Fitness Instructor

Job Title

Under direct supervision, implements and directs a wide range of physical fitness programs for various ages in a health club environment; provides general guidance to members; supervises programs, equipment and patrons in Fitness Room; stimulates interest in a variety of age-appropriate physical fitness programs; provides orientation of Fitness Room to all new members and tours to potential members; assesses member's fitness level and fitness goals, selecting/updating appropriate fitness programs as needed; provides continuous instruction on all equipment and machines; assists members and guests with their workouts, being sensitive to their needs; orientates all subordinate staff to the Fitness Room/equipment; maintains, cleans and provides general upkeep of weight equipment and cardiovascular machines; maintains accurate records to be submitted in a timely fashion; provides general supervision and maintains control, exercising proper disciplinary control in Fitness Room; enforces all rules and regulations as set by the Department/City; maintains professional attitude and open communication between supervisor, staff, members and guests; performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Training Guidelines Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Completion of 12 units of college level course work in Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition or related subjects.
• One year experience in the area of Athletic Training, Fitness Testing, Physical Therapy or Fitness Training.
• Possession of a valid Class 3 California Driver's License and maintenance of a reasonable driving record.
• Within the first six weeks of employment, obtain and maintain current certification in Community or Stand First Aid and Community CPR. Only certification through the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or comparable organization will be accepted. Personal or Fitness Trainer certification by an accredited organization within 60 days of employment.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of age-appropriate physical fitness workout programs suitable for a health club environment; general principles of health and nutrition; proper usage and maintenance of weight equipment and cardiovascular machines; Fitness Room supervision; safety and first aid practices; record keeping procedures; ability to effectively lead fitness level and age-appropriate activities and workouts in a health club environment; train and direct subordinate staff; establish and maintain a clean and safe work environment; communicate both orally and in written form at level required for successful job performance; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Application Procedure: A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Selection Process: Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting. Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility: Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code: 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. For more information, please see the City's Veteran's Preference Policy. (Download PDF reader) E-Verify: The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.