Group Fitness Instructor

Group Fitness InstructorEnquiries:Position number: POS9000Name: Geoff StickPosition: Business Leader Leisure and Aquatic CentrePhone: 03 6323 3321Email: ****** Hall, 18-28 St John Street LauncestonT 03 6323 3000E ****** mailto:******://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/ContentsIntroduction 3City of Launceston Organisational Directory 4Organisational Values 5Information for Applicants 6Recruitment Steps 7General Conditions of Employment 8Position Description 9Address all correspondence to:Manager People and CultureCity of LauncestonPO Box 396LAUNCESTON TAS 7250Email address: ****** emailing your application, attachments should be sent in either Word(.doc/.docx), PDF (.pdf), TIFF (.tiff), JPEG (.jpg) or Excel (.xls/xlsx) formats.2 Introduction2Launceston is the regional hub of Northern Tasmaniaand enjoys a rich natural and social history. Located atthe head of the picturesque Tamar Valley, theLaunceston region is renowned for its award-winningfeatures and friendly residents. Our city is human scale.A series of green and wild spaces linked by heritagestreetscapes and thoughtful adaptions. A real blend ofold-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.3 https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Strategies-and-ReportsCity of Launcestonorganisational chartThe City of Launceston is recognised asan Employer of Choice by the TasmanianGovernment.An Employer of Choiceis a workplace that demonstratescontemporary workplace practices andprovides outstanding support for its staff.The Council employs around 570 employeesacross a range of responsibilities.Employment information package 4 Organisational valuesAt the heart of our organisation are our four organisational values.Our employees are expected to adhere to, support and promote ourvalues at all times.Our aim is to attract and retain people who share our values and want be a part of our positiveworkplace culture. Before submitting your application please review our values and decide ifthey are a good fit for you.? We value clear and opencommunication? We support and encourage eachother? We recognise individual needs,experience and strengthsOUR PEOPLEMATTER? We take pride in our work andpursue a standard of excellence? We genuinely listen, and valuecollaborative relationships? We strive towards the bestoutcome for our community? We make responsible andWE CARE ABOUTOURCOMMUNITY? We actively seek opportunities tocontinuously improve? We respect and explore differentideas and perspectives? We embrace change that leads topositive outcomes? We value innovation and creativityWE BRING AN OPENMIND? We show care for people and lookout for one another? We speak up and support others tobe healthy and safe? We take personal responsibility forour own health and wellbeingWE GO HOME SAFEAND WELLEmployment information package 5 Information for applicantsWhen applying for this position, you must provide the following documentation:1. Covering letter2. Statement addressing the selection criteria (highlighted criteria only)3. ResumeThe 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 thisThe 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 anequal opportunity employer.Our workforce is diverse,inclusive, flexible and familyfriendly.We value the differentbackgrounds, skills andcontributions of all employeesand treat each other and ourcommunity with respect.We want opportunities at City ofLaunceston to be accessibleand attainable to all candidates.If you are interested in this rolebut have concerns about yoursuitability, please talk to usapplication.Please read thisinformation carefully, as itwill help you with thepreparation of youremployment application.Employment information package 6https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-jobhttps://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-jobhttps://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job1. Application received2. Shortlisting? Shortlisted applicants will becontacted by telephone or emailto arrange an interview.? Unsuccessful candidates willbe advised by email.3. Interview4. Pre-Employment Checks:? Reference Check? Police Check? Medical Assessment? Drug and Alcohol screeningAll costs covered by City of Launceston5. Suitability determination andpreferred candidate identified6. Letter of OfferEmployee benefits? Our employees have access to discounted health insurance optionsthrough St Luke's Health and BUPA.? Employees have access to a free EAP service, which provides supportand counselling for personal and work related issues, coaching andadvice for leaders and counselling assistance for immediate familymembers.? We are committed to providing a working environment that is sufficientlyflexible to meet the operational requirement and workload demands ofthe City of Launceston while accommodating, where possible, theneeds of our employees.? Discounted membership at Launceston Aquatic.? Discounts at the Museum Gift shop.? Additional