Community Fitness Instructor PRN - Campus

University of Arkansas for Medical Science; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences as a Community Fitness Center Instructor. This temporary position focuses on implementing best practice fitness programming while engaging with community members. The ideal candidate is equipped with instruction experience and a strong commitment to enhancing community fitness through effective programming.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of exercise instruction experience preferred.
• National fitness certification valued.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate group fitness programs and schedule changes.
• Develop lectures on fitness and wellness topics.
• Manage fitness center membership database.

Skills

Aquatic instruction

Pool safety

Land-based instruction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science

Tools

Aquatic equipment

Gym equipment

Job description

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Closing Date: 07/17/2025

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits-eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Department: ICE | MUSL Fitness IOA

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Summary of Job Duties: Come join our dynamic therapy, community fitness, and sports performance family as a part-time community fitness instructor! The Community Fitness Center Instructor implements best practice fitness programming for community fitness members based on their needs and the community at large. Individualized fitness and aquatic training is encouraged in collaboration with the fitness manager to ensure optimal and safe exercise. The instructor also demonstrates effective communication skills while maintaining positive working relationships with co-workers, fitness members, management, and various stakeholders.

Skills include but are not limited to: aquatic instruction, aquatic equipment, pool safety, and land-based instruction and gym equipment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science
• Appropriate National Fitness Certification
• 1 Year of Exercise Instruction Experience
• Experience in aquatic exercise and instruction
• Specialty Exercise Certifications

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate group fitness programs, including communication with instructors and members about schedule changes and substitutes.
• Maintain and distribute monthly group fitness schedules.
• Develop and present lectures on fitness and wellness topics.
• Assist with fitness center membership recruitment and manage the membership database.
• Maintain supply records, monitor inventory, and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain activity databases for wellness and fitness programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: $25/Hr

Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site. Please do not send to the listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relation to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained will be used confidentially and non-discriminatorily.

Physical Activity Levels:

• Constant: N/A
• Frequent: Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharp objects, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
• Occasional: N/A

Benefits Eligible: No