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Fitness Specialist (Health Fitness Services Representative)
  • Job Number: 25759
  • Functional Area: Customer Relations/Service
  • Department: DAPER Facilities
  • School Area: Dean for Student Life
  • Pay Range Minimum: $22.57
  • Pay Range Maximum: $30.60
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 4


Posting Description

FITNESS SPECIALIST (HEALTH FITNESS SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE), DAPER Facilities, will be responsible for creating, coordinating, implementing, and delivering comprehensive health and fitness programs, services, promotions, and outreach initiatives; and providing exceptional service to members and program participants to maximize engagement, outcomes, and overall satisfaction.

A full job description is available here: https://studentlife.mit.edu/about-dsl/careers/

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of three years of related experience, and a full working knowledge of general office practices and procedures; current certification as a Group Fitness Instructor from a nationally recognized organization; current certification as a Personal Trainer from a nationally recognized organization or must obtain certification from an approved organization within six months of hire; and CPR/AED certification or willing to obtain within 3 months of hire. PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree in related field; strong proficiency in group fitness instruction, including class design and delivery; expertise in personal training and program design; demonstrated ability in creating engaging incentive programs and challenges; and ability to work independently, strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to motivate others.

9/17/2026