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Full-Time (35 hours per week) MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week). March 29, 2026 Category Full-Time (35 hours per week) MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week). Closing Date March 29, 2026 About Us MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Mtis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities. Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world. MacEwan University is seeking an Exercise Specialist I for a full-time continuing opportunity with our Sport and Wellness department. Reporting to the Supervisor, Fitness Centre and Programming, you will be responsible for designing and delivering health and fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, programs and facility monitoring with the overall goal of meeting the health and wellness needs of all patrons of the centre, including students, athletes, staff, faculty, and public clientele. Key responsibilities include: - Executing comprehensive Fitness & Health Assessments and counseling sessions according to the guidelines of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP); - Organizing, developing, administering and monitoring specialized testing contracts for special populations, sport organizations and corporate clients; - Preparing and instructing a variety of drop-in group fitness classes such as spin, aquatic, muscular strength and endurance, HIIT, and boot camp style classes; - Designing and instructing specialized group health and fitness related classes with academic components such as Women Building Futures and Health & Community Studies Fitness Lab for Police, Investigations and Call Centre programs; - Acting as a liaison with the appropriate medical personnel (physician/physiotherapist) when medical concerns are involved with clients; - Monitoring the fitness area, including walk-throughs and completion of required stats recording, equipment cleaning, maintenance/repairs, and set-up; - Completing appropriate forms, bookings and responding to inquiries about MacEwan Centre for Sport & Wellness; - Assisting with complaints and concerns while referring clients to policies and procedures of the Centre; - Responding to any security issues or emergency situations as outlined in the policies and procedures manual; - Administering First Aid, CPR, AED and Oxygen when required; - Providing recommendations and suggestions on all aspects of the operation, including input into employee evaluation; and - Assisting with the design, implementation and promotion of internal and external Sport and Wellness programming, as well as special events and/or workshops. Skills You will have: - Strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to customer service and the ability to work with a diverse range of individuals; - Strong written and verbal communication skills; - The ability to work independently with strong self-discipline and motivation; - Problem solving and creativity skills; - Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills; - Knowledge in exercise program development and fitness testing, with the ability to prescribe exercises to meet client needs; - Strong presentation skills; and - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Qualifications - A minimum of a 2-year diploma in physical education or other health related fields. - A minimum of 6 months of experience in a fitness work environment with group or specialty class instruction. - Experience with delivering workshops. - Certified as a Personal Trainer with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP-CPT) or the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT). - Current certification with Standard First Aid, CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), Oxygen Administration. - Certification through the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) in the specialty of Group Fitness (or equivalent group exercise certification like CanFit-Pro) or in Resistance training certification would be considered assets. - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Position Requirements - The ability to work primarily on Monday to Friday between 5:30 am and 10:30 pm. - The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost. When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes: This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community. Accessibility Statement We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact [email protected] and we will support you to the best of our ability. Personal Information Collection Notification The personal information collected through MacEwan Universitys application for employment and is used to determine your qualifications for employment. If your application progresses to the next stage of the hiring process, this information may be shared with non-HR members of the hiring committee and interview panel. This collection is authorized by section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act. For questions about the collection of personal information, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or phone (780) 497-5434. #J-18808-Ljbffr