Duties: Under the direction of the General Manager - Proctor and Logan Recreation Center, the Fitness Instructor is responsible for the following:

• Using a set curriculum to conduct and teach activities.
• Keeping all areas clean and safe for guests.
• Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed; supporting all aspects of the Park District’s safety procedures.
• Performing all other duties as required.

Essential Functions: The work requires periodic physical exertion in handling supplies, equipment, and materials relative to the services rendered. Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds each leg of a repetitive unloading/re-loading process is required on a periodic basis. The programmed activities involve risks that are typically associated with athletic and fitness services or events, thus requiring normal safety precautions typical of the sports and fitness industry. Exposure to power requirements, chemicals, and various hand tools relative to athletic facility maintenance may be periodically required. The indoor work environment is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

Experience: Teaching experience and experience in customer service preferred.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Must possess excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public and Peoria Park District personnel.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Familiarity with the operation of general office equipment.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

Perks:

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.