Group Fitness Tiger X Instructor (Temporary)

Job Description

Primary Purpose:
Tiger X Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading fun, high-energy, and motivational group fitness classes that support the health and well-being of participants. Instructors create inclusive, dynamic workout experiences while ensuring safety, proper technique, and progression for all fitness levels.

Essential Functions:

• Lead regularly scheduled and assigned group fitness classes for Pacific Recreation
• Design and conduct classes in accordance with Baun Fitness Center protocols, including:
  • Proper warm-up, structured class routines, and cool-down/stretch sessions
  • Appropriate music selection that matches the intensity and format of the class
  • Safe and effective exercises within your certified expertise
  • Ongoing attention to participant safety and engagement
  • Fostering a welcoming, supportive, and motivating environment
  • Promoting and enforcing Pacific Recreation policies consistently
• Support fitness-related special events and departmental initiatives.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing participant questions and feedback.
• Assist with fitness equipment maintenance and inventory; make recommendations for future equipment needs.
• Secure substitutes and class coverage when unable to attend a scheduled class.
• Clock in/out for all hours worked; track and report participant attendance after each class.
• Communicate major concerns, incidents, or equipment issues directly to professional staff.
• Arrive on time and prepared for classes, appointments, or meetings.
• Attend all staff meetings, in-services, and any required individual check-ins.
• Create a physically safe environment for participants of all abilities. Instructors must be capable of performing a variety of movements including aerobic exercises, jogging, dancing, stepping, marching, hopping, skipping, jumping, bending, stretching, and lifting light weights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, or GED.
• Current fitness certification from a Pacific Recreation-approved organization (e.g., ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, AFAA, NFPT, NPTI, Zumba, etc.).
• Current CPR/AED certification or obtain within 30 days of hire. In-house certification may be provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong public speaking and communication skills.
• Holds two national certifications in different group fitness formats, or
  Holds one national certification and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least one year of teaching or training experience in group fitness or related settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in a campus or community setting.
• Ability to integrate culturally responsive practices into instruction and programming.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must possess physical strength and flexibility. Coordination, rhythm, and timing skills are also necessary. Must have the strength and ability to safely lift and move up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Classes are scheduled Monday through Sunday and may include early morning hours, afternoon hours and evening hours.

Hiring Range: $22-$35 DOE (We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.)

Background Check Statement:
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.