JOB TITLE: Group Fitness Instructor

DEPARTMENT:  Community Services

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 5

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Part-time, seasonal and temporary

HOURS OF WORK: 24 hour workweek / variable hours / flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required

LOCATION: Undefined

HOURLY RATE:  $34.48

POSTING DATE:  May 06, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  August 04, 2024

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Recreation Programmer/Coordinator, Instructors are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing a high quality program that is stimulating and enjoyable for all participants. Responsible for the safety and well-being of registered participants at all times.

• Plan, organize and deliver high quality safe and stimulating fitness classes for all levels of participants
• Keep current with industry trends and new class formats
• Provide a high level of front line customer service including greeting and engaging participants
• Communicate with participants in regards to program opportunities and accident prevention
• Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency situation
• Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (eg. attendance, incident/accident reports, opening and closing procedures)
• Maintain a safe and tidy program space ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately
• Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor and take appropriate action
• Maintain an understanding of department programs and services
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards for all participants and staff
• Attend meetings/training as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Minimum 18 years of age

EDUCATION:

• Certified Fitness Instructor from an accredited organization

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrate ability during practical assessment

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• Current Standard First Aid / CPR C from an accredited organization, or ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Interview:  Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by August 04, 2024 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement.  The City of Brampton requires all applicants to have a valid Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (if 18 years of age or older) issued from their local police department, dated within the last six (6) months. All checks must indicate for the purpose of employment. 

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

Please be advised, the City of Brampton uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the Job Competition and your application will be removed from the Competition. 

The City is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@brampton.ca or 905.874.2150 with your accommodation needs, quoting the job opening ID#, job title. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. 

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