Fitness Specialist
Salary
$12.45 - $13.80 Hourly
Location
Kettering Recreation Center, OH
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
Job Number
202600010
Department
PRCA
Division
RECREATION
Opening Date
02/09/2026
Closing Date
9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Description
The City of Kettering's Parks Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is recruiting to fill the position of Fitness Specialist. Fitness Specialists use specialized experience and training to ensure quality in all areas of the fitness center. Pay range is $11.40/hr to $13.80/hr. Entry rate is contingent upon candidate's related skills, knowledge and abilities.
Examples of Duties
Responsible for facility cleanliness and rule enforcement with little supervision;
Provides exceptional customer service, including accurately and safely answering member questions related to health, fitness and wellbeing;
Solves any customer experience related issues and communicates resolutions to supervisors;
Fulfills key role in facility emergency action plan;
Conducts orientations to members of the facility, showing them how to properly and safely use the fitness equipment;
Assists with additional tasks as assigned;
Regular and predictable attendance required.
Typical Qualifications
Must be CPR and First Aid Certified. Must have strong interpersonal skills, and customer service orientated. Must project a positive and professional image to the public. Must possess the ability to work well in a team, take direction and accomplish additional responsibilities as assigned.
Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma, or GED equivalent; and any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Seasonal and part-time employees have access to several great perks. If a certification is required for your position (such as CPR, First Aid, or lifeguard credentials), the City will cover the cost of the certification where applicable, helping you get trained and ready to work without paying out of pocket.
You're also eligible to purchase a 12-visit punch pass for just $5, which can be used throughout the Kettering Recreation Complex for access to fitness areas, swimming, the ice arena, the water park, and select exercise classes. In addition, employees may receive discounts on PRCA programs and discounts on concessions at the Adventure Reef Water Park.
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Are you CPR and First Aid certified?
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Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent?
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Have you applied, or do you plan to apply, for any other current City of Kettering job openings? If yes, please list the position(s).
Required Question
Employer Kettering, City of (OH)
Address 3600 Shroyer Road
Kettering, Ohio, 45429
Phone 9372962446