Instructor II, III or IV-Senior Fitness

Job Summary:

Provides quality fitness instruction for the benefit of the participants. The days of work and hours will vary with each class. This position will report to a Recreation Coordinator.

The salary range for this position is:

Instructor II $15.52- $20.96 per hour,

Instructor III $17.08- $23.05 per hour,

Instructor IV $18.78- $25.36 per hour,

All salary ranges based on qualifications and experience.

Position will remain open until filled.

This is a part-time, less than 20 hours per week non-benefitted position.

Essential Functions:

• Provide safe and effective class instruction to registered participants; provide make up sessions as required.
• Develop and implement lesson plans.
• Participate in required trainings & safety meetings.
• Inspect classroom/program environment and equipment to insure safety.
• Handle emergencies according to established procedures.
• Keep current on the trends and advancements in the area of assigned class activity/training utilizing approved educational sources.
• Complete and maintain accurate administrative & record keeping tasks including but not limited to participant medical assessments, written consent forms, written exercise plans, guest evaluations, descriptions for promotional brochures.

Other Job Functions:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Instructor II: High School Graduate or GED required.

Instructor III: High School Graduate or GED required, 2 Year Associate Degree or higher in recreation, education or related field preferred.

Instructor IV: High School Graduate or GED required, Bachelor's Degree in recreation, education or related field preferred.

Experience:

Instructor II: 1 year experience teaching or participating in the specific exercise/fitness classes discipline required.

Instructor III: 3 years experience teaching a variety of fitness classes required.

Instructor IV: 4 years teaching and training experience required. Experience conducting workshops and leading in-service training required.

Certifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire date required.
• Silver Sneakers Foundations certifications
• Complete supervisory led training within 45 days of hire required.
• Course work in recreation, education or related field preferred.

Instructor IV: All of the above and current certification from a specialized nationally recognized organization required. Example: Pilates, NIA, and Yoga. Certification must include a practicum and written examination. Nationally recognized primary group exercise certification preferred (e.g ACE or AFAA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of activity required.
• Strong oral communication skills required.
• Work effectively and diplomatically with diverse groups required.
• Strong customer service skills required.
• Handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment and diplomacy required.
• Build and maintain strong participant enrollments.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent l ight to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Frequent e xposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Frequent e xposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
• Occasional minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Occasional exposure to routine office noise and equipment.

Additional Working Demands/Conditions:

• Must be able to physically & safely lead and demonstrate the skill and/or activity. Will be required to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends. May require pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, positioning and moving equipment necessary for the activity.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Non-Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement - 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave - Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours)

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check, including a criminal sex offender search.

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