Overview

The Health and Exercise Specialist will assist the Supervisor of HR and Benefits/Wellness Manager in the formulation and implementation of Fitness-related initiatives at Electric Boat both in the fitness centers and as requested by individual departments. Please see below for core responsibilities and expectations: 

This position reports to Supervisor of HR. Processing member registrations, renewals, cancellations and other administrative tasks as assigned. Ensuring machines are updated, clean, and in working condition – report any malfunctions to the preventive services equipment provider; provide a safe, debris-free environment. Supervising workouts, perform fitness assessments and provide exercise modifications for existing injuries or exercise preferences Providing one-on-one personal training and develop individualized workout plans to address employee’s specific fitness and wellness goals Teaching a variety of weekly fitness classes Provide written and digital health and exercise content to Wellness Specialist including articles, blog posts and audio/video recordings in support of EB’s Wellness program Support EB’s Sprains and Strains Injury Prevention program by providing in person stretching demonstration to employees in the shipyard Develop new Fitness Center classes, programs and initiatives aimed at increasing membership and support member engagement Perform biometric screenings including BMI, body fat testing, cholesterol and other health screenings. Support blood drives, health fairs, immunization clinics and other on-site events coordinated by EB Benefits and Wellness department. Attending and supporting EB’s community partnership initiatives.

***The Health and Exercise Specialist is a full time position, Monday through Friday with varied work hours. Rare weekend hours for special events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Current certification, or working towards a certification, in group fitness and personal training from a nationally recognized fitness organization (ACSM, ACE, NASM, or NCSA preferred). Certified CrossFit Trainer (CCFT) or Certified CrossFit Coach (CCFC) also acceptable. 2+ years of experience in private, commercial or corporate fitness center performing fitness assessments, supervising workouts and general center administration. Must be physically capable of demonstrating the use of all fitness center equipment and conducting fitness center assessment Must be able to work varied work hours between 1st and 2nd shift Internal candidates must be from organizations outside of Operations (Gildart/Gabriel)

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree in exercise physiology, kinesiology, human performance, or wellness field with strong emphasis in health and fitness Certification in a variety of specialist group fitness classes including but not limited to: Spin, Yoga, Pilates. Additional Specialty Certifications including but not limited to Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES); Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC) are preferred. Strong computer skills required with MS Office software and website capabilities such as SharePoint sites.

Skills

Must be a self-starter and demonstrate initiative when unsupervised Strong oral and written communication skills required