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WorkFit Fitness Instructor (4128U), Recreational Sports - 40023

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Departmental Overview

Cal Recreational Sports is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge, wellness, fitness and quality of life for students, faculty, staff and the community. In addition to the 27 sport clubs and 600 intramural sports teams, the department offers a wide range of recreational activities and state of the art equipment, including a complete package of fitness activities, from individual and group classes to massage therapy and personal training.

For more information, visit recsports.berkeley.edu

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: August 18, 2022.

Responsibilities

• Provides activity instruction to program participants, individually or in groups, in person or virtually.
• Maintains a supportive environment for program participants and facilitates involvement.
• Interacts with recreational program participants in a positive manner.
• Broadens knowledge of teaching methods, techniques and skills through continuing education.
• Participates in required professional development activities.
• Perform administrative duties that may include virtual class hosting or assistance with program operations.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures.
• Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, critical thinking, multi-tasking, time management skills, and dynamic flexibility in adapting to the needs of clients.
• Ability to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills.
• Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills.
• Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn campus policies and procedures.

Education

• High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training.

Licenses / Certifications

• Current, nationally recognized fitness certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Licenses / Certifications

• Certification to instruct in the applicable recreational sports program or equivalent experience preferred.
• Standard First Aid Training Certification preferred.

Salary & Benefits

• This is a 12 month, part-time position, hours will vary depending on teaching schedule, with a maximum of 30% or 12-hours per week.
• This is a contract (temporary) appointment.
• This position is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience within the range of $16.99 - $55.00.
• This position does not qualify for benefits. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying. Please upload the document in the Resume section, then skip the (optional) Cover Letter upload section.

Other Information

• Recreational Sports is hiring thirty (30) WorkFit Fitness Instructors.
• This is a remote-friendly position, eligible for 100% remote capability.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct



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