GENERAL STATEMENT

Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, the Lead Weight Room Attendant will assist with the comprehensive weight room program for the Fitness Department. Including but not limited to monitoring the weight room and exercise area and orienting members on the various machines and equipment in those areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.    Assist with the recruitment, hiring training, supervision and evaluation of the fitness student staff to include the coordination of CPR, AED, and First-Aid training.  

2.    Represent the fitness program at campus events. 

3.    Serves on ASI, University, and NIRSA committees as directed or approved.  

4.    Assist with the planning and execution of periodic staff meetings. 

5.    Learn how to properly operate weight equipment and machines as part of training.  

6.    Report equipment breakdown or misuse of equipment and furniture in ASI Recreation. 

7.    Learn rules and regulations of the facilities as part of training. 

8.    Supervise recreational facility usage as designated by supervisor. 

9.    Model, promote, and consistently enforce ASI Recreation policies. 

10.    Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures. 

11.    Clean and maintain exercise equipment. 

12.    Provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for staff and participants. 

13.    Attend staff meetings and trainings. 

14.    Approve weight room attendant trades/shift cover 

15.    Perform weekly equipment checks to make sure zones are being cleaned 

16.    Read through the daily weight room attendant checklist to make sure all duties are being done throughout the shift and to make note of any issues or concerns addressed on the checklist 

17.    Communicate between Fitness Manager and student staff to inform the weight room attendants of any special events or programs that will be taking place 

18.    Scheduling student staff for the special events  

19.    Keep inventory of equipment to make not of what needs to be replaced/ordered 

20.    Staying informed about different departments within the SRWC and ASI 

21.    Researching industry trends and professional development opportunities  

22.    Maintain complete client files and tracking sheets and ensure confidentiality of client information by following HIPAA compliance.

23.    Perform other duties as assigned.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Must have at least 6 months to a year of experience in a fitness setting. Experience in customer service is ideal. Must be enrolled at California State University, Long Beach in at least six units and be in good standing. Kinesiology majors are preferred but not required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge and Abilities

Successful candidates will possess the ability to connect well with students. Must be willing to work with an ethically and culturally diverse group of student staff and volunteers. Exceptional customer skills, dependability and punctuality are a must. Must be able to work under moderate supervision.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Schedule

The application must be available to work evenings and weekends during the academic year. Hours during summer and winter breaks are to be determined by supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and be able to talk or hear in interactions with others. The employee is occasionally required to walk to other offices within the building and around the campus. The employee is occasionally required to sit at a desk or computer workstation and use hands and fingers to key data, sort documents, and file paperwork. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Note: This is a union position. Please contact Human Resources with questions.