Job ID

78666

Job Title

Fitness Recreation Coordinator

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/09/11

Job Type

Limited Term (>12 months)

Close Date

2026/09/26

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

Favorite Job

Department

Ath&Rec; Recreation & HL

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Job Code

JD1697

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

24 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Anticipated Start Date: November 1, 2026

Salary Grade: 8

Salary Range: $31.91 - $44,92

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the development and ongoing coordination of a fitness recreational classes and programs. Provides expertise in serving as a program resource to faculty, staff and students.

Accountabilities

- Support, develop, and implement fitness programs, training, and workshops including curriculum development and inclusive programming.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of a marketing and promotional strategy for fitness recreation programs and workshops.
- Plan and coordinate fitness recreational classes and programs
- Facilitate surveys on classes, equipment, the facility and programming.
- Analyze results to assess client satisfaction and identify opportunities for centre and program improvements.
- Update and deliver training and certification programs for staff and ensure all staff are properly certified.
- Communicate and administer/enforce emergency procedures and protocols related to recreation programs and the use of equipment.
- Update content and maintain program information
- Write a variety of documents including, but not limited to, training manuals, reports, correspondence, posters and flyers.
- Track data for program and facility use and write summary reports accordingly.
- Compile information and develop reports that document the performance of the programs.
- Develop estimates of time, resource for fitness recreational classes and programs.
- Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts.
- Address and resolve customer complaints. Escalate problems to appropriate parties.
- Operate and oversee the use of specialized equipment.
- Assess needs of clients, including those with special needs.
- Design the layout of equipment and optimize the use of available space.
- Research and recommend equipment lines and products for future purchase.
- Troubleshoot equipment problems and identify maintenance requirements.
- Maintain and order program supplies.
- Demonstrate a variety of physical activities and the use of equipment to others.
- Apply risk management and health and safety policies and procedures in all aspects of the program.




- Gather protocols and procedures from other programs to follow industry trends related to standards of care and programming.
- Remain current with new information and relevant fitness trends.

Supervision

- Ongoing responsibility for hiring and supervising 10 or more casual employees at any one time.

Education and Experience

- 2 year post secondary diploma in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 4 years of relevant experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
- Certification in a specialized field or discipline is required.

Assets Current Fitness Instructor Specialist (FIS) certification through canfitpro.

Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED certification.

3-5 years of experience teaching group fitness classes in a post-secondary, community recreation, fitness club, or similar environment.

Experience teaching a variety of group fitness formats, such as indoor cycling, dance fitness, Zumba, Pilates, strength training, and mind-body programming.

Experience developing, programming, scheduling, and evaluating group fitness classes and programs.

Demonstrated experience training, mentoring, and supporting fitness instructors.

Knowledge of current fitness industry trends and best practices in group fitness programming.

Additional Information The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of The Pulse's group fitness program. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong interpersonal and supervisory skills who is passionate about creating engaging and inclusive fitness experiences for the diverse McMaster University community.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in group fitness program development, instructor training, quality assurance, and participant engagement. Experience working with multiple group fitness formats is strongly preferred.

How To Apply To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.





The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

- Human Resources Service Centre at (phone hidden) ext. 222-HR (22247), or
- Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
- School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

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