Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : Kenner, LA
Job Type: Part time
Job Number: 311307
Department: Parks & Recreation - Unclassified
Opening Date: 03/10/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT Part Time: 17 Hrs/Week
To teach aerobics and physical fitness.
Duties of Responsibilities KIND OF WORK/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (This is descriptive, not restrictive as to all tasks included in this position).
- To instruct physical fitness classes.
- To be the representative for the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department at physical fitness classes for interpretation of the rules and regulations.
- To be responsible to report to the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department any problems that may occur during class.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:
Will be required to work at assigned location of aerobics - physical fitness classes. Work hours will be determined by schedule set for aerobics - physical fitness classes by the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department, Leisure Service Division.
COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:
This individual must be able to read and to be able to comprehend directions from the Leisure Service Supervisor or Leisure Service Manager concerning various rules and regulations set forth by the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department, Leisure Service Division. Must be able to act as a mediator and supervisor if a dispute occurs during class.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Stereo and fitness equipment.
ADA COMPLIANCE PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:
Standing, bending and moving constantly during class instruction time.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Some tasks require the ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of shapes and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Some task may risk exposure to irate individuals and intimidation.
MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:
Must be able to communicate in English both orally and in writing. Must be able to comprehend verbal or written direction and instructions from Leisure Service Manager.
HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:
To be able to monitor and respond in a responsible manner in various situations and to maintain an objective attitude, tact and discretion under these conditions.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be age 18 or older and must have advanced knowledge of aerobics and physical fitness.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior background in physical fitness instruction.
Supplemental Information APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETE, ACCURATE, AND SPECIFIC HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full-time employment. Dependent coverage is also available. The City of Kenner also offers voluntary insurance plans: DENTAL, VISION, and SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS (VOLUNTARY LIFE, CANCER, ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL CONFINEMENT, LONG-TERM DISABILITY and SHORT-TERM DISABILITY).
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Life Insurance policy through Prudential Life Insurance Company. The coverage is one and half times the employee's salary, up to $300,000. The policy also provides a Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit. The premium cost is covered by the City of Kenner. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full time employment.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The City of Kenner's regular full time employees are enrolled with the Municipal Employees Retirement System of Louisiana. Both the City of Kenner and the employee contribute the required percent to the system. The employee's contributions are kept on account and will be refunded, if the employees leaves employment before they are retirement eligible.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City of Kenner currently participates in a 457 Plan with MassMutual. This is a voluntary investment program that the employees are allowed to participate in at a contribution rate of their choice (must be within the designated maximum and minimum limits, as set for by Plan Document). The City of Kenner does not contribute to the 457 Plan.
HOLIDAYS: Sixteen paid official holidays are observed, plus any other holidays which may be declared by the Mayor.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE: Eligible Kenner employees earn annual leave and sick leave. Accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service.
WORKING TEST PERIOD: Upon appointment to a position in the classified service, the employee shall serve a working test period of six (6) months, unless extended.
EAP: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a program which provides a professional to help employees and their families to resolve problems. This service is 24 hrs. / 7 days per week, voluntary participation and confidential.
Kenner reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
CITY OF KENNER
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