Program Specialist - Fitness

Overview

Manage and develop fitness programs, staff, and facilities for Regina’s Sportplex and leisure centres.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment maintenance
• tender procurement
• program scheduling
• data reporting
• budget management
• staff supervision

Tasks

-Works with other Divisions and Departments to ensure the effective operation of the Sportplex. -Approves requisitions, expenditures and other transactions within the limits of authority and takes necessary actions to protect Civic assets against loss and waste. -Teaching fitness classes as required -Recommends and monitors the registration process for facility programs and services. -Represents the department at various community meetings and events; inter-agency planning bodies and various other committees related to sport, fitness and lifestyle-related programs and services. -Responsible for hiring, training, supervision, scheduling and evaluation of casual recreation worker staff and contract fitness instructors. Works cooperatively with the Program Specialist at the North West and Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centres to develop fitness programs, determine fitness equipment needs and ensure available instructors. -Responsible for coordinating the repair and replacement of all fitness and weight room equipment at the Sportplex as well as coordinating the replacement of weight room equipment at the Sandra Schmirler and North West Leisure Centres. -Prepares reports and undertakes analyses as required. -Develops and implements policies and procedures with regard to programming and scheduling of various sport, recreation and fitness programs. -Develops, leads, and completes staff orientation, customer service training and other staff training. -Responsible for the proper allocation of program space in accordance with Sportplex operating policies and the assessment of user fees via the annual Fees and Charges Survey. -Maintains and interprets statistical data and financial information on related programs to allow for ongoing evaluation of services and user needs. -Develops and completes the tender process for capital Fitness equipment purchases for the Sportplex, North West and Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centres. -Handles public enquiries and complaints and completes service requests. -Develops and maintains working relationships with clients including the general public, community associations, special interest groups, community sport clubs, other user groups, and civic partners. -Assists in the development of long- and short-term plans and objectives. -May be required to work non-standard hours. -Plans, implements and evaluates a wide variety of fitness, special event and lifestyle-related programs and services. -Assists in the preparation, development and tracking of the Sportplex annual capital and operating budgets.

Requirements

• activenet
• first aid
• aed/cpr
• diploma
• leadership
• 3 years

What You Bring

-Proficient in managing sport and fitness facilities and programs. -Ability to select, supervise, recruit, train, provide leadership, schedule and evaluate performance of staff. -Strong leadership, training, and group facilitation skills. -Proof of education will be required. -Understanding of fitness, weight room activities, and required equipment. -Strong planning and time management abilities, handling customer/user inquiries efficiently. -Three years of experience in programming, facility operations, and fitness class instruction. -Knowledge and understanding of special populations, i.e. Indigenous, physical, mentally, and sensory impaired, lower socio-economic disadvantaged, aged, and all client groups. -Must possess a valid driver's license and have available a vehicle for work usage (a travel allowance is provided). -Experience in creative program planning and scheduling. -First Aid, AED/CPR Level C Certification required. -Ability to research, analyze data, and translate program needs into facility requirements. -Familiar with corporate policies, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and special population needs. -Skilled in facility scheduling and programming software (Word, Excel, ActiveNet). -Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check in accordance with the City of Regina’s Criminal Record Check Policy. -Effective oral and written communication skills. -Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies or a degree in Recreation, Kinesiology, or a related field. -Knowledgeable in assessment, strategic planning, and project management for sport and recreation programs. -Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Fitness Leadership Certification (or equivalent) required.

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Security Clearance

-successful candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check according to the city of regina’s policy.