Fitness Instructor

We are currently recruiting qualified applicants for the Fitness Instructor position. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

All about working at the City of Golden:
Being a Golden employee is more than just a job; it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. The City of Golden has over 500 employees serving the community in parks and recreation, public works, public safety, and administration. The City offers a wide array of benefits and perks designed to enhance the work and wellness experience our employees enjoy today and into the future.

The Golden Parks and Recreation Department is a CAPRA Accredited Parks and Recreation Department and most recently received the Gold Medal Award from the National Recreation & Parks Association (NRPA).

We are looking for qualified candidates to teach Fitness classes at our Community Center: “Providing Memorable Recreation Experiences for Our Community.” This position will teach a variety of fitness classes to youth, adults and seniors.

Teaches classes in specific areas of expertise (Aerobics, Tai Chi and/or a variety of Martial Art forms). Coordinates and prepares music and choreography of class routines as necessary.

Assist the Recreation Coordinator – Fitness Programs with the evaluation of the program by providing feedback and recommendations for class/program improvement.

Handles and reports to the Recreation Supervisor any problems, concerns, or emergencies that arise during their classes.

Exercises safety awareness and practices.

Responsible for set‑up and take down of equipment when applicable.

Responsible for securing a substitute when unable to work assigned class.

Follows and enforces all department policies, rules, and regulations while maintaining a friendly and professional attitude.

Other duties may be assigned.

Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. All Aerobic Instructors must possess a current certification by a national accredited fitness‑testing agency.

Language

Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Must have excellent customer service skills. Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment during stressful situations.

Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one‑or two‑step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

Other

Skills and Abilities:

Must be self‑motivated and must work well independently. Ability to work well with people of all ages and abilities. Provides positive, fun, and safe experiences to the class participants.

Mats, free weights, xertubes, steps, fitballs, bars, tape player, CD player, headset, and microphone system.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.

Work environment is primarily in an indoor setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part‑Time and Seasonal…