Fitness-Functional Fitness Consultant

The Functional Fitness Consultant (FFC) is responsible for ensuring the safety of participants utilizing the strength and cardio areas at the Wildcat Center for Health Education & Wellness and Davis campus fitness facility. The FFC serves as a resource for providing functional exercise options and movement patterns as well as basic wellness information and program activity offerings.

In addition, the FFC actively supervises the facility, provides group tours as needed & fitness consultations by appointment. This position reports to the Fitness Coordinator.

This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Related major field of study preferred.

American Red Cross CPR/AED and Standard First Aid certifications are required prior to working a shift

(Offered through Campus Recreation once employed)

Provide active supervision of patrons utilizing activity spaces

Ensure outstanding customer service is provided to all patrons and a positive welcoming atmosphere is created

Perform functional fitness consultations as assigned by Fitness Student Manager or Fitness Coordinator

Provide patron "spotting" on strength training equipment as requested

Positively enforce all strength and cardio policies to ensure safety of participants

Document all incidents and accidents using appropriate forms and submit to Fitness Student Manager

Complete modules or trainings using online CANVAS system

Request time off and obtain subs for all shifts assigned using WhenToWork online scheduling program

Proactive in assisting with maintenance and cleanliness of all strength and cardio areas

Re-stock all cleaning stations located throughout facility

Attend monthly meetings, orientations, all-staff training, and staff development workshops

Available for optional hours including on-campus tabling, special events, tours, etc.

Advocate participation in Campus Recreation departmental programs, services, and special events

Read, understand, and abide by all policies outlined in Functional Fitness Consultant Manual

Follow emergency care procedures in the event of an injury or emergency. Document emergency appropriately

Maintain communication by checking & responding to e-mails, texts, phone calls, and mailbox contents

Perform other duties as specified by the Fitness Coordinator

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of functional movement training exercises

Ability to use and operate all of our strength training, functional movement, and cardiovascular equipment

Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology

Excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills

Candidate is able to pick up and carry 50 lbs.

Background Check? Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 08/03/2023 Review Date 08/05/2023 Job Close Date 08/03/2024 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/4346 Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application along with contact information for three references, and attach a resume and cover letter. Applicants may also attach a philosophy statement as an optional document.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.

Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting.

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling.

Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).