Recreation Leader III - Fitness Instructor

City of Lakewood • Lakewood, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lakewood is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and creative individual for a part-time position in the Recreation and Community Services Department. The position instructs fitness classes for older adults in the community, with activities ranging from walking club and chair exercise to low-impact aerobics and strength training. The Recreation Leader also sets up and demonstrates fitness equipment and supervises the Weingart Fitness Room. The role is at-will, serving at the pleasure of the City Manager or designee.

Hours are determined by departmental needs, up to a maximum of 28 hours per week. The flexible schedule may include weekdays, evenings, and weekends. The position is part-time and has no benefits.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Supplemental coursework in physical education or exercise physiology.
• Two years of work experience as a fitness instructor.
• Possess a valid Class C operator's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record.
• Obtain and maintain current First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. CPR certification must cover adults, children, and infants; AED certification must cover adults and children. Certification must be obtained within six months of appointment.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of exercise and fitness instruction, and exercise physiology as it relates to older adults and fitness regimens.
• Ability to conduct a variety of fitness classes and use a variety of fitness equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form and work effectively with staff and the public.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance, work pace, work schedule, and punctuality.
• Selected candidates must provide a certificate documenting examination within the last two years and freedom from communicable tuberculosis, signed by a licensed examining physician or public health agency, by the date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• American Council on Exercise (ACE) or another fitness certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and implement a variety of fitness classes for older adults, including walking club, chair exercise, low-impact aerobics, and strength training.
• Set up fitness equipment and demonstrate its use.
• Supervise the Weingart Fitness Room.
• Administer first aid and CPR to park patrons as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED