Fitness Instructor

JOB LOCATION 18150 E Vassar Pl Aurora, Colorado 80013 City of Aurora, Colorado Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Primary Duties & Responsibilities Plan, design, and teach group exercise classes for the City of Aurora’s recreation division. Responsible for choreography/planning of exercise classes. Develop exercise programs designed for a variety of levels in a small and/or large group setting. Keep effective communication during class with participants using verbal cues/corrections/guidance. Set up of equipment and music prior to class and breaking down/cleaning after class. Keep up with the new trends of fitness to implement in classes/programs. Modify exercise plans based on needs, potential injuries or health issues. Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely. Perform minor first aid and respond to emergencies if needed. Effectively motivate participants and clients. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: High School Diploma; degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science preferred. Experience: At least 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes/personal training. Knowledge: Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each client’s needs. Ability to instruct and motivate people. Abilities: Instruct and motivate group fitness participants. Maintain a safe environment. Excellent communication skills. Teamwork. Licenses and Certifications Required: Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor from accredited institution CPR/AED certification. Working Conditions Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. Physical Demands: Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds at a time Frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing May require frequent pushing, pulling, bending and stooping. Teaching of fitness classes as scheduled. Work Environment: Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions. Equipment Used: Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and menu driven databases as a part of the Library automated systems This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. Knowledge of fitness equipment and accessories. The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. Benefits Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Reduced medical benefits? No medical benefits Sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act Salary and Hours The hiring rate for this role is $26.00/hour. This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. Equal Opportunity Statements The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. The city of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. The city of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The city shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the city shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. The city of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Additional Information Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position. 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