Group Exercise Lead

Job Summary:

The CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center is seeking a full-time Group Exercise Lead position at 0.625 FTE. This position oversees the staffing and scheduling of the Fitness Center Group Exercise programs and onsite and offsite special exercise programming needs. The position determines which group exercise classes to offer given clientele and latest industry trends. This position will be responsible for promoting and growing the Group Exercise program.

The Anschutz Health and Wellness Center teaches over 40 group exercise classes per week in Strength, Mind/Body, Aqua, Cycling and Cardio. The Group Exercise Lead will be expected to teach regular occurring classes, as well as filling in to sub classes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and evaluate group exercise instructors as needed to meet demand for classes.
• Sets standard procedures and trains instructors.
• Encourage member attendance and monitor class attendance to determine scheduling changes or class additions or deletions to schedule.
• Ensures classes are held as scheduled, substitutes when needed and cancels classes as necessary.
• Assists General Manager and Assistant General Manager with budget development.
• In conjunction with the General Manager, Assistant General Manager, and Marketing and Communications personnel ensure promotions and content are provided for class awareness and special offerings.
• Ensure adequate quantity and proper functioning of small equipment for group exercise classes.
• Work with the Center IT Manager to ensure functioning audio systems in studios and pool for group instruction.
• Uses member feedback to structure class offerings and updates as needed.
• Updates the class schedule for various outlets each month: print, website, member app - keeps app updated for classes requiring reservations, etc.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Anschutz Health and Wellness Center resides within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center (CU AHWC) is an interdisciplinary center whose overarching goals are to have an impact on the campus while building towards sustainability.

The mission of the center is "to collaborate with campus partners to develop and deliver programs and services targeting physical activity, nutrition, and mental wellbeing that enhance the lives of people who come here."

The vision of the center is "a campus where wellness is a foundation of everything we do." All endeavors at the center are focused on this vision. An integrated approach with a shared philosophy is core to the development of the center's programs. These programs strive to involve every area of the business, including wellness clinic services, the fitness center, and the metabolic and demonstration kitchens. Without this integration, it is not possible to achieve the vision that catalyzed the development of the center. The center serves as a "learning lab" for creating a model of standard care for wellness centers that can be replicated and exported.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience teaching group exercise fitness classes, personal training, or a combination of both.
• Current certification from a nationally accredited group (e.g. AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NETA).

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• One (1) or more years of experience with managing a center group exercise program.
• Certified to teach licensed or branded classes (E.g. Zumba, Les Mills) or classes requiring additional certifications (e.g. yoga, Pilates).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to lead a team of over thirty group exercise instructors and coordinate scheduling and communication to provide dependable class schedules.
• Ability to instruct in a variety of group exercise classes.
• Ability to lead classes in a positive/enthusiastic manner to a variety of members, offering modifications/options to members as requested.
• Ability to instruct classes effectively using both verbal and physical cues.
• Knowledge of exercise studio audio equipment and usage of equipment.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five (3-5) professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
4. Proof of certification to teach licensed or branded classes (E.g. Zumba, Les Mills) or classes requiring additional certifications (e.g. yoga, Pilates).

Questions should be directed to: Tim Holan; timothy.holan@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 15^th, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $23.97 - $29.72/hour

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.