PART-TIME CONTRACT JOB OPPORTUNITY

FITNESS CENTRE ATTENDANT

FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICS

Community Engagement & Prevention Unit

Employment Status

Part-time Contract (12 Months) 2 Positions Available

Start Date

TBD

Work Location

Sagamok Fitness Centre

Rate of Pay

$20.00 per hour

Schedule

Evenings & Weekends

Opening Statement

Do you enjoy fitness, helping others, and creating a welcoming space where community members can feel confident and supported in their wellness journey? Sagamok Anishnawbek is seeking two (2) motivated and community-minded Fitness Centre Attendants to join the Child and Youth Program team. In this role, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and inviting fitness centre while supporting members with registration, equipment use, facility orientations, and recreational activities.

Working alongside community members and the Child and Youth Program team, you will help promote healthy lifestyles, encourage safe participation, and incorporate Anishinaabe culture and Ojibway language into the fitness environment. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop your skills, and make a positive contribution to community wellness and an active, connected Sagamok Anishnawbek.

Why Join Sagamok Anishnawbek?

At Sagamok Anishnawbek, we believe our people are our greatest strength. As a growing and progressive First Nation, we are committed to building a workplace where employees are supported, collaboration is encouraged, and opportunities for professional growth are embraced. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values innovation, teamwork, cultural identity, and the meaningful contributions of every employee.

- Make a Difference: Contribute to meaningful work that strengthens our community, supports our people, and helps shape a brighter future for generations to come.

- Grow Your Career: Explore opportunities to develop your skills, expand your knowledge, and build a rewarding career within a diverse and evolving organization.

- Collaborate and Innovate: Work alongside dedicated professionals and community leaders who share a commitment to continuous improvement, creative problem-solving, and achieving common goals.

- Be Part of Something Bigger: Help advance community priorities while supporting Anishinaabe culture, traditions, language, and values in the work we do every day.

- Work with Purpose:



Find fulfilment in knowing that your efforts contribute to the well-being, success, and long-term prosperity of Sagamok Anishnawbek.

At Sagamok Anishnawbek, we are building more than an organization — we are building a stronger community and a future filled with opportunity. If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to working collaboratively, and eager to grow alongside a progressive First Nation, we invite you to explore a career with us.

Benefits

- Paid Time Off- Holidays and Medical Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Invitation to participate in community events
- On-site parking

What You Will Be Doing

- Assist with registration of new fitness centre users
- Assist with supervision of the fitness center and conduct inventory checks on a regular basis
- Assist with general maintenance and cleaning of the fitness centre
- Assist with general maintenance and cleaning of the Recreational Park next to the fitness centre
- Ensure participants of the fitness centre follow the rules of the facility and using equipment safely
- Responsible for tracking fitness center statistics and volunteer hours
- Create opportunities for incorporating the Ojibway language and culture into the facility and the programming occurring at the facility
- Facilitate fitness centre orientation sessions to increase confidence and competency within fitness centre participants, assist community members with their workout that may require additional support

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who brings:
- Priority will be given to post-secondary students within the health, fitness, recreational leadership or human services fields
- Knowledge of and respect for Anishnawbek values, teachings, culture, and traditions is of critical importance
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet and email software’s
- Able to work with minimum supervision
- Must be able to be physically active on a regular basis

Additional Requirements

- Must be able to work flexible hours.




- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check prior to employment and annually thereafter
- Sign and maintain an annual oath of confidentiality
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Valid driver's license and vehicle for on-the-job use
- Commitment to confidentiality and respectful participation in cultural activities and ceremonies
- Incumbent is subject to six months’ probation
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certification

About Sagamok Anishnawbek

Sagamok Anishnawbek is a growing and progressive First Nation located along the north shore of Lake Huron in Northern Ontario. Rooted in a rich Anishinaabe history, culture, language, and traditions, Sagamok is committed to building a strong, healthy, and prosperous future for its community members and generations to come. Guided by the principle of Mino-Bimaadiziwin — living a positive life — Sagamok Anishnawbek continues to advance community development, strengthen governance, and deliver programs and services that support the well-being, growth, and success of its people. Through a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the organization is creating meaningful opportunities that contribute to a thriving and self-sufficient community.

With a diverse range of departments, programs, and services, Sagamok Anishnawbek offers a rewarding environment for individuals who want to make a positive difference. Our employees play an important role in supporting community priorities, preserving cultural values, and helping shape the future of Sagamok.

Join a team where your work has purpose, your contributions matter, and your efforts help build a stronger future.

At Sagamok

Anishnawbek, you have the opportunity to grow professionally while being part of an organization dedicated to its people, its culture, and its community.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit an application through our Career Centre or send a Resume, Cover Letter and References to [email protected] Experience working with First Nations organizations or knowledge of Indigenous culture and community is an asset, and we welcome applicants who are committed to learning and working respectfully alongside the community.

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

📌 Fitness Centre Attendant (Ontario)
🏢 Sagamok Anishnawbek
📍 Ontario