Performance Specialist Job TypeFull TimeJob ID 2019-14161 Job Location(s) US-MI-Detroit Job Post Information* : External Company URL www.teamexos.com Overview
EXOS helps people perform at a high level so they can achieve what matters most to them. Since our founding in 1999, we’ve become a leader in performance and proactive health, trusted by more than 150 clients, including corporations, academic institutions, health systems, sports organizations, the U.S. military, community centers, and residential communities. With award-winning facilities and spaces, technology, equipment, and services, EXOS connects people to the solutions they need and provides individualized plans based on time-tested fundamentals and research in order to help people take control of their performance and health
We know that athletes’ careers evolve and their goals change, but the one constant is the demand for staying at the top of their game, and pushing it to new levels. That’s why we develop personalized game plans for athletes around the world at any point in their career. We’ve helped individuals and teams in just about every sport on the elite level as well as college, youth, and high school. Wherever athletes are preparing to compete, EXOS specialists are helping them get there — from club team tryouts and high school championships to renowned events like NFL combine, the Olympics, and the World Cup.
Responsibilities
This is a Performance Specialist position with the EXOS Athletes’ Performance division of the company, which focuses primarily on the delivery and implementation of programming to athletes of all ages and backgrounds. While the majority of the Performance Specialist’s job will have a strong emphasis on coaching and program delivery, other job requirements may include:
•Instructing, motivating, and assisting athletes and clients in a safe, legal, moral, ethical manner to achieve their goals
•Conducting on-site assessments of athletes and clients utilizing our proprietary evaluation protocols
•Updating training plans and/or re-evaluating athletes and clients as needed to ensure optimal outcomes
•Maintaining constant communication with athletes and clients to ensure goals are being met
•Partnering with the employer to conduct various client engagement and educational activities and events
•Presenting EXOS methodology through EXOS education programs
•Reporting various metrics to operations, such as attendance, engagement, outreach efforts, and activity level
•Participating in program planning and development, as well as design and/or carry out related research
•Leading and/or participating in staff education covering all aspects of EXOS methodology
•Perform all aspects of position held in a professional manner
•Follow established policies and procedures of the company
•Maintain professional credentials as required including attending necessary continuing education courses
•Some travel may be required
•Other duties as assignedQualifications
Required Qualifications:
•Minimum of two years of personal training/strength coaching experience or completion of EXOS Performance Specialist Internship
•BA/BS Kinesiology or Sports Science or related degree
•Currently hold industry certification, preferably NSCA-CSCS or NASM
•Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in the development of exercise prescription
Preferred Qualifications:
•Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, Sports Science, Rehabilitation or related field.
•Excellent presentation skills in both small and large group settings
•Strong customer service skills where servicing the “client” is top priority
•Energy and passion for helping others achieve their personal goals
•Must be able to work independently with little daily supervision
•Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
•Experience teaching group fitness classes with emphasis on helping improve technique and ability
•Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or related products
Physical Requirements:
•Should be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted repeatedly throughout the workday
•Frequent walking around and demonstrating and assisting with exercise movements; bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, pulling and squatting are movements performed dailyWe are an equal opportunity employer
EXOS is proud to be an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. EXOS provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants for employment who have disabilities. You may request reasonable accommodation, in writing, by reaching out to our People Operations department at :
Attention : People Operations, Accommodations
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