Group Fitness Instructor

Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Location : Mounds View
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202400031
Department: Public Works/Parks and Recreation
Division: PR/Admin
Opening Date: 04/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

Primary Objective of Position

Nature of Work:
This position is responsible for leading and coordinating group fitness training sessions to participants of all ages and abilities. The Group Fitness Instructor will demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills; and is responsible to maintain a working knowledge of current fitness industry practices in order to provide group fitness participants effective information and training.

Communicates with:
Internally - Parks and Recreation staff.
Externally - General public.

Supervision:
None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Work Functions:
• Plans and leads exercise/activity sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas.
• Ensures all necessary equipment is set up for class.
• Inspects equipment to ensure it is clean and in safe working order.
• Advises participants on program and class policies and procedures.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants, introducing them to other group fitness members.
• Continually develops exciting, innovative workouts for group fitness members.
• Ensures safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants.
• Reports accidents and prepare accident reports, as instructed.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to group fitness members.

Other Work Functions (Illustrative Only):

• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications / Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of related fitness experience.
• Recognized competency in field of instructional expertise.
• Certified in basic group exercise.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• May require technical certification dependent on the instructional specialty (AFAA, ACE, NETA, NASM, etc.).
• Certified in CPR, First Aid, AED or the ability to be certified within first 30 days of employment.
• Skilled in the use of first aid procedures.
• Ability to deliver quality programming within a diverse community setting.
• Skilled in time management with attention to punctuality.
• Knowledge of fitness training and education methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of exercise principles and technology.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of fitness equipment and facilities.
• Has the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision during program time.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Function:24% or Less25% - 49%50%-74%75% or moreOffice environmentX Sitting, standing X Walking, reaching, pulling X Typing/data entryX Talking, hearing X Close and distance vision X Color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision X Atmospheric Conditions X Hazardous materials X Environmental X Moderate (50 pounds of force) X
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Council, City Administrator or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Mounds View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

WAGES Dependent on Qualifications:
$17.00 = 0 - 2 years experience + Basic group exercise certification
+$1.00 and 3 - 5 years experience
+$2.00 and 5-10 years experience
+$3.00 and 10+ years experience

+$1.00 Personal training certification
+$1.00 For each specialty Group Fitness certification (Pilates Reformer, Yoga, etc.)

Max $23.00/hour
Attach/Include certifications in application process.
Part-Time staff - meeting PERA requirements, receive PERA as a benefit.
*PERA

• PERA Coordinated employees contribute 6.5% of their pre-tax wage
  • The City contributes a matching contribution of 7.5%
  • Vested after 3 years of employment

01

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

Do you have a minimum of 1 year of related fitness experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have recognized competency in the field of instructional expertise?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you certified in basic group exercise?

• Yes
• No

05

What field of instruction do you teach (Examples: Yoga, Pilates)
06

List locations and lengths of time you've instructed in this/these field(s):
07

Are you First Aid certified or are you willing to become certified within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

08

List any technical certifications you possess (Examples: AFAA, ACE, NETA, NASM, etc.). Please attach copies of your certifications.
09

Do you have the desire to work with the public?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you able to work the following days/times? (Please check the appropriate boxes:)

• Monday a.m.
• Monday p.m.
• Tuesday a.m.
• Tuesday p.m.
• Wednesday a.m.
• Wednesday p.m.
• Thursday a.m.
• Thursday p.m.
• Friday a.m.
• Friday p.m.
• Saturday a.m.
• Saturday p.m.

11

Are you willing to work with people of diverse backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

12

Are you available to work a schedule of up to 20 hours/week?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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