Position Information **Job Title** Fitness Center Lead Assistant - Hired As-needed **Posting Category** Part-Time Staff **Starting salary range or starting hourly rate range** $16.38 - $21.30 based on experience and qualifications **Classification Title** **About Harford Community College** Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) . **Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement** Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status. **Benefits** **Job Description** The Fitness Center Lead Assistant supports the Fitness Center Manager with Open Recreation operations and patron services, including advising patrons on proper use of exercise equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to, providing customer service to Fitness Center patrons; enforcing Fitness Center rules and safety standards; maintaining an organized, clean, and safe environment; serving as first responder in emergency situations following College protocol; and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. Work is generally performed on the College campus unless otherwise specified. **_Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position._** _Your application to this position will remain active to December 31 of the current year. If you are not selected by that time, you must re-apply in order to be considered. If you apply_ **_on or after November 1 of the current year_** _, your application will remain active to December 31 of the following calendar year._ **Required Education** A high school diploma or GED is required, along with CPR/AED certification and certification in fitness and/or personal training. **Required Experience** A minimum of 1 year of work experience in the fitness industry. **Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities** + Familiarity with MS Office applications. + Excellent customer service skills + Knowledge of CPR/AED and first aid procedures to serve as a first responder during emergencies and ensure patron safety. + Must be able to clearly explain Fitness Center rules, provide guidance, and address patron questions or concerns in a professional and friendly manner **Preferred Qualifications** Preference will be given to applicants with fitness instruction experience. **General Weekly Work Schedule** The work schedule varies according to the Open Recreation schedule and may include day, evening and weekend hours, not to exceed 9 hours per week. The hours of part-time, as-needed employees are limited to a total of less than 500 hours in each fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). Posting Detail Information **Posting Number** 2025-037AO **Open Date** **Close Date** 12/31/2025 **Open Until Filled** **Special Instructions to Applicants** **Supplemental Questions** Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 1. *Do you have at least 1 year of work experience in the fitness industry? 2. yes 3. no 4. *Do you hold a current CPR/AED certification? 5. Yes 6. No 7. *Are you currently certified as a Personal Trainer? 8. Yes 9. No 10. *Do you have prior fitness instruction experience? 11. yes 12. no 13. *Do you live in Maryland or a contiguous state to Maryland? (PA, DE, VA, WV, DC) 14. Yes 15. No **Documents Needed To Apply** **Required Documents** 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Certificate/Licensure **Optional Documents** 401 Thomas Run Road Bel Air, Maryland 21015 443-412-2310 | HumanResources@harford.edu Back to top Copyright © Harford Community College