leave: employees may request to purchase an additional twoor four week's additional leave per year to help manage family/carerresponsibilities or other special circumstances.Employment information package 77 General conditionsof employmentPosition title Group Fitness InstructorEmployment terms CasualWorking pattern CasualTotal remunerationSessional Rates ApplyThe City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre EnterpriseAgreement 2022 is available hereSuperannuation Employer contribution of 12.5%Employment information package 8? Annual leave: employees are entitled to 4 weeks (pro-rata for part-time employees) annual leaveper 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 halfpay) 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 DescriptionPosition Description Form - OfficerPOSITION TITLE: Group Fitness InstructorAWARD CLASSIFICATION: LA Enterprise Agreement - Sessional RateEMPLOYEE: VacantTEAM: Leisure & Aquatic CentreNETWORK: Community & PlaceREPORTS TO: Coordinator Health, Fitness & WellnessPREPARED BY: Geoff StickDATE: 21 March 2024APPROVED BY:NAME: Geoff StickPOSITION: Business Leader Launceston Leisure & Aquatic CentreSIGNATURE:POSITION PURPOSE (Why does this position exist)The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for delivering a high standard of group fitness classes andprograms at Launceston Aquatic. The Group Fitness Instructor is expected to promote all aspects of thecentre, 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 anddisplay 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 wellbeingAccountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …GeneralCity of Launceston'sValuesBehave in a way that supports the City of Launceston'svalues.? We care about our community? We bring an open mind? We go home safe and wellDemonstrates, throughbehaviour, an alignment toand an understanding of ourvaluesTechnology Use technology and information to maximise efficiencyand effectiveness.New and existing technologiesCollaborate Work collaboratively within your team and acrossnetworks.Support delivery of the Network's strategic and annualplan actions.Work with horizontal teams as relevant to technicalActively participating in teammeetings/tool box meetings,by offering ideas andsuggestions and providingfeedbackCollaborative opportunities aresought across NetworksInnovation Encourage and be proactive in developing a culture ofintroducing new and improved work practices andprojects within your team and your network..Improved work practices andprojects.TechnicalProgram 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 focusedcultureClass Feedbackgreater than minimumnumbers required.Reliability and punctualityPositive group atmosphereand working cultureBusiness 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 monthlyPerformance meeting withCoordinator Health, Fitness &Implement actions based oncustomer and supervisorfeedbackReporting ? Develop and submit class reports to the HealthClub Coordinator as required.Accurate reports submitted inthe required timeframes.Work Safely with aDuty of Care for fellowemployees and ensureprocedural compliancePerform all work in a safe manner in accordance withthe City of Launceston's Occupational Health andSafety Policy and ProceduresWhile 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 procedureof the person conducting the business or undertakingrelating to health or safety at the workplace that hasbeen 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 maydirect an employee to carry out such duties or tasks that are within the limits of the employee's skill, competenceand training.WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PEOPLE CHECK Yes/NoWorking with Vulnerable People Check required? YesIf yes, include in Selection Criteria table belowSELECTION CRITERIAPOSITION REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIESOrganisational? 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-carePosition 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 obtainQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE? Range of Les Mills certifications? AquaFit certification? Certificate III Fitness (not required for AquaFit) ? Fitness Australia Registration (not required for AquaFit)REPORTING STRUCTUREManager Coordinator Health, Fitness & WellnessDirect Reports NilKEY RELATIONSHIPS(External and Internal Customers, Supplier, Colleagues, etc)Internal Nature of RelationshipsCoordinator Health, Fitness & Wellness Line ManagerLaunceston Leisure & Aquatic Centre staff ColleaguesExternal Nature of RelationshipsFitness Australia Industry BodyDELEGATIONS & AUTHORISATIONSConfidentialityStaff area) 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 EnterpriseAgreement.OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATIONExpectations 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 StreetLauncestonT 03 6323 3000E ****** mailto:******://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/#J-18808-Ljbffr