Fitness Instructor - Aquatics

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As a Fitness Instructor- Aquatics within Recreation and Social Programs or Parks and Open Spaces, you will teach a variety of fitness programs. Fitness instructors are responsible for planning and leading registered and/or drop-in fitness programs. Primary duties include:

• Teach specific skills to participants through progressive physical fitness development and sharing of knowledge.
• Plan and implement quality fitness programs.
• Assess participant needs and provide adaptations as necessary.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and program space.
• Ensure safety of participants.
• Maintain program records and assist with program evaluation.
• Maintain high degree of customer service.

Qualifications 

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Current Aquatic Exercise certification from Fitness Alberta (or an equivalent Aquatic Exercise certification such as CALA, YMCA) is required.
• Completion of a Tethered Deep Water Workout certificate is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in aqua fitness teaching is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability in assessing participant needs and determining adaptations as necessary.
• Strong communication skills along with demonstrated initiative, planning, and organizational skills.
• Sound judgement in safety standards and well-developed customer service skills.

Pre-employment Requirements 

• Current Intermediate First Aid certification (equivalent to Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level "C", and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is required.
• CPR must be renewed every two years.
• A valid Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided. Date of completion must be within the last 12 months.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
• Applicants may be contacted, interviewed, and hired throughout the duration of this competition.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit:  Recreation and Social Programs 
• Union: Non-Union/Code 86
• Position Type: 8 On-Call
• Compensation: Instructor Level 1: $27.27 - 33.57 per hour; Instructor Level 2: $31.47 - 41.96 per hour
• Hours of work: This position works on-call hours based on operational requirements.
• Days of work: This position typically works various days including daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Location: Various
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: September 29, 2026
• Job ID: 314806