- Salary
- $20k – $30k/yr
- Location
- TX 75069, TX, TX
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under direct supervision of the recreation supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting in the engagement of instructors, filling available times for classes, and working with all contracted and volunteer group exercise instructors to engage substitute instructors as needed. This position is responsible for evaluating the quality of the group exercise classes, member’s needs and enhancing the program accordingly. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must hold a SCW Fitness Education’s Aquatic Exercise Certification along with a current group exercise certification from one of the following groups: American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), or Cooper Institute. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must possess or obtain First Aid/CPR certification within first 30 days of hire. Basic computer and phone skills required. Basic office applications required (proficient in Word, Excel, and Publisher).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to see, speak, and hear to conduct classes. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The indoor environment provides for a safe and healthy work environment and is smoke and drug free. Occasionally, it may be wet and humid, as well as moderately loud. The outdoor work environment may result in exposure to extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold and humidity.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under direct supervision of the recreation supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting in the engagement of instructors, filling available times for classes, and working with all contracted and volunteer group exercise instructors to engage substitute instructors as needed. This position is responsible for evaluating the quality of the group exercise classes, member’s needs and enhancing the program accordingly. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
- Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
- Contribute to a positive work culture.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
- Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
- Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in the training, selection, supervision, and evaluation of the group exercise class instructors.
- Fosters professional standards among instructors and members.
- Monitors instructors to ensure they are providing safe, fun, and motivational group exercise classes.
- Promotes all facilities, programs, and services when in contact with members and/or guests.
- Creates and maintains the group exercise schedule.
- Tracks and reports usage statistics for all group exercise classes to ensure the facility is offering a strong variety with the best instructors available.
- Teaches group exercise classes, and subs for classes when instructor is not available.
- Conducts oneself at all times in a manner of professionalism that aligns with the values, philosophies and standards of the city.
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings.
- Adheres to all written mandatory standards of operation, policies, procedures, manuals, memos, and oral instructions, etc.
- Arrives to work every day, on time as scheduled.
- Exercises good interpersonal skills by gladly assisting others to accomplish the work of the organization, even if it is outside the scope of regular duties. Respond to people, staff, and the public in a tactful, professional, and pleasant manner.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS
- Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of fitness and other classes.
- Skill to conduct fitness courses, both as a sub or as an instructor for specific classes.
- Skill to create and maintain scheduling for all fitness and other classes.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.
- Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Builds professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offers flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
- Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must hold a SCW Fitness Education’s Aquatic Exercise Certification along with a current group exercise certification from one of the following groups: American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), or Cooper Institute. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must possess or obtain First Aid/CPR certification within first 30 days of hire. Basic computer and phone skills required. Basic office applications required (proficient in Word, Excel, and Publisher).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous supervisory experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to see, speak, and hear to conduct classes. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The indoor environment provides for a safe and healthy work environment and is smoke and drug free. Occasionally, it may be wet and humid, as well as moderately loud. The outdoor work environment may result in exposure to extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold and humidity.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Skills
ExcelCPR