Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from City of Livonia
Job overview
The Parks & Rec Level 9 position as a Certified Fitness/Wellness Instructor involves planning and instructing specialty fitness and wellness classes to support community health and wellness.
Responsibilities and impact
The instructor will plan and lead specialty classes, ensure participant safety, follow daily procedures, work variable hours including weekends and holidays, and perform related duties as assigned.
Compensation and benefits
Advancement in pay steps occurs after six months and one year based on hours worked and performance evaluations; specific salary and benefits details are not provided.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be at least 16 years old, able to lift 35 pounds, demonstrate fitness techniques, and obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 30 days; experience and current specialty certification are preferred.
Career development
Advancement opportunities include step increases after six months and one year contingent on hours worked and satisfactory evaluations.
Work environment and culture
The role requires working effectively with the public and department personnel, emphasizing safety and adherence to procedures in a community-focused environment.
Company information
The City of Livonia operates community programs including parks and recreation services aimed at promoting health and wellness.
Job location and travel
The position requires availability to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays, implying a community-based setting likely within City of Livonia facilities.
Unique job features
The job features advancement opportunities based on performance and hours worked, with a focus on specialty fitness and wellness instruction.
Company overview
The City of Livonia is a municipal government located in the state of Michigan, United States. It provides a wide range of public services to its residents, including public safety, parks and recreation, public works, and community development. The city generates revenue primarily through property taxes, service fees, and state and federal grants. Established in 1950, Livonia has grown into a vibrant suburban community with a focus on maintaining a high quality of life for its citizens. Candidates should be aware of Livonia's commitment to community engagement and continuous improvement in public services.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your certifications in fitness, wellness, CPR/AED, and First Aid, emphasizing any specialty classes you have planned or instructed.
Showcase your experience with exercise physiology, ability to work variable hours, and capability to lift and demonstrate physical techniques relevant to the position.
Apply through multiple channels such as the City of Livonia’s official website and LinkedIn to maximize your application exposure.
Connect with current Parks & Recreation staff or fitness instructors at City of Livonia on LinkedIn; open conversations by asking about their favorite programs or how they maintain participant safety during classes.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'Certified Fitness Instructor,' 'exercise physiology,' 'CPR/AED certification,' 'wellness programs,' and 'participant safety' to ensure it passes initial screening.
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