NRC Group Fitness Instructor

Job Summary – About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District’s safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant personality.  Work record that shows reliability, initiative, tact and productivity.  General knowledge and understanding of proper exercise techniques and habits. The group fitness instructor must have the ability to effectively educate and demonstrate to participants these techniques and habits.  

Need to Have: Prefer a high school diploma or equivalent, professional certification preferred (i.e. ACE, AFAA). Certified in First Aid, CPR and AED. Prefer work experience in the fitness related field and previous experience instructing fitness activities.

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones  

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.

• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.

• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.

• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the supervisor of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation and the Community Center Supervisor, the Group Fitness Instructor shall complete his/her assigned duties to the best of his/her abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public, cooperating agencies and fellow employees.

• Provide information and assistance to fellow staff members.

• Communicate orally.

• Operate sound equipment as needed.

• Utilize program materials.

• Coordinate fitness routines.

• Effectively demonstrate and teach fitness skills ranging from beginning to advanced skills.

• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to duties involved.

• Resolve problems with participants.

• Perform first aid, AED, and CPR and execute emergency procedures as necessary.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• The ability to assist with special projects.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
• The ability to set up and take down rooms for programs and rentals.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations.  The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.