Group Fitness Instructor

Group Fitness Instructor
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Position number: POS9000
Name: Geoff StickPosition: Business Leader Leisure and Aquatic CentrePhone: 03 6323 3321Email: ******
Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street Launceston
T 03 6323 3000
E ******
www.launceston.tas.gov.au
EmploymentInformationPackage
mailto:****** http://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/ Contents
Introduction 3
City of Launceston Organisational Directory 4
Organisational Values 5
Information for Applicants 6
Recruitment Steps 7
General Conditions of Employment 8
Position Description 9
Address all correspondence to:
Manager People and Culture
City of Launceston
PO Box 396
LAUNCESTON TAS 7250
Email address: ******
When emailing your application, attachments should be sent in either Word
(.doc/.docx), PDF (.pdf), TIFF (.tiff), JPEG (.jpg) or Excel (.xls/xlsx) formats.2

Introduction
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Launceston is the regional hub of Northern Tasmania
and enjoys a rich natural and social history. Located at
the head of the picturesque Tamar Valley, the
Launceston region is renowned for its award-winning
features and friendly residents. Our city is human scale.
A series of green and wild spaces linked by heritage
streetscapes and thoughtful adaptions. A real blend of
old-world and new, tradition and innovation.
The City of Launceston municipal area covers an area of 1,405square kilometres with a population of around 71,000 residents.
The City of Launceston is Tasmania's largest municipal councilin terms of population and revenue. Launceston boasts all themajor facilities of a much larger city, many of which are ownedand operated by the City of Launceston.
The City of Launceston is served by 12 Councillors, includingthe Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
Click here to view City of Launceston's strategic and annualreporting.
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https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Strategies-and-Reports City of Launcestonorganisational chart
The City of Launceston is recognised as
an Employer of Choice by the Tasmanian
Government.
An Employer of Choice
is a workplace that demonstrates
contemporary workplace practices and
provides outstanding support for its staff.
The Council employs around 570 employees
across a range of responsibilities.
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Organisational values
At the heart of our organisation are our four organisational values.
Our employees are expected to adhere to, support and promote our
values at all times.
Our aim is to attract and retain people who share our values and want be a part of our positive
workplace culture. Before submitting your application please review our values and decide if
they are a good fit for you.
? We value clear and open
communication
? We support and encourage each
other
? We recognise individual needs,
experience and strengths
OUR PEOPLEMATTER
? We take pride in our work and
pursue a standard of excellence
? We genuinely listen, and value
collaborative relationships
? We strive towards the best
outcome for our community
? We make responsible and
WE CARE ABOUTOURCOMMUNITY
? We actively seek opportunities to
continuously improve
? We respect and explore different
ideas and perspectives
? We embrace change that leads to
positive outcomes
? We value innovation and creativity
WE BRING AN OPENMIND
? We show care for people and look
out for one another
? We speak up and support others to
be healthy and safe
? We take personal responsibility for
our own health and wellbeing
WE GO HOME SAFEAND WELL
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Information for applicants
When applying for this position, you must provide the following documentation:
1. Covering letter
2. Statement addressing the selection criteria (highlighted criteria only)
3. Resume
The online Application for Employment can be accessed here(you will be asked to attach your supporting documentation)
1. Your covering letter should introduce you and explain why you areapplying for the role.
2. All recruitment and selection decisions are based on merit. The mostsuitable person in terms of skills, knowledge, qualifications, relevantexperience, alignment with organisational values and work attitudes isselected for the position. Selection is based on the assessment ofeach application in relation to the selection criteria identified in theposition description. The position description is included later in this
