Hourly Pooled- Group Fitness Instructor - Campus Recreation
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Job Description
The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position the Universitys Mission Vision and Values and encourage you to submit an application today!
JOB TITLE:
Group Fitness Instructor
JOB PURPOSE:
The Campus Recreation Fitness Program strives to encourage a healthy balanced lifestyle to all participants through inspiration teamwork and positivity. Our instructors and trainers are a team dedicated to getting people moving together. As a fitness team member you will be exposed to educational topics around exercise science and programming team building and leadership. Your entry into teaching fitness or training clients follows a clearly structured shadowing process (usually lasting one semester) to ensure you have the knowledge skills and abilities to deliver impactful movementbased experiences. JFNTMP
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Obtain and maintain necessary fitness certifications within the first 6 months of employment.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive group exercise environment and ensure that every participant has a positive movementbased experience.
- Design and implement safe effective and enjoyable group fitness classes.
- Have a solid understanding of exercise science class program design anatomy and wellness principles.
- Must be familiar with current UW Campus Recreation Fitness class offerings.
- Provide personalized attention and customer service to class participants and Campus Recreation patrons.
- Display a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
- Utilize scheduling and fitness software.
- Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings.
- Obtain or show proof of CPR/1st Aid.
- Assist with special programs/workshops/fairs.
- Assist with cleaning tasks and other duties as assigned.
Employee Benefits:
- Experience working with real people in a group exercise setting.
- Access to Half Acre facility study materials mentors peers and various leadership styles.
- Be a part of something that impacts the lives of many.
- Work within a flexible schedule that supports your academic success.
- Partial certification reimbursement if conditions are met.
COMPETENCIES:
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Energetic
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- MUST BE A STUDENT to apply.
- MUST graduate NO EARLIER than May 2026.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Holding a current Fitness Certification is NOT required to apply but MUST BE OBTAINED within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
- MUST BE A STUDENT to apply.
- MUST graduate NO EARLIER than May 2026.
- MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER speaking to your desire and ability to be a Group Exercise Instructor for Campus Recreation and what types of classes you would like to invest yourself in. If already certified speak to your experience. Applications without a cover letter will NOT be considered.
- A resume with a contact phone number and @uwyo email address.
- Holding a current Fitness Certification is NOT required to apply but MUST BE OBTAINED within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process.
Please direct questions or correspondence to:
Kevin Bretting
Fitness Coordinator
Half Acre Recreation & Wellness Center Rm 107F
HIRING STATEMENT:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please callor email .
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie a town of 30000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university helping to make it a leader in academics research and outreach. The university has stateoftheart facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorados Front Range a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver Boulder and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region please visit http://visitlaramie/
Employment Type
Part-Time
