Fitness Instructor

About the role

• JOB LOCATION
• 18150 E Vassar Pl Aurora, Colorado 80013
• Cit y of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The city of Aurora's Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Department's mission is to encourage active lifestyles and create healthy environments for people, nature and community.

The award-winning operation consists of seven divisions (Golf, Open Space and Natural Resources, Parks Operations, Planning, Design and Construction, Recreation, Business Services and Communications) that collectively manage more than 8,000 acres of open space, 100+ parks, 180+ athletic fields, over 100 miles of trails, three nature centers, two reservoirs, five recreation centers, five golf courses, indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities and one of Colorado's largest municipal urban forestry programs.

• Aurora PROS is committed to delivering exceptional public service while being responsible stewards of its diverse system of parks, programs, natural resources and amenities that enhance the daily quality of life for Aurora residents.
• The hiring rate for this role is $26.00/hour.

• This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week.
• This position does not provide medical benefits.
• This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.

• The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
• This job announcement is to collect candidate applications for current and future Fitness Instructor positions. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.

Position overview

Are you a passionate fitness professional who loves inspiring others to reach their health and wellness goals? The City of Aurora's Recreation Division is looking for a dynamic Fitness Instructor to design, choreograph, and lead high-energy group exercise classes for our vibrant community. Bring your expertise, creativity, and motivation to our team while making a lasting, positive impact on our members' daily lives!

Plan, design, and teach group exercise classes for the City of Aurora's recreation division.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for choreography/planning of exercise classes
• Develop exercise programs designed for a variety of levels in a small and/or large group setting
• Keep effective communication during class with participants using verbal cues/corrections/guidance
• Set up of equipment and music prior to class and breaking down/cleaning after class
• Keep up with the new trends of fitness to implement in classes/programs
• Modify exercise plans based on needs, potential injuries or health issues
• Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely
• Perform minor first aid and respond to emergencies if needed
• Effectively motivate participants and clients
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• Education: High School Diploma; degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science preferred

Experience

At least 1 year of experience teaching fitness classes/personal training.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each client's needs
• Ability to instruct and motivate people

Abilities

• Instruct and motivate group fitness participants
• Maintain a safe environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Teamwork

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor from accredited institution
• CPR/AED certification

Working Conditions

Essential Personnel

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands

• Medium work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds at a time
• Frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing
• May require frequent pushing, pulling, bending and stooping.
• Teaching of fitness classes as scheduled.

Work Environment

• Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions

Equipment Used

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and menu driven databases as a part of the Library automated systems
• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
• Knowledge of fitness equipment and accessories.

Additional information

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:

As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.