Fitness Instructor
Fitness Instructor
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Job Description
JOB LOCATION
800 N Telluride St Aurora ColoradoCityof AuroraColorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora were growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles or core values that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:IntegrityRespect Professionalism andCustomer Service and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- WellFunded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- Onsite fitness center and overall employee wellbeing programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hiring salary: $22.00/hour
The deadline to submit an application to this position is April 31 2025. However it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained.
This posting is collecting applications for Beck Recreation Center and Aurora Center for Active Adults.
This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour NonBenefit Employee) where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
Plan design and teach group exercise classes for the City of Auroras recreation division.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for choreography/planning of exercise classes
- Develop exercise programs designed for a variety of levels in a small and/or large group setting
- Keep effective communication during class with participants using verbal cues/corrections/guidance
- Set up of equipment and music prior to class and breaking down/cleaning after class
- Keep up with the new trends of fitness to implement in classes/programs
- Modify exercise plans based on needs potential injuries or health issues
- Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely
- Perform minor first aid and respond to emergencies if needed
- Effectively motivate participants and clients
- Available to work on early or late shifts and on weekends
- Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered.
Education:
- High School Diploma; degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science preferred
- Nationally recognized group fitness or personal training certification (NASM ACE ISSA NSCA etc.
Preferred Experience:
- At least 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes/personal training.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each clients needs
- Ability to instruct and motivate people
Abilities:
- Instruct and motivate group fitness participants
- Maintain a safe environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor from accredited institution
- CPR/AED certification
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
- When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
- Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds at a time
- Frequent lifting carrying walking and standing
- May require frequent pushing pulling bending and stooping.
- Teaching of fitness classes as scheduled.
Work Environment:
- Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions
Equipment Used:
- Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email internet Word Excel and menu driven databases as a part of the Library automated systems
- This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle cell phone tools etc. in the course of their employment.
- Knowledge of fitness equipment and accessories.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history including military service and related documentation (DD214 on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex race age sexual orientation creed national origin disability or military status gender identity unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law the City of Aurora maintains a drugfree workplace. A positive test of is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing Thorough Criminal Background Check and Employment References:
As a condition of employment all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
Employment Type
Part-Time
