"Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor"

Job Details

Job Title: Part-Time Group Fitness Instructor

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 289999

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Group Fitness Instructor on the Dahlonega Campus. Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading multiple group fitness classes that range in variety and levels, including counting, cueing, organizing, and choreography. Chosen candidate will be a knowledgeable and energetic interested in promoting fitness on campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide group workouts to varying age and skill range for participants in small and large group settings, including counting, cueing, organizing, and choreography.
• Maintain group fitness equipment, rooms, and storage areas.
• Wear Campus Recreation and Wellness attire and a name tag while on duty or representing the department at events.
• Implement university and recreation facility rules and procedures.
• Assist with special events, as requested by supervisor.
• Respond to emergencies following the CRW Emergency Action Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and to be able to communicate effectively with their peers, University employees and possibly, community agencies.
• Ability to teach at a variety of times in conjunction with the CRW Recreation Center schedule.
• Ability to conduct safe and effective classes.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Ability to teach at a variety of times in conjunction with the CRW Recreation Center schedule.
• Ability to conduct safe and effective classes.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and to be able to communicate effectively with their peers, University employees and possibly, community agencies.
• At least 6 months of experience leading Group Fitness classes

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary for this position is: $15.50 hour.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653>.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at <https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php>

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.