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Bangor Region YMCA, Maine. Dynamic Group Exercise Manager wanted to manage and motivate a fantastic team of 17 group fitness instructors.
Job Description
We are looking for a seasoned group exercise instructor with management experience, top notch interpersonal skills, phenomenal customer service skills and a firm understanding of the dynamics that go into the make-up of a group exercise program that is more than just "follow me" exercises.
Our group exercise program partner is MOSSA. You can find out more about them here www.mossa.net. The Group Exercise Manager must be willing to get certified in 2-3 MOSSA programs.
More hours can be available if you have your personal training certification.
The Bangor Region YMCA offers the following benefits for part-time staff.
*Paid time off
*Free Membership
*Nationwide YMCA Membership Reciprocity
*Discounts on programs
*Y Branded Apparel
Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree in exercise science/kinesiology preferred
2. Nationally recognized group exercise certification required (MOSSA preferred)
3. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required
4. Strong abilities to relate effectively with diverse groups of people
5. Professional experience in a supervisory/managerial role preferred
6. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects required
7. Proficiency with computer technology and standard business software required
8. CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required (American Red Cross)
9. Passage of a background check, with fingerprinting, required
10. Completion of onboarding trainings before the start of duties required (Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Workplace Violence, Sexual Harassment, Active Shooter, and Elder Abuse)
Essential Functions
1. Oversees the daily operations of group exercise programming, including planning, scheduling, supervising and evaluating instructors, and tracking and monitoring participation
2. Recruits, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates group exercise staff team.
3. Actively leads as a group exercise instructor, regularly working with members and substituting as a class instructor as needed.
4. Strategizes and organizes activities and special events to ensure that members engage with one another, explore a diversity of class offerings, and expand their repertoire of movement activities
5. Maintains attendance tracking and reports
6. Works effectively with the marketing team to promote classes and special events, and to maintain effective member communication
7. Executes MOSSA group exercise launches, when new releases are issued
8. Maintains working knowledge of health, fitness, and wellness science and trends and demonstrates commitment to continued education, to provide current information to members
9. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed, and that all group exercise areas are properly maintained and equipped
10. Represents and promotes the Bangor Region YMCA in the local community to increase visibility, and grow membership and class participation
11. Contributes to the creation of safe, welcoming environments, in which all individuals feel respected and appreciated
12. Builds relationships with members and program participants, and nurtures relationships among participants
13. Demonstrates proper exercise techniques, safety measures, postures, and alignment, during sessions
14. Checks email daily, and responds to staff and member communications, within 48 hours
15. Attends and participates in all required staff meetings
16. Follows YMCA policies and procedures
17. Responds appropriately to emergency situations
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
YMCA COMPETENCIES: (LEADER)
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other persons’ points of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces innovative approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in all required staff meetings.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well. Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in the Health and Wellness field.
Required Certifications
CPR/AED
Group Exercise Certification(s)
MOSSA Certifications Preferred