Group Exercise Instructor I

THE POSITION

• Continuous until filled

Job Summary:

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.

Work Schedule:

Varies from Monday-Friday 6:00 am-9:00 pm, Saturday 6:00 am-1:00 pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

• Instructs large groups and maintains control of large class settings.

• Instructs fitness level I or II 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) ten participants in class, per session.

• Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:

Education and/or Experience:

Completion of thirty (30) semester units with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science or a related field and one (1) year of full-time, paid group exercise instruction experience. Health club experience strongly preferred. 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.

• First-aid and CPR.

• Interpersonal skills, using tact, patience and courtesy.

Skill 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• 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.

Appointment:

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: ONLY THOSE AMONG THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED WILL BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EXAMINATION PROCESS, WHICH WILL BE AN INTERVIEW, WEIGHTED AT 100%. APPLICANTS WHO FALSIFY, EXAGGERATE OR EXCLUDE MATERIAL FACTS ON THEIR APPLICATION MAY BE EXCLUDED FROM THIS AND FUTURE EXAMINATION PROCESSES AND IF HIRED, TERMINATED FROM EMPLOYMENT. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.

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1.The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?

• Yes

• No

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Do you have (1) year of full-time, paid group exercise instruction experience?

• Yes

• No

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Do possess a valid certification from the following nationally recognized organization? Please select all that apply.

Please note: Proof of certifications selected must be attached at the time of submission with your application.

Online certificates are not acceptable.

• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
• Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
• American Council on Exercise (ACE)
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certificate

04

Have you completed thirty (30) semester units with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science or a related field?

Please note: Proof of transcript must be attached at the time of submission with your application.

• Yes

• No

05

Which one of the following statements best describes the highest education you earned?

Please note: Proof of education (AA degree or higher) must be attached at the time of submission with your application.

• I earned a high school/GED certificate.
• I earned an Associates degree.
• I earned a Bachelor's degree.
• I earned a graduate degree.

06

For the degree completed and selected above, please list your major area of study, (e.g. civil engineering, etc.). If you have no degree mark N/A

Required Question

Agency City of Carson

Address 701 E. Carson Street

Carson, California, 90745

Phone (310) 952-1736

Website http://ci.carson.ca.us