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Salary: $23.25 - $45.12 Hourly
Location : Prince William County, VA
Job Type: Part-time Non-benefitted (PN)
Job Number: 202610412
Department: PARKS & RECREATION-SEASONAL AND PROVISIONAL
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: B22
Introduction
Do you have a passion for fitness? Are you motivated to design and deliver stimulating, creative group fitness experiences to inspire your neighbors? The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) offers a wide variety of group fitness classes throughout the community.
We are looking for skilled, certified fitness professionals to teach safe, high quality, dynamic group fitness classes powered by creativity and enthusiasm. Strong leadership capabilities, effective communication skills, ability to self-direct and knowledge of current industry standards and trends are a must. Class opportunities are based on center needs and instructor availability.
Class opportunities are based on center needs and instructor availability and this position is a Part-Time Non-Benefitted position. Applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include daytime, evening and weekend classes. Professional Fitness certification and CPR/First Aid certifications are required.
Locations:
Sharron Baucom Dale City Rec Center - 14300 Minnieville Rd, Dale City, VA
Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center - 13025 Chinn Park Dr, Woodbridge, VA
Starting Payrate: $23.25
Please note: the position is open until the advertisement closes with ongoing application review.
The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all employees driving for work purposes and criminal background checks on all hires age 18 years and older.
NATURE OF WORK
This class is part of the Recreation Job Family. Incumbents performs routine work in connection with various recreation programs or activities. Instructors in this classification teach beginner level fitness classes. Example; open schedule classes and personal training. May provide daily upkeep and light maintenance of equipment and facility.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable code of conduct rules; providing customer services. Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines, and deviation from those guidelines require approval. This position is responsible for organizing and conducting lesson and activity plans for assigned classes, monitoring equipment condition, and maintaining program safety.
TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
1. Conducts aerobic, weight training, and/or other exercise classes; and ensures that patrons perform exercises in an accurate and safe manner.
2. Provides excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public. Facilitates recreation facility tours; and maintains and updates client membership information.
3. Maintains and prepares equipment and facility and maintains related records. Coordinates exercise and class schedules, tracks class attendance, and reviews class feedback.
4. Enforces program and facility rules; provides emergency care and treatment as required.
5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
KNOWLEDGE
Requires special training in specified activity;
Requires knowledge and experience in specified activity;
Customer service principles;
Basic exercise science principles and theories;
Recordkeeping principles;
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations;
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;
Modern office technology;
Computers and related software applications.
SKILLS
Providing customer service;
Monitoring the use of equipment;
Maintaining basic operational records and reports;
Using a computer and related software applications;
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;
Utilizing computers and relevant software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.
LEVEL OF DECISIONS
Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.
DIRECTION RECEIVED
Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.
DIRECTION PROVIDED
Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 16 years old; May require Federal or State background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: May require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises.
NOTE
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

01
This position has a minimum age requirement of 16 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?

• Yes
• No

02
This position requires a minimum education of an 8th grade education or higher. Please select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.

• High School Diploma/Equivalent or higher
• Completion of 11th grade
• Completion of 10th Grade
• Completion of 9th Grade
• Completion of 8th grade
• None of the above

03
A minimum of six months of experience is required for this position. Please quantify your experience instructing a group fitness class, including in-person and virtual instruction.

• 5+ years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 6-12 months of experience
• Less than 6 months of experience

04
Please select all group fitness formats that you are capable of teaching:

• Adapted Fitness (i.e. Chair Yoga, Chair Zumba, Chair Strength, etc.)
• Aqua Fitness (including Aqua Zumba)
• Barre
• Cardio Fitness
• Dance-based Fitness (including Zumba)
• Boxing/Kickboxing
• Cycling/Spin
• Step
• Pilates (please indicate certifying body below in Question 5)
• Senior Fitness/Active Aging/Active Adult
• Strength and Conditioning
• TRX
• Yoga (please indicate certifying body below in Question 5)
• Other

05
If you selected "Other" above, please specify:
06
Please check all nationally recognized Group Fitness certifications that you currently possess. Please be prepared to provide a copy of all certifications.

• AAAI/ISMA
• ACE
• ACSM
• AEA
• AFAA/NASM
• Arthritis Foundation
• Pilates (please indicate certifying body below in Question 7)
• Spin
• TRX
• Yoga (please indicate certifying body below in Question 7)
• Zumba
• Other

07
If you selected "Other" above, please specify:
08
Do you have a membership in any professional fitness organization/association? If so, please select all that apply:

• ACSM
• IDEA
• Pilates Method Alliance
• Yoga Alliance
• None of the above

09
Please select your preferred worksite location:

• Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center
• Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center
• I am interested in working at either location

10
I understand that copies of all certifications must be uploaded with the application to be considered.

• Yes, I am uploading copy(ies) of my certification(s) with this application
• No, I do not have copies of certifications to upload with this application

Required Question