponsorships. Job Summary Incumbents coordinate and monitor exercise activities, classes and programs at the Fitness center. Essential Functions Conducts aerobics, weight training, and other exercise classes; ensures that patrons perform exercises in an accurate and safe manner Coordinates exercise and class schedules, and tracks attendance Performs minor maintenance on and cleans fitness equipment and machines Performs clerical duties, to include performing data entry, record keeping, processing payments and deposits, and stocking supplies Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree (A.S., A.A.) or two-year technical certificate in Physical Education or related area• 1 year training or recreation related experience Minimum Education Qualification can be substituted with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of fitness center equipment and machines Knowledge of biomechanics principles Knowledge of physical and mechanical range of motion principles Knowledge of exercise science principles and theories Knowledge of customer service principles Skilled in providing customer service Skilled in developing exercise programs for clients Skilled in evaluating the physical fitness of individuals Skilled in cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment and machines Skilled in using a computer and related software applications Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require grasping, hearing, keyboarding, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity and walking. The work is sedentary and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.
Supplemental Information EEO Statement:
Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth, ancestry, national origin, or disability.
EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled Accommodations:
MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources. We offer a complete benefits package including: Health care (medical, dental and vision) Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Retirement including deferred compensation plans Life insurance including long-term and short-term disability Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave) Professional development And much more!