JOB LOCATION 30 N Del Mar Cir Aurora, Colorado
City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity,
Respect, Professionalism, and
Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hiring salary: $22.00/hour
This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Personal Trainers. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.
This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT Plan, design and lead personal training clients through exercise for the City of Aurora's recreation division.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Responsible for creating own exercise program based on needs of clients with varying levels of fitness on an individual basis and a small group setting
- Conduct assessments and make recommendations for improvements to client health and wellbeing
- Communicate effectively with client(s) and Fitness Specialist
- Possess knowledge of fitness equipment and appropriate use
- Keep up with the new trends of fitness and remain current on certifications
- Modify exercise plans based on needs, potential injuries or health issues
- Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely
- Perform minor first aid and respond to emergencies if needed
- Effectively motivate participants and clients
- Available to work on early or late shifts and on weekends
- Perform additional duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education: - High School Diploma; degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science preferred
Preferred Experience: - At least 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes/personal training.
- Nationally recognized group fitness or personal training certification (NASM, ACE, ISSA, NSCA, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working with adults ages 18+ preferred.
Knowledge: - Experience developing and implementing lesson plans and hands-on experience teaching subject matter.
- Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each client's needs
- Ability to instruct and motivate people
Skills: - Strong interpersonal and managerial skills
- Skill in the use of windows-based programs to allow for effective teaching methods.
- Strong customer service skills
Abilities: - Instruct and motivate group fitness participants
- Maintain a safe environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork
Licenses and Certifications Required: - Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor from accredited institution
- CPR/AED certification
WORKING CONDITIONS - Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds at a time
- Frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing
- May require frequent pushing, pulling, bending and stooping.
- Teaching of fitness classes as scheduled.
Essential Personnel: - When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Work Environment: - Works primarily indoors indoor in a clean, comfortable environment instructing a program.
Equipment Used: - Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel. Ability to operate a laptop and projector system to assist in teaching methods.
- This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.