Recreation Specialist - Fitness

JOB LOCATION 18150 E Vassar Pl Aurora, Colorado 80013 Cit y  of Aurora ,  Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:   Integrity ,   Respect, Professionalism , and   Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Are you a passionate fitness professional looking to make a meaningful impact that goes beyond the walls of a traditional commercial gym? The City of Aurora is seeking a dynamic, community-minded leader to step into the role of Recreation Specialist – Fitness . In this rewarding public service role, you won't just be teaching classes and tracking trends; you will directly shape the health and wellness of our diverse community by overseeing our vibrant fitness programs and inspiring a dedicated team of instructors. This is your opportunity to combine your deep expertise in exercise science or personal training with a true calling to serve the public good. Join us in cultivating a positive, active environment where every workout helps build a stronger, healthier community. The hiring range for this role is $50,698 - $63,710/year Salary to be   commensurate   with experience.   The deadline to   submit   applications is August 4, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we   determine   to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.   Position Overview The Recreation Specialist for the Fitness and Wellness program will implement a variety of Fitness programming and operations within a recreation center environment.  PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  Directly supervise approximately 20 part-time fitness instructors Recruit, interview, select, train, evaluate, schedule fitness instructors Maintain records and verify instructor certifications Develops, programs, and implements registration for drop-in and fee-based classes Teaches 3 to 5 classes/personal training sessions per week Maintain weekly schedules for fitness classes Communicate with center supervisor regarding programming and bookings Coordinate personal training and group fitness Conduct program maintenance including scheduling and booking classes in the registration system, setting fees in compliance with COA's policies, following budget guidelines, tracking registrations and attendance, cancelations, and profit/loss for classes Perform annual fee evaluations Identify fitness trends and program new activities Respond to customer concerns and suggestions, either face to face, by telephone or email Promote programs by partnering with the marketing team, hanging posters, and word-of-mouth Evaluate classes using surveys for outcome measures Coordinate with participants and trainers to organize fitness assessments  Collaborate and maintain working relationships with community partners for program development Research and recommend purchase of weight room equipment and other fitness supplies Maintain daily fitness equipment, flat screens, and schedules quarterly maintenance Performs daily sanitation of the weight room that may include wiping, sweeping, and mopping Maintain and conduct weight room orientations Work the weight room floor, interact with customers, promote programs and provide guidance for participants as needed Assist with front desk coverage and opening and closing of facility when needed Assist with center sanitation and general cleaning duties as needed.  Manage emergency situations such as 911 calls, employee accidents, ADA issues Perform additional duties as assigned The listed primary duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: Bachelor’s degree in sports medicine, kinesiology, exercise science, or related field Experience: At least two (2) years of  experience in recreation administration, athletic training, sports management, or other related discipline Knowledge: Knowledge of recreation program development and administration Up-to-date knowledge of fitness programming and trends Knowledge of personal computers and related software applications Knowledge of fitness and gym equipment, best practice for its operation, and related safety precautions Skills:  Strong interpersonal and managerial skills Strong customer service skills  Coordinate, schedule, and instruct recreation programs Abilities:  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens Ability to respond to customer inquiries and complaints in a timely manner Ability to teach multiple formats of fitness classes Mentoring and training part-time employees Communicate effectively and professionally in writing Motivate staff, create a positive work environment, and hold staff accountable for