Fitness Instructor 1 and 2, Aquatics

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• 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.

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Current Aquatic Exercise certification from Fitness Alberta (or an equivalent Aquatic Exercise certification) 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.
• 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.

• Union:
  Non-Union/ Code 86
• Business Unit:
  Recreation and Social Programs
• Position Type: 10 On-Call
• Location:
  
  Various locations
• Compensation:
  Instructor Level 1 $ 27.27 - 33.57 per hour
  Instructor Level 2 $ 31.47 - 41.96 per hour (2026 Rates)
• Days of Work:
  This position typically works various days including daytime, evenings, and weekends.
• Hours of work:
  This position works on-call hours based on operational requirements.
• Audience:
  Internal/External
• Apply By:
  February 13, 2026
• Job  #: 313048