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"Make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Join our team as Wellness Services Supervisor and help lead compassionate quality services that promote health, well-being, and a stronger community. Apply today!"
Department: Recreation
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: Yes
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.
About the Role:
The Wellness Services Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Fitness Center, Wellness Program, and personal training services. This role promotes a welcoming, customer-focused environment that encourages healthy, active lifestyles while supporting the goals and objectives of the department.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee Fitness Center, wellness, and personal training operations.
- Lead, train, mentor, and supervise Wellness Services staff and Personal Trainers.
- Develop and evaluate fitness, wellness, and community programs.
- Oversee member orientations, assessments, wellness incentives, and initiatives.
- Ensure facility safety, cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and daily operations.
- Manage wellness records, reports, budgets, equipment, and supplies.
- Provide excellent customer service and resolve member concerns.
- Promote wellness education and outreach throughout the Tribal community.
- Assist with scheduling, meetings, and departmental operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Medicine, Health Education, Nutrition Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Business Administration, or related field required.
- Three (3) years of related employment experience in a fitness setting and/or wellness program required.
- Two (2) years of experience training clients one-on-one and/or group sessions required.
- Two (2) years of supervisory, lead worker, program coordination, or staff leadership experience required.
- Experience developing wellness programs, fitness challenges, educational seminars, and community wellness events required.
- Certified Personal Trainer required. Certified in any (1) of the following: AAPTE-Academy of Applied Personal Training Education, AFAA-Aerobics & Fitness Association of America, ACE-American Council on Exercise, ACSM-American College of Sports Medicine, CI-Cooper Institute, IFPA-International Fitness Professionals Association, ISSA-International Sports Sciences Association, NASM-National Academy of Sports Medicine, NCCPT-National Council for Certified Personal Trainers, NCSF-National Council of Strength and Fitness, NESTA-National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association, NETA-National Exercise Trainers Association, NFPT-National Federation of Personal Trainers, NSCA-National Strength and Conditioning Association, TWCC-Training Wellness Certification Commission, Crossfit, POT CCP, Strong First, Russian Kettlebell Certification, Functional Movement Screen, USA Weight Lifting, NAFC- Native American Fitness Council.
- Must possess First Aid Certification, including CPR and Life Saving, or obtain certification within ninety (90) days of official date of hire in this position.
- Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain during the first week of employment.
- Must possess “ServSafe Certification” or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
- Ability to work odd and irregular hours.
- Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
- Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
- Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
- Knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, fitness training, exercise safety, and nutrition.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible/irregular hours, attend events and training, and travel as needed.
- Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required.
- Must pass required criminal and character background checks.
- Ability to perform all essential duties of the position.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Performance bonuses and COLA increases
INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:
In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian
In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian
In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.
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