The selection criteria consists of the qualifications, knowledge, skills,attitudes and abilities required to successfully perform the role. Youmust provide a statement that addresses each highlighted selectioncriterion for the role. Your statement should include examples thatdemonstrate how you meet each criterion.
Please see information here on how to address the SelectionCriteria.
3. Your resume should provide details of your qualifications, workhistory, special skills, training and competency details and referees,plus any other information that may support your application. Beclear and informative. Include the names, position titles, addressesand telephone numbers of at least two work referees.
City of Launceston is an
equal opportunity employer.
Our workforce is diverse,
inclusive, flexible and family
friendly.
We value the different
backgrounds, skills and
contributions of all employees
and treat each other and our
community with respect.
We want opportunities at City of
Launceston to be accessible
and attainable to all candidates.
If you are interested in this role
but have concerns about your
suitability, please talk to us
application.
Please read this
information carefully, as it
will help you with the
preparation of your
employment application.
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https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job 1. Application received
2. Shortlisting
? Shortlisted applicants will be
contacted by telephone or email
to arrange an interview.
? Unsuccessful candidates will
be advised by email.
3. Interview
4. Pre-Employment Checks:
? Reference Check
? Police Check
? Medical Assessment
? Drug and Alcohol screening
All costs covered by City of Launceston
5. Suitability determination and
preferred candidate identified
6. Letter of Offer
Employee benefits? Our employees have access to discounted health insurance options
through St Luke's Health and BUPA.
? Employees have access to a free EAP service, which provides support
and counselling for personal and work related issues, coaching and
advice for leaders and counselling assistance for immediate family
members.
? We are committed to providing a working environment that is sufficiently
flexible to meet the operational requirement and workload demands of
the City of Launceston while accommodating, where possible, the
needs of our employees.
? Discounted membership at Launceston Aquatic.
? Discounts at the Museum Gift shop.
? Additional leave: employees may request to purchase an additional two
or four week's additional leave per year to help manage family/carer
responsibilities or other special circumstances.
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General conditionsof employment
Position title Group Fitness Instructor
Employment terms Casual
Working pattern Casual
Total remunerationSessional Rates Apply
The City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre EnterpriseAgreement 2022 is available here
Superannuation Employer contribution of 12.5%
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? Annual leave: employees are entitled to 4 weeks (pro-rata for part-time employees) annual leave
per year, plus leave loading.
? Personal leave (for sick and carer's leave): employees are entitled to two weeks (pro-rata for parttime employees) personal leave per year, if they are unable to attend work due to personal illness/injury or to provide care for a spouse/partner or immediate family member.
? Paid parental leave: employees are entitled to fourteen weeks paid (or twenty eight weeks at half
pay) parental/adoption leave for the primary carer; two weeks paid leave for the secondary carer.
? Long Service Leave: Long service leave applies after 7 years continuous service.
The City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre Enterprise Agreement 2022 is available here
Position Description
Position Description Form - Officer
POSITION TITLE: Group Fitness Instructor
AWARD CLASSIFICATION: LA Enterprise Agreement - Sessional Rate
EMPLOYEE: Vacant
TEAM: Leisure & Aquatic Centre
NETWORK: Community & Place
REPORTS TO: Coordinator Health, Fitness & Wellness
PREPARED BY: Geoff Stick
DATE: 21 March 2024
APPROVED BY:
NAME: Geoff Stick
POSITION: Business Leader Launceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre
SIGNATURE:
POSITION PURPOSE (Why does this position exist)
The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for delivering a high standard of group fitness classes and
programs at Launceston Aquatic. The Group Fitness Instructor is expected to promote all aspects of the
centre, its classes and programs to all members and help to create and safe and positive atmosphere.

