Fitness Classes Specialist - Fitness Sports and Recreation Instructor

WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.

THE ROLE

Where fitness matters!

Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.

As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as a Fitness and Sports Instructor, you will have the opportunity to lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs for a very highly motivated and professional clientele. Daily, you will develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs based on established employment standards to ensure the members of the Canadian Armed Forces can safely and effectively perform their duties in operations.

Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology.

The holder of this position must be a generalist who masters some outdoor and sports disciplines. It must develop, organize and animate outdoor activities among the following: climbing, archery, canoeing, cycling, cross-country skiing, hiking and any other outdoor activity. He is also involved in the day camp specialized in sports and outdoors. In addition to the tasks associated with outdoor activities and sports, the person occupying this position, depending on his skills and the needs of the recreation department, may be called upon to take on aquatic and/or fitness tasks, such as group classes (e.g. spinning, yoga, CrossFit, bootcamp, stretching, etc.) or pool supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Skills on demand

Experience in physical activity and fitness, for example: teacher, instructor, specialist, sports and gym coordinator
Physical activity and fitness training, for example: kinesiology, physical educators, fitness specialist
Knowledge of certain team sports, for example: basketball, volleyball, cusom hockey, etc.
Knowledge or interest in certain outdoor activities
Knowledge or interest in aquatic activities

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, or a related field
(OR An acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience will also be considered)

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate

Experience

In preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessions

In instructing health and physical fitness training modules

In applying policies, procedures, and regulations

In evaluating physical fitness

In aquatics such as lifeguarding or swim instruction

In officiating at least three sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, racquet sports, and hockey

In coaching sports

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual Essential
Reading: None
Writing: None
Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF Appreciation.

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)

START DATE

23 January 2023

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.

Job Reference: CFMWS04688