Certified Group Fitness Instructor - Denver Parks and Recreation

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Employment Requirement:
City employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All persons offered a position will be required to provide valid proof of vaccination prior to starting employment. Refer to the COVID-19 Employee Vaccination Mandate Candidate Q&A
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This is an on-call position which will work no more than 39 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits. On-call positions may have routine or variable work schedules
Our Recreation Division operates an impressive network of 30 recreation centers that offer affordable programs and a wide variety of activities to enrich the lives of Denver residents and visitors year-round. Denver Parks & Recreation employees are devoted to positively impacting our diverse population, including children, youth, adults, seniors and special needs groups. With over 1,000 organized classes and activities going on at any given time, the City & County of Denver offers a wide variety of programs and facilities! Our facilities promote a safe and fun learning environment through the provision of well-rounded amenities including multi-purpose rooms, exercise rooms, weight-rooms, dance spaces, pools, basketball/tennis courts, playgrounds, athletic fields, running track and more! With these kinds of resources at your disposal for developing fitness programs, you are sure to attain professional development and success with the City & County of Denver!
Denver Parks & Recreation Fitness serves all fitness levels through a variety of services led by more than 100 fitness professionals! The City & County of Denver's Fitness team is looking to hire Group Fitness Instructors to be a part of their team.
The key responsibilities of a Group Fitness Instructor include: Develops exercise programs designed for a variety of levels and lead clients/participants through workouts in individual, small group, and/or large group settings.
Demonstrates appropriate modifications of exercises
Assists in participant recruitment, retention, program marketing, and special events
Provides professional, safe and effective demonstrations while offering ongoing motivation and feedback to clients
Creates enthusiastic and energetic workout environments while providing specific emphasis on proper execution of movements
Meets the outstanding customer service standards of Denver Parks and Recreation
Keeps current on all certifications and industry practices
Shows a willingness to answer questions and utilize positive conflict resolution skills.
Maintains a clean and safe orderly work area
Complies with employee procedures and expectations as detailed in the employee manual.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
About You
We are looking for knowledgeable and enthusiastic Certified Group Fitness Instructor who can provide engaging programming, with an eye for safety and fun! Our ideal candidate will possess: Current certification by a nationally recognized organization (such as but not limited to: ACE or AFAA)
OR a current specialty fitness certification (such as but not limited to Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Essentrics®, or cycling) by a nationally recognized organization
Current CPR/First Aid Certification
Bachelor's degree in exercise science, community health, exercise physiology or related field
Industry relevant experience as a Group Fitness Instructor
We realize that your time is valuable, so please do not apply unless you meet the following minimum qualifications: Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
Experience Requirement: None
Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirement.
License/Certifications: Certification as an instructor and/or trainer in yoga, step aerobics, kick boxing, boot camp, hip-hop, interval training, sports performance, strength training, Pilates, Zumba, indoor cycling, core conditioning or any fitness area by a nationally recognized organization
Requires certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or within six months hire date
Licensure and certification must be kept current as a condition of employment
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RG2111 Fitness Instructor Certified
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Based on education and experience
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Parks and Recreation
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