City of Launceston is a values-based organisation, which means that we employ people who share and
display our values
? we value clear and open communication
? we support and encourage each other
? we recognise individual needs, experienceand strengths
? we take pride in our work and pursue astandard of excellence
? we genuinely listen, and value collaborativerelationships
? we strive towards the best outcome for ourcommunity
? we make responsible and sustainabledecisions
? we actively seek opportunities tocontinuously improve
? we respect and explore different ideas andperspectives
? we embrace change that leads to positiveoutcomes
? we value innovation and creativity
? we show care for people and look out forone another
? we speak up and support others to behealthy and safe
? we take personal responsibility for our ownhealth and wellbeing

Accountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …
General
City of Launceston's
ValuesBehave in a way that supports the City of Launceston's
values.
? We care about our community
? We bring an open mind
? We go home safe and well
Demonstrates, throughbehaviour, an alignment toand an understanding of ourvalues
Technology Use technology and information to maximise efficiency
and effectiveness.
New and existing technologies
Collaborate Work collaboratively within your team and across
networks.
Support delivery of the Network's strategic and annual
plan actions.
Work with horizontal teams as relevant to technical
Actively participating in team
meetings/tool box meetings,
by offering ideas and
suggestions and providing
feedback
Collaborative opportunities are
sought across Networks
Innovation Encourage and be proactive in developing a culture of
introducing new and improved work practices and
projects within your team and your network.
.
Improved work practices and
projects.
Technical
Program Delivery ? Conduct professional programs that producefinancially profitable outcomes for the Centre.
? Maintain a high standard of professionalism whileconducting classes and programs.
? Maintain class consistency and punctuality at alltimes.
? Proactively work with other Group FitnessInstructors and Health and Fitness Instructors
? Aid in the development of a community focusedculture
Class Feedback
greater than minimum
numbers required.
Reliability and punctuality
Positive group atmosphere
and working culture
Business Development ? Aid in the development of strategies to attractnew customers to the Centre.
? Actively seek feedback of members and casualusers.
? Aid in the implementation of retention strategiesdeveloped by the centre.
? Participate in regular performance reviews.
Participation in a monthly
Performance meeting with
Coordinator Health, Fitness &
Implement actions based on
customer and supervisor
feedback
Reporting ? Develop and submit class reports to the HealthClub Coordinator as required.
Accurate reports submitted in
the required timeframes.
Work Safely with a
Duty of Care for fellow
employees and ensure
procedural compliance
Perform all work in a safe manner in accordance with
the City of Launceston's Occupational Health and
Safety Policy and Procedures
While at work, a worker must –

Accountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …
(a) take reasonable care for his or her own health andsafety; and
(b) take reasonable care that his or her acts oromissions do not adversely affect the health andsafety of other persons; and
(c) comply, so far as the worker is reasonably able,with any reasonable instruction that is given by theperson conducting the business or undertaking toallow the person to comply with this Act; and
(d) cooperate with any reasonable policy or procedure
of the person conducting the business or undertaking
relating to health or safety at the workplace that has
been notified to workers.
(Section 28 Work Health & Safety Act 2012)
Note: Whilst the key functions and responsibilities for the role are set out above, the Council may
direct an employee to carry out such duties or tasks that are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence
and training.
WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PEOPLE CHECK
Yes/No
Working with Vulnerable People Check required? Yes
If yes, include in Selection Criteria table below
SELECTION CRITERIA
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES
Organisational
? Community Focussed: considers community/customers in decision making
? Communicate and Engage: demonstrates self-awareness & encourages open discussions & contributions fromothers
? Create and Innovate: displays initiative & considers different ideas and perspectives
? Safety Focussed: takes responsibility for own and team's health, well-being and self-care
Position Specific
? Les Mill Certification Desirable - including, but not limited to RPM, BodyPump, BodyStep, Tone (or ability toobtain)
? AquaFit Certification (or ability to obtain)Les Mills
? Experience in Small Group Training
? Certificate III in Health and Fitness (not required for AquaFit)
? First Aid Certificate, including CPR
? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
? Working with Vulnerable People Registration or ability to obtain
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
? Range of Les Mills certifications
? AquaFit certification
? Certificate III Fitness (not required for AquaFit)

? Fitness Australia Registration (not required for AquaFit)
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Manager Coordinator Health, Fitness & Wellness
Direct Reports Nil
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
(External and Internal Customers, Supplier, Colleagues, etc)
Internal Nature of Relationships
Coordinator Health, Fitness & Wellness Line Manager
Launceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre staff Colleagues
External Nature of Relationships
Fitness Australia Industry Body
DELEGATIONS & AUTHORISATIONS
Confidentiality
Staff are
a) Able to access; orb) May be exposed in the course of performing their duties to information that may be related to individuals,
organisations or the general dealings of the City of Launceston. Some of this information will be of asensitive nature – either within or external to the organisation.
By accepting this position the employee undertakes:
a) To keep all information that they are exposed to confidential during and after their period of employmentwith City of Launceston. Information should never be disclosed outside of the organisation and only bedisclosed to other employees if there is a need within the context of the task being performed.
b) To not access any information within the organisation's systems that is not directly relevant to their work.c) To abide by the requirements of the Confidentiality and Privacy clause of the relevant Enterprise
Agreement.
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
Expectations of a City of Launceston employee:
? Have strategies in place to enhance their own health and well-being, manage stress and maintainprofessionalism;
? Seeks feedback broadly and asks others for help with own development areas; and
? Translates feedback into an opportunity to develop.

Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street
Launceston
T 03 6323 3000
E ******
www.launceston.tas.gov.au
mailto:****** http://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/


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