Fitness Instructor - Frank Brown & Lake Wilmore

Job Description:

Fitness Instructor - Frank Brown & Lake Wilmore

Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Department: Parks and Recreation

Pay Grade: Temporary Pay Table

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Personnel Status: Temporary Part-Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and teaching fitness classes for the Parks and Recreation Department. This position reports to the supervisor of the facility they are assigned to.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops, promotes, teaches, and evaluates fitness-related classes.
• Keeps up-to-date rosters for classes.
• Keeps immediate supervisor informed of work progress and any potential problems.
• Monitors and maintains fitness area at assigned facility as needed.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the city and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Up to and including some high school. Minimum of six (6) months experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that would enable the employee to perform the job duties.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Possession of or the ability to readily obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of or the ability to readily obtain certification(s) for the specific fitness class(es) assigned to instruct (i.e., Zumba, Yoga, Body Pump, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of department and recreation center rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of safety principles and procedures involved in teaching fitness classes.
• Knowledge of CPR, First Aid, and AED procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in teaching others safe fitness techniques, styles, and exercise practices.
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium work, which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in an indoor recreation center environment and occasionally outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasionally in cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee may need to use small office equipment such as computers, multi-function copy machines, and telephone systems. The work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

This position is Temporary and not eligible for benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 8/1/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$21.00 Hourly