Group Exercise Instructor

Job Summary

Under general supervision, conducts and supervises basic/specialized physical fitness aerobic classes and programs for various age groups, develops lesson formats and choreography; works various schedules; and performs related duties as required.

Varies from Monday-Friday 6:00 am-9:00 pm, Saturday 6:00 am-1:00 pm.

These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.

Completion of thirty (30) semester units with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science or a related field and one (1) year of full-time, paid group exercise instruction experience. Health club experience strongly preferred. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to one (1) year.

• Aerobic movement.
• Basic training principles and safety guidelines.
• Proper stretching and exercise techniques.
• Class components/structure.
• Basic anatomy and physiology.
• Organization and leadership techniques.
• Sports, fitness, and wellness principles, activities, and programs.
• Safe use of equipment.
• First-aid and CPR.
• Interpersonal skills, using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Organize the activities of individuals and groups using the sports and fitness facilities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Apply First-Aid and CPR.

Possession of valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certificate is required. Must possess a valid certification from a nationally recognized organization such as American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), American Council on Exercise (ACE), and any other nationally recognized certification in basic group exercise, aerobics/body sculpting, step or muscle conditioning class.

Online certificates are not acceptable.

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Require standing, walking, jumping, crouching, stooping and bending.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate objects.
• Require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds.
• Require arduous exercise, and/or workout.
• Require to work evenings and/or weekends.

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete and include any and all required documents. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections:

• SME review, no weight
• Selection Interview, 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant’s indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

NOTE:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The City of Carson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to build collaborative teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community.

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