Aquatics Fitness Instructor (on-call)

The City of Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Department is seeking Aquatics Fitness Instructors for group classes, serving a wide range of fitness levels. Classes are held indoors in either our competitive pool, or our recreation pool. The ideal candidate is reliable, while bringing energy and expertise to each class.

Aquatic Fitness Instructors deliver effective workouts in a safe environment by monitoring and adjusting activities to meet each person’s ability and skill level. They are encouraging and build a positive rapport with each participant. Instructors must have the ability to demonstrate safe exercise techniques and communicate simultaneously.  

HOURS:  This is a year-round position, up to 20 hours per week. Building hours are typically between 5:00a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays, and 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays – programming hours will vary throughout the day. 

For more information about the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center (LORAC), visit: https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/parksrec/recreation-and-aquatics-center

• Provide safe, fun and challenging aquatic fitness classes in deep or shallow water 
• Teach in and/or out of the water depending on the class
• Create a positive environment for new and experienced participants alike
• Support and encourage all participants to reach their fitness goals
• Begin and end all classes on schedule
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly space for classes
• Communicate incident/injury reports to supervisor 
• Offer modifications on different exercises

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 1-year experience in the fitness industry (Preferred)
• CPR/AED Certification
• Specialized training and/or current certification as an Aquatics Fitness Instructor
• Detail oriented and committed to customer service
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Available for in-person instruction/programming

Application Process: You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us/jobs to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. This position is open until filled. 

The City of Lake Oswego is committed to fostering a workplace where new ideas and diverse perspectives are valued. This involves hiring a workforce that reflects a variety of skills, expertise, and life experience, including those who may come from a non-traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience that meet the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. 

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local law. 

As part of our commitment, The City of Lake Oswego will ensure that persons with disabilities are offered reasonable accommodations. Please email your accommodation request to [email protected] before the application deadline.