Open Recruitment

GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR II

Part-Time

$25/class

 

Open:  May 9, 2007                                                                          Final Filing Date: Until Filled

 

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, conducts and supervises basic/specialized physical fitness aerobic classes and programs for various age groups, develops lesson formats and choreography; works various schedules; and performs related duties as required.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Instructs large groups and maintains control of large class settings; instructs fitness level II and III progressions and follows the fitness level progressions; prepares and choreographs class programs with minimal supervision; teaches classes including, but not limited to, muscle conditioning, step aerobics, spinning, yoga, and pilates; gives verbal instructions and simultaneously gives physical demonstrations; maintains a rhythm; demonstrates safe and effective moves and flexibility exercises; may provide guidance on nutrition and wellness; maintains own music library, ensures proper and safe operation of aerobic fitness equipment and accessories as it pertains to the class; provides information to the public on class programs, activities and events at the sports complex; assists in administering first aid; must maintain an average of (10-15) ten to fifteen participants in class, per session; performs related duties as required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:  Completion of thirty (30) semester units with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science or a related field and two (2) years of full-time, paid group exercise instruction experience plus six (6) months of paid instruction experience at the Veterans Sports Complex.  Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to one (1) year.

 

Knowledge of:  Aerobic movement; basic training principles and safety guidelines; proper stretching and exercise techniques; class components/structure; basic anatomy and physiology; organization and leadership techniques; sports, fitness, and wellness principles, activities, and programs; safe use of equipment.

 

Skills and/or Ability to:  Organize the activities of individuals and groups using the sports and fitness facilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; apply First-Aid and CPR.


License and Certificates:  Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.  Employees in this classification will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver’s license and reflects driving record.  Possession of valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certificate is required.  Must possess a valid certification from a nationally recognized organization such as American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), American Council on Exercise (ACE), and any other nationally recognized certification in basic group exercise, aerobics/body sculpting, step or muscle conditioning class.  Online certificates are not acceptable.

 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:  Require standing, walking, jumping, crouching, stooping and bending; require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate objects; require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds; require arduous exercise, and/or workout; require to work evenings and/or weekends.

 

HOW TO APPLY

An application may be obtained from Human Resources, 701 East Carson Street, Carson, CA  90745, (Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., (310) 952-1736).  A completed application must be received by Human Resources.  A resume may be submitted with, but cannot substitute for a completed City of Carson employment application.

 

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience.  Those applicants determined to best meet the stated qualifications will be invited to an interview.

 

OTHER INFORMATION

The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Special assistance with the application and selection process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities.  Call Human Resources for assistance at (310) 952-1736.

 

APPOINTMENT

All employment offers are conditional based upon the successful completion of a medical examination (which will include a drug screening) and a police records check.  All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

 

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

 

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