Recreation Program Generalist - Water Aerobics Instructor

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled

Salary: $16/hr.

Hours:

Varies

Must be available mornings

Part-Time Non-Benefited

The City of Laramie is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Recreation Program Generalist to serve as a Water Aerobics Instructor for the Parks and Recreation Department's aquatic fitness programs. This position involves planning and leading group water fitness classes, ensuring participant safety, and fostering an inclusive and motivating atmosphere.

• Plan and lead group water fitness classes.
• Ensure participant safety during all activities.
• Foster an inclusive and motivating atmosphere for participants.

• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be available to work weekday mornings (8am-10am).
• Must be able to work effectively in a team atmosphere and communicate well verbally.
• Must be able to work independently and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Must be able to interact positively and professionally with adult and senior patrons.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification are required (training will be provided to successful candidates).
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  A combination of the following experience and training, or the equivalent of, would be qualifying:
• Experience teaching or assisting with aquatic fitness, swimming, or water aerobics programs.
• Current Water Aerobics, Aqua Fitness, or Water Exercise certification from a recognized organization (e.g., AEA, Red Cross, YMCA, or similar) preferred.
• Working knowledge of recreation and fitness program principles, safety procedures, and class design.
• Ability to project their voice and communicate clearly in a loud aquatic facility environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability for self-motivation and initiative.

• Experience teaching or assisting with aquatic fitness, swimming, or water aerobics programs.
• Current Water Aerobics, Aqua Fitness, or Water Exercise certification from a recognized organization (e.g., AEA, Red Cross, YMCA, or similar) preferred.
• Working knowledge of recreation and fitness program principles, safety procedures, and class design.
• Ability to project their voice and communicate clearly in a loud aquatic facility environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability for self-motivation and initiative.

All offers of employment are contingent on a background check, drug screening, and driver license verification.

* The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.*