Physical Fitness Specialist
southwestern illinois collegeGranite City, IL
$22.43 per hour
APPLYPhysical Fitness Specialist
southwestern illinois collegeGranite City, ILMid L4
$22.43 per hour
Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, PostsecondaryFitness and Wellness CoordinatorsExercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsJunior CollegesFitness and Recreational Sports Centers
APPLY NOWPhysical Fitness Specialist Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the part-time SWIC Educational Employee position of Physical Fitness Specialist. Incumbent oversees the operation of the Fitness Center during a normal shift. Individual works independently following established policies and procedures, as prescribed by the supervising faculty of the assigned physical fitness center. Work requires detailed knowledge of physical fitness programming, exercise behavior, and instruction of the proper use of exercise methods and equipment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related discipline (may include Athletic Training, Kinesiology or other related exercise science) with concentration and/or coursework in Adult Fitness, Exercise Science, or Exercise Physiology required. Work experience in a fitness center involving the demonstration and orientation of users to fitness equipment and programming using ACSM guidelines is strongly preferred. CPR/AED certification is required.$22.43 per hour, up to 28 hours per week.
Benefits and perks:
- Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
- Eligibility for medical coverage as outline in the Affordable Care ActEligibility for paid leave including holidays and vacation
- Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
Work location: Sam Wolf Granite City Campus.
Application deadline:
Job posting closes to applicants on October 25, 2026 with application review beginning on October 26, 2026. Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., unofficial transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at the time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account. Southwestern Illinois College is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Educator Smoke/Tobacco/Vapor/Drug-Free Workplace
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Granite City, IL
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