Fitness Instructor
Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager or designee, successfully instruct group fitness classes and implement participant engagement iniatives that align with the core value of the Agency. This position serves as a vital role in engaging and retaining participants as well as facilitating a safe and effective workout.
Employment Type: Seasonal
*$25.00/hour
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One year of personal training or related field
- One year customer service
*$35.00/hour
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Two years of personal training or related field
- Two years customer service
*$45.00/hour
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- BA Degree in Kinesiology or relate field
- Three or more years of personal training or related field
- Two years customer service
Submit the following items:
- Resume ( 3 pages Max)
- Cover letter
- Application Online
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following but no limited to:
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- Provide top quality safe, creative, inviting, and encouraging instruction
- Develop and deliver exercise programs based upon participants’ abilities, health, and goals
- Maintain current and accurate records of all participants
- Represent the Agency in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow-through and response
- Create a welcoming environment for participants
- Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of particiapnts.
- Assist with the planning and implemention of instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall development of particpants.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect participants, equipment, and facilities
- Maintain and secure all equipment and supplies
- Follow established procedures in the event of an injury
- Attend and participate in staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve performance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Fitness instructor supervises participants.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
At least one year customer service experience
At least one year paid personal trainer experience* or related field
*Experience must be verified in writing by former employer.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
To qualify for this position, candidate must possess Nationally accredited Certified Fitness Instructor Certification, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Concussion Certification. Fingerprint and TB clearance are a condition of employment and must be obtained prior to start date.
Conditions of Employment
Upon offer of a position, LGS Recreation staff must obtain fingerprint and TB clearances. Any mandatory trainings required for the position must be completed within 10 days of employment.
This is a short-term, seasonal assignment.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, jump, push and pull equipment. Vision and hearing must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; run; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in an outdoor environment with occasional wet and slippery conditions. Exposure to variable weather conditions
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of this position. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek assistance as required. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization’s services (may include: visitors, employees and other community members).