- Location
- Trussville, AL, AL, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Individuals working as Fitness Instructors are responsible for the development of a variety of health, fitness, and wellness programs in an effort to improve the overall health of the community. They design physical ability training/testing programs, administer fitness and rehabilitation programs, and may instruct group classes. Employees in this job class also monitor attendees of the fitness center and participants of their programs as a way to assess the effectiveness and safety of their programs. Fitness Instructors primarily work within fitness and recreation facilities with occasional visits to offsite fitness locations. Their work is evaluated by a Fitness Center Director for completeness, safety, and effectiveness.Assists in the development of a variety of health, fitness and wellness programs based on gathered information, participant needs and trends within health and wellness, in order to improve the overall health and wellness for the community.
Participates in the administration of fitness and rehabilitative programs by working one-on-one with clients, instructing group classes and monitoring attendees of the fitness center to ensure safe and effective implementation.
Participates in the assessment of the health, fitness and wellness programs to determine their effectiveness and make adjustments when necessary.
Communicates information to and interacts with a variety of individuals internal and external including employees, the general public, vendors, etc. in regards in programs and services provided by the department.
Participates in the day-to-day operations of the Fitness Center by performing general tasks, administrative duties, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, and inventory monitoring tasks in order to ensure a clean and safe environment.Driver's license.
CPR and AED certification.
First Aid certification.
Completed twelve hours of college coursework in any of the following areas: Physical Education, Health Promotions, Health Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or other Health/Physical Education courses.
Option B
Driver's license.
CPR and AED certification.
First Aid certification.
Work experience conducting organized fitness activities such as aerobics, weight training, flexibility training, and/or relaxation classes.
Work experience conducting field testing such as obstacle courses, cardio-respiratory endurance testing (e.g., running), and muscular endurance tests (e.g., sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups).
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of an American College of Sports Medicine Certification.
Possession of a Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification.
Possession of a Personal Training or Group Exercise Certification.Work Environment
Work is performed primarily within fitness and recreation facilities. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. along with the frequent use of various types of fitness equipment. May be exposed to bodily fluids (e.g., urine, sweat, saliva, blood, etc.).
Physical Demands
Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of physical fitness to maintain physical strength and endurance. May involve regular prolonged periods of balancing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or running. May involve regular lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the City of Trussville at any time.
CITY - GRADE 15
Participates in the administration of fitness and rehabilitative programs by working one-on-one with clients, instructing group classes and monitoring attendees of the fitness center to ensure safe and effective implementation.
Participates in the assessment of the health, fitness and wellness programs to determine their effectiveness and make adjustments when necessary.
Communicates information to and interacts with a variety of individuals internal and external including employees, the general public, vendors, etc. in regards in programs and services provided by the department.
Participates in the day-to-day operations of the Fitness Center by performing general tasks, administrative duties, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, and inventory monitoring tasks in order to ensure a clean and safe environment.Driver's license.
CPR and AED certification.
First Aid certification.
Completed twelve hours of college coursework in any of the following areas: Physical Education, Health Promotions, Health Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or other Health/Physical Education courses.
Option B
Driver's license.
CPR and AED certification.
First Aid certification.
Work experience conducting organized fitness activities such as aerobics, weight training, flexibility training, and/or relaxation classes.
Work experience conducting field testing such as obstacle courses, cardio-respiratory endurance testing (e.g., running), and muscular endurance tests (e.g., sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups).
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of an American College of Sports Medicine Certification.
Possession of a Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification.
Possession of a Personal Training or Group Exercise Certification.Work Environment
Work is performed primarily within fitness and recreation facilities. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. along with the frequent use of various types of fitness equipment. May be exposed to bodily fluids (e.g., urine, sweat, saliva, blood, etc.).
Physical Demands
Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of physical fitness to maintain physical strength and endurance. May involve regular prolonged periods of balancing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or running. May involve regular lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the City of Trussville at any time.
CITY - GRADE 15
Skills
CPR
