Fitness Assistant JobID: 461 Position Type: Spartan Recreation Date Posted: 11/8/2023 Location: San Jose, CA Additional Information: Show/Hide 2023 - POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title Fitness Assistant Classification Title: Student Assistant I Status: Hourly, Non-exempt Department: Spartan Recreation Supervisor: Fitness and Wellness Supervisor Location: Spartan Recreation & Aquatic Center (SRAC) The Student Union, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains three major facilities at San José State University in downtown San José, California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building, the Provident Credit Union Event Center, and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union, Inc. functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus, and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority, faculty, and administrators. Mission The Student Union, Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development, growth, and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs, desired services, and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience. Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, the Fitness Assistant supports daily fitness program operations along with assisting participants in the safe utilization of fitness equipment. Essential Functions and Tasks * Enforce and interpret SRAC policies and procedures. * Responsible for knowing day-to-day fitness class schedule. * Assist with room and event preparation for fitness programs when necessary. * Assist with room/ facility counts during group fitness classes/fitness events. * Have basic knowledge of types of fitness equipment and the equipment function to assist people using equipment and answer questions. * Enforce and help educate participants on manufacturer's recommended proper usage of cardio, selectorized and strength equipment. * Maintain a clean and organized environment within fitness equipment areas. * Assists with patron safety by preventing and responding to emergencies, enforcing all facility rules, regulations, policies and procedures. * Communicates maintenance, equipment issues and custodial needs to appropriate personnel. * Perform additional duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) * Excellent customer service, ability to manage conflicts, and create an inclusive environment. * Effective verbal and written communication skills. * Interpret and implement proper policies and procedures for all emergency situations. * Maintain a professional appearance and attitude. * Ability to develop effective working relationships with a diverse community clientele. * Able to lift 45-65lbs pounds safely and stand for an extended period of time. * Must be able to work opening, closing, and weekend shifts. * Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings, training days, and workshops. Qualification and Specifications * Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, American Red Cross preferred, or obtain prior to first shift. Online certifications will not be accepted. * Must be a current matriculated SJSU student. * Must be a matriculated SJSU student and continuously enrolled at least half-time* during the academic term. *Half-time is defined as follows: Enrollment Status Half-time Units Undergraduate and Post baccalaureate Students 6.0-8.0 hours/semester. Physical Demands and Work Environment * The position works in a wide variety of environments including both a typical office as well as an outdoors and indoor facility program-oriented environment. * The physical demands of this position are described below: * Sitting, walking, twisting, bending, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting, crawling, kneeling, balancing, reaching, and coordination (eye, hand, foot). * Fall (Slip, Trip) Conditions that result in falls (impacts) from height or traditional walking and playing surfaces. * Lifting and Carrying, often 10-25lbs, frequently 26-50lbs, occasionally 50-75 lbs. * Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. * Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. * In general, the position works a schedule based on business needs 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, occasionally works evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Minimum Hourly Salary: $17.75 - Maximum Hourly Salary: $20.63 * This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders. * In general, the position works a schedule based on the business needs and requires early morning, evening and weekend work. * When school is in session, student assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions). * When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break), students assistants may work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week. Benefits This position is employed through Student Union at San Jose State University which offers an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (fully paid on selected packages by the company for the employee and dependents), Life and Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, paid Holidays, 403(b) retirement program, tuition reimbursement, employee development opportunities and more. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination, and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse, multi-racial community of students, faculty and staff. California State University (CSU) Learning & Development Within the first month, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through CSULearn, the University's employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from [email protected]. * Injury and Illness Prevention Program * Discrimination and Harassment for Supervisors/Non-Supervisors * Gender Equity and Title IX Prevention Program (Title IX) * Data Security and FERPA * Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse Background Check and Fingerprinting Student Union employees are required to undergo and completed a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work they will be doing. In some cases the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor, Accurate Background California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.