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Group Fitness Instructor, Part Time - Cycling Instructor



Job ID: 281869

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular



About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Delivers group fitness services to the KSU community using the recommended methods of nationally recognized certifying agencies.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Exhibits expertise in exercise principles, kinesiology, and biomechanics.
2. Instruct participants on proper and safe exercise techniques, including progressions and regressions.
3. Develops and conduct classes focused on strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
4. Inspire, lead, and guide participants through effective and enthusiastic workouts.
5. Implements appropriate class layouts based on the format and participants' needs.
6. Demonstrates proficiency in first aid, CPR, AED, and emergency action plans.
7. Advocates for the mission of the Department of Sports and Recreation.
8. Maintains current certifications, including CPR/AED, First Aid, and relevant fitness formats.
9. Teaches a minimum of 3 classes per week, with availability for up to 6 hours weekly.
10. Assist with substituting for dropped classes when possible.
11. Assist with the cleaning and inspection of equipment.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required

Other Required Qualifications
Possess and maintain a nationally accredited Group Fitness certification or specialty equivalent.
Possess and maintain current CPR, First Aid, AED certification or ability to attain within 60 days of employment.

Required Experience
Basic Group Fitness Instructor -On-job training or one(1) year of previous training experience.
Advanced Group Fitness Instructor -Over one (1) to two (2) years of previous training experience.
Senior Group Fitness Instructor - Over two (2) years of previous training experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Athletics and Fitness Association of America Group Fitness Instructor Certification (AFAA)
American College of Sports Medicine Certified Group Fitness Instructor (ACSM)
American Council on Exercise Group Fitness Instructor Certification (ACE)
American Sports and Fitness Association Group Fitness/Bootcamp Certification (ASFA)
Specialty certifications and licensures are welcome in accordance with the needs of Owl Fit and students at KSU.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one-time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Strong communication skills

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

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 not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf




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