The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of high-performance sport & athlete development. The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment.

Located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.

Together, we inspire healthy active living.

Please submit a Cover Letter & Resume The deadline to apply is end of day, August 26.

POSITION SUMMARY The Fitness Operations Supervisor will be responsible for working along side the Fitness & Wellness Coordinator to optimize the operations within the Fitness Department.

The successful candidate will be passionate about fitness and health, focused on customer service excellence, and supportive of participants reaching their goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Supervising group exercise and fee-based group staff
- Scheduling, monitoring, and evaluating the fitness centre staff.
- Knowledge of fitness programming, group exercise offerings, and Fitness Centre protocols, as well as the ability to communicate these effectively to members and staff
- Staying current regarding fitness trends and advising Coordinator and Manager on “early adopter” fitness opportunities
- Tracking exercise equipment maintenance/inventory and keeping the Fitness & Wellness Coordinator updated on any equipment needs
- Providing extraordinary Customer Service to members and guests
- Paperwork and administration work as related to the position
- Preparing reports and tracking participant numbers in classes and programs




- Please note that this position will be part of the Duty schedule for supervision of the Canada Games Centre on evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

Mandatory

- Passion for fitness and creating a quality experience for our members
- Flexibility in workday, evening, and weekend hours
- 2-4 years of fitness experience; supervisory experience in a group exercise and fitness programing setting an asset
- Certified Fitness Instructor, i.e., Canfitpro, NSFA, or other recognized certification body
- Certified Aquatics Fitness Instructor, i.e., AQX, WaterART, Cala, CFES, or other recognized certification body
- Additional fitness certifications such as, but not limited to, TRX, Kettlebell, Crossfit, Zumba, ViPR, etc.
- Current CPR certification
- Strong organization skills
- Good computer skills and knowledge of programs in the Microsoft Suite
- Strong communication skills

Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check & Child Abuse Registry Check will be required as part of the hiring process

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION

- Degree/Diploma in Kinesiology/Kinetics, Recreation, Leisure Studies or related discipline and combination of experience
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Good decision making skills
- Compassion, patience, and understanding

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is full time, 35 hours per week, with flexibility for working a schedule between 5:30am and 10:00pm, Monday through Sunday, mornings, evenings, and weekends,



as required by facility operations and schedule demands.

Working conditions in general, subject to seasonal programs, evening shifts, budgetary planning exercises or individual projects or events.

This position may include heavy lifting of supplies and equipment and will require an individual to be able to concentrate in a busy environment.

Psychological Demands: Potentially high stress environment due to multi-tasking requirements and customer expectations.

COMPENSATION The salary for this position is $40,000 - $52,000.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

- Group benefits and RRSP plan
- Education allowance
- Free facility membership
- Free parking and proximity to Halifax Transit
- Amazing team environment
- Organization committed to extraordinary staff and customer experience

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are a welcoming and supportive environment whose goal is to be a diverse workplace representative of the citizens we serve. Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in occupations where they are under-represented, and members of the LGBTQIA2S community are encouraged to self-identify on your application. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Pay: $40,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
- fitness: 2 years (required)
- supervisory: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Fitness Operations Supervisor (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Canada Games Centre
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality