Fitness Instructor - Aqua Fitness Instructor - City of Greeley

Salary Range: $22.37 - $27.96 Hourly

Job Summary:

The City of Greeley Recreation is looking for certified Group Fitness Instructors to join our growing team. We are looking for instructors who can teach a variety of formats including Aqua Fitness, MindBody (Yoga/Pilates), Cycling, SilverSneakers, Dance Fitness, Strength and Aerobic-Style Training. Instructors are responsible for leading safe, effective, and motivating group fitness classes for community members.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

• Nationally Accredited Group Fitness Certification required: ACE, AFAA, ISSA, NETA, and/or Nationally Recognized Specialty Certification deemed appropriate for the class format.
• Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Preferred:

• Two (2) years Customer service experience.
• Two (2) + years of Group Fitness instruction.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to design an effective class based on the format and participant needs.
• Knowledge of proper group fitness components: warm-up, aerobic conditioning and strength, flexibility, and cool-down segments.
• Ability to communicate proper form and usage of fitness equipment.  
• Ability to provide exercise modifications and progressions for a wide variety of abilities.
• Knowledge and understanding of cuing and musicality.
• Ability to uniquely motivate and build rapport with class participants to provide a safe and welcoming environment.
• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and best practices, including customer needs assessments, meeting quality service standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of incident response and handling methodologies.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to actively listen, address customer needs, defuse tense situations, and maintain an open, flexible, and friendly demeanor.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the design and delivery of group fitness classes on the weekly schedule.
• Keeps accurate record of class attendance.  
• Cross-trains in other group fitness formats.
• Serves as a role model to staff and participants as it relates to personal fitness, etiquette and safety.
• Provides a friendly, inclusive, service-oriented environment for staff and participants.
• Provides positive relations and policy education to participants.
• Maintains familiarity of Greeley Recreation functions including risk management procedures, membership information, basic operational practices, and understanding of programs and services.
• Responds to all injuries and assist in immediate emergency procedures.
• Keeps group fitness studios and closet areas clean and organized.
• Maintains NCCA Group Fitness or specialty certification and CPR/AED/First Aid certifications per industry standards.
• Personal commitment to pursuing continuing education and advanced understanding of fitness, nutrition, and wellness industry standards. 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts while performing job responsibilities.
• Occasionally loud noise levels within the recreation facilities.
• Workdays can extend from early mornings to late evenings, as well as weekends and holidays.
• Variable Hour Position: employees are expected to work less than 30 hours average per week. 
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Physical effort required including, but not limited to, lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, and prolonged standing and walking.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com .

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.