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Instructor Pool - 2022/2023 Group Exercise/Strength Training

Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon
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October 12, 2022
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon
OTHER
The Faculty and Staff Fitness (FSF) program, a part of the School of Biological and Population Health Sciences, in the College of Public Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more Group Exercise/ Strength Training Fitness Instructor positions to teach FSF courses during the 2022-2023 academic year. These are professional faculty positions.



The Faculty Staff Fitness (FSF) program is offered through the College of Public Health & Human Sciences at Oregon State University. The purpose of the program is to enhance the individual health, fitness, and well-being of OSU employees. The FSF program scheduled its first series of activity classes in the spring of 1984, initially offering 10 classes and enrolling 100 participants. The FSF program currently offers 30-40 classes and serves over 800 faculty, staff, graduate assistants, spouses/partners, and retirees of the university each term. Core activities include courses in aerobics, aqua fitness, conditioning, mind/body, and weight training. This is a hourly position. Classes are offered 2 to 3 days a week. Please visit the Faculty Staff Fitness website (http://health.oregonstate.edu/faculty-staff-fitness) for additional information about the program.



Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

Position Duties
100% Instruction: Teach Group Exercise/Strength Training courses in the OSU Faculty Staff Fitness program. Instruction includes design, delivery, and assessing individual participants’ ability to perform movement correctly.

Minimum/Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of teaching experience in field of Group Exercise or Strength Training Instruction; OR


Associate’s degree in Exercise Sports Science or relevant discipline and three (3) years teaching experience in field of Group Exercise or Strength Training; OR

High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years teaching experience AND Certification in field of Group Exercise or Strength Training, or Personal Training.



CPR/AED and First Aid certifications by the start of classes.



A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Masters in Kinesiology or relevant discipline.

Professional certification in field of Group Exercise, Strength Training, or Personal Training. Preferred certifying organizations: ACSM, NASM, NSCA, ACE, AFAA.

Enrolled in/completed Kinesiology/Public Health program and completed a practicum/internship within the Faculty Staff Fitness organization in field applicable to position.

5+ years teaching experience.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule
This position is hourly. This position requires the ability to demonstrate the physical fitness activity to participants for the duration of the class. This position may require lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, twisting, and physical demands associated with fitness activity classes. Classes are offered in short blocks of time throughout the day and week, including early mornings, lunch times, and evenings. For example an Instructor may teach the same class for one hour on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
P05678UF



Number of Vacancies
Varies



Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
07/01/2022



Anticipated Appointment End Date



Posting Date
06/16/2022



Full Consideration Date
08/31/2022



Closing Date
06/30/2023



Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants



Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration for Fall term, applications must be received by August 31, 2022. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.



When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:



A resume/CV; and



A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.



You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.



For additional information please contact: Dee Gillen at [email protected].



OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.



OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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