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Fitness Specialist

Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2026 CLOSED ON 4/22/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness Specialist position at Aquila | On-Site Health & Fitness Management?

Aquila's Fitness Specialist assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center.

The salary for this position is $46,500, which is $22.36/hour. The start date for the position is as soon as possible after candidate is hired. Candidates must be available to work either of these work schedules on any given day: either 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday. There is no weekend work.

Benefits

At Aquila, we want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us. You will enjoy all of the following benefits at Aquila:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and Disability coverage
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Continuing education reimbursements
  • Performance bonuses
  • Commuter pre-tax benefits
  • Fitness retailers discount programs
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Monday to Friday schedule, no weekend work

Responsibilities Include

  • Supervise exercise areas
  • Educate members concerning safe exercise techniques
  • Perform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelines
  • Conduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populations
  • Aid members - spotting and equipment usage
  • Explain all equipment
  • Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipment
  • Adhere to departmental and club policies and procedures
  • Adhere to client’s policies and procedures
  • Attend staff meetings
  • Assist in wellness and fitness promotions and external events
  • Perform daily administrative duties

Qualifications

  • Active NCCA accredited fitness certification (ACE, NASM, NCCPT, NCSF, AFAA, ACSM or NSCA) - required
  • B.S. in Exercise Physiology or in related health/fitness field (preferred)
  • CPR certification - required
  • 0-1 years experience in supervising adults during exercises

Skills Required

  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of fitness training principles
  • Customer service oriented
  • Physically fit
  • Organized
  • Motivating, confident, and enthusiastic
  • Positive attitude
  • Punctual
  • Dependable
  • Knowledgeable
  • Creative
  • Maintain a desire for continual improvement

All candidates must be able to complete a background check.

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