Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the direction of the Health & Wellness Manager to lead all aspects of 
Group (Land & Water) Fitness classes and programs. Schedules group fitness classes and events at all applicable 
Memphis Parks’ locations to meet the needs and demands of each community. Coordinates the interviewing and hiring 
process, as well as the training for new fitness instructors. Coaches and leads their staff in the delivery of an outstanding 
experience for members, citizens, and the community at large. Coordinates and publishes a group calendar for all 
applicable locations via social media and the Memphis Parks website. Ensures instructors are properly certified and 
maintains the organization of certification records. Evaluates and maintains fitness equipment to ensure is in good 
condition for the public and staff. Coordinates and modifies class schedules based on demand and/or instructor 
availability. Oversees the implementation of the daily operations of the Group Exercise program. Coordinates and teaches
a specified number of classes per week, as agreed upon with the Health & Wellness Manager. Organizes, plans, promotes, 
schedules, and executes Group Exercise events and special programs, including employee initiatives. Travels to and 
attends various meetings and work sites across the City. Promotes a professional work environment by modeling the core 
values of Memphis Parks. Initiates and maintains group exercise attendance records and established key performance 
goals. Maintains cooperative, functional relationships with senior leadership team, peers, and subordinates.
Communicates and updates schedule changes in a timely manner between staff, leadership, and the public. Acts a leader 
in emergency situations, while reporting any accidents or incidents according to emergency action plan. Maintains
knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of health, fitness, and wellness programming.

OTHER FUNCTIONS: 
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires 
ability to operate general office equipment such as a computer and a telephone. Requires the ability to operate an 
automobile. Requires the ability to walk, stand, kneel, and stoop. Requires the ability to lift, pull and move up to 50 
pounds, and able to stand or sit for long periods of time. Requires the ability to be physically able to successfully 
complete required certifications.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment. Requires travel 
between building sites and to various meetings, offices, and other locations. May occasionally be exposed to outside
weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Physical Education, Public 
Administration or a related field and five (5) years’ experience in coordinating wellness and fitness activities with three
(3) of the five (5) years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to 
perform the essential job functions. Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) or American Council on 
Exercise (ACE) certification required. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification preferred. Must 
possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment.

The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of “first responders”, must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments." 
 
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov. 

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