Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Fitness Instructor Jobs

Teach what you LOVE!

Passionate about fitness? Teach what you love! The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking passionate, energetic individuals who love helping others move, grow, and feel their best. From strength training and gymnastics to tai chi positions, we are hiring a variety of instructors. Whether you are experienced or just starting your teaching journey, this is a great opportunity to teach what you love while making a lasting impact in your community.

View our open positions below.

Department Resources

Job Opportunities

Position Title: Personal Trainer 

Location: Multiple locations in Fairfax County, Va.

Hours: 1-19 hours per week; varied schedule to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Salary: Starting at $34.50 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.

Overview: To develop safe and effective program design, instruction and implementation of exercise and fitness programs to clients based on industry standards.  Motivate and coach individuals/groups by designing and delivering personalized fitness plans.

Duties Include:

  • Design, plan, adapt and implement a safe and effective workout program addressing individual’s assessment and goals.
  • Promote and market classes and programs to clients and to the general public.
  • Adapt exercise prescription to the individual need of participants.
  • Update and maintain certifications as required.
  • Respond responsibly to emergency situations; reports any unusual problems or events to supervisor and maintain records as required.
  • Inspect facility and equipment for safety hazards, deficiencies and cleanliness.
  • Complete administrative tasks, including client records, time sheets, training availability requests and client evaluations.
  • Sets up, operate and break down materials as needed.
  • Assist with conduct of department special events.
  • Establishes an environment that promotes the enjoyment of physical activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Current Personal Training Certification that meets Standard Operating Policy criteria. 
  • Current CPR and first aid certification.
  • Complete a criminal background check.
  • Complete all mandatory county trainings.
  • Ability to engage in physical activity.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
  • Ability to operate fitness equipment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • College degree and two years related experience
  • Two professional references.
  • Continuing education experience in specialty, rehabilitation, and wellness areas.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To apply: Send your resume to FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov

If you have any questions, please email FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov or visit Jobs at the Park Authority.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. 

Position Title: Fitness Instructor

Location: Multiple locations in Fairfax County, Va.

Hours: 1-19 hours per week; varied schedule to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Salary: Starting at $28.52 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.

Overview: To lead safe and effective exercise classes to participants.  Work involves responsibility for class design, planning, and conduct, as well as maintenance of fitness class equipment.

Duties Include:

  • Designs, plans, and leads safe and effective group exercise classes.
  • Promotes and markets classes and programs to the general public.
  • Adapts exercise prescription to the individual need of participants.
  • Updates and maintains certifications as required.
  • Responds responsibly to emergency situations; reports any unusual problems or events to supervisor, and maintains records as required.
  • Inspects facility and equipment for safety hazards, deficiencies, and cleanliness.
  • Completes administrative tasks, including attendance records, teaching availability requests, and participant evaluations.
  • Assists with set-up, operation, and breakdown of classes.
  • Assists with conduct of department special events.
  • Establishes an environment that promotes the enjoyment of physical activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Sixteen years old or older.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Current Group Exercise Instructor certification.

Physical requirements:

  • Ability to engage in physical activity.
  • Ability to operate fitness equipment.
  • Ability to perform CPR and first aid.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To apply: Send your resume to FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov

If you have any questions, please email FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov or visit Jobs at the Park Authority.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. 

Position Title: Pilates Reformer Instructor/Private Instructor 
Location:

  • Franconia Rec Center, 6601 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria, VA.
  • South Run Rec Center, 7550 Reservation Dr, Springfield, VA 22153.
  • Spring Hill Rec Center, 1239 Spring Hill Rd. McLean, VA 22102. 

Hours: 1-19 hours per week; varied schedule to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Salary: Starting at $33.33 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.

Overview: To lead safe and effective Pilates Reformer classes to participants.  Work involves responsibility for class design, planning, and conduct, as well as maintenance of fitness class equipment. To develop safe and effective program design, instruction, and implementation of Private Pilates Reformer exercise programs to client based on industry standards.

Duties Include:

  • Design, plan, adapt and implement a safe and effective workout program addressing individual’s assessment and goals using Pilates Reformer equipment.
  • Promote and market classes and programs to clients and to the general public.
  • Update and maintain certifications as required.
  • Respond responsibly to emergency situations; reports any unusual problems or events to supervisor and maintain records as required.
  • Inspect facility and equipment for safety hazards, deficiencies, and cleanliness.
  • Complete administrative tasks, including client records, time sheets, training availability requests and client evaluations.
  • Sets up, operate, and break down materials as needed.
  • Establishes an environment that promotes the enjoyment of physical activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Current Pilates Reformer certification that meets Standard Operating Policy criteria. 
  • Current CPR and first aid certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
  • Complete a criminal background check.
  • Complete all mandatory county trainings.
  • Ability to engage in physical activity.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
  • Ability to operate Pilates Reformer equipment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • College degree and two years related experience.
  • Two professional references.
  • Personal training or group fitness Instructor certification.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To apply: Send your resume to Morgan.Buck@fairfaxcounty.gov

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. 

Position Title: TRX Suspension Training Instructor/Private Instructor 
Location:

  • Spring Hill Rec Center, 1239 Spring Hill Rd. McLean, VA 22102. 
  • Providence Rec Center; 7525 Marc Dr Falls Church, VA 22042
  • South Run Rec Center, 7550 Reservation Drive Springfield, Virginia. 

Hours: 1-19 hours per week; varied schedule to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Salary: Starting at $27.96-$32.36 per hour, depending on experience and certifications.

Overview: To lead safe and effective TRX Suspension Training classes to participants.  Work involves responsibility for class design, planning, and conduct, as well as maintenance of fitness class equipment. To develop safe and effective program design, instruction, and implementation of Private TRX Suspension Training exercise programs to clients based on industry standards.

Duties Include:

  • Design, plan, adapt and implement a safe and effective workout program addressing individual’s assessment and goals using TRX Suspension Training equipment.
  • Promote and market classes and programs to clients and to the general public.
  • Update and maintain certifications as required.
  • Respond responsibly to emergency situations; reports any unusual problems or events to supervisor and maintain records as required.
  • Inspect facility and equipment for safety hazards, deficiencies, and cleanliness.
  • Complete administrative tasks, including client records, time sheets, training availability requests and client evaluations.
  • Sets up, operate, and break down materials as needed.
  • Establishes an environment that promotes the enjoyment of physical activity.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Current TRX Suspension Training certification that meets Standard Operating Policy criteria. 
  • Current CPR and first aid certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
  • Complete a criminal background check.
  • Complete all mandatory county trainings.
  • Ability to engage in physical activity.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
  • Ability to operate TRX Suspension Training equipment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • College degree and two years related experience.
  • Two professional references.
  • Personal training or group fitness Instructor certification.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To apply: Send your resume to Julie.Frederickson@fairfaxcounty.gov.  

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. 

Position Title: Tai Chi Group Fitness Instructor
Location:

  • Oakmont Rec Center, 3201 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax VA, 22124 

Hours: 2-19 hours per week; varied schedule to include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Tuesday & Thursday 7-8AM is required. 
Salary: Starting at $29.09 per hour, depending on experience and certifications 

Overview: Are you passionate about mindful movement and building community through fitness? Join the Fairfax County Park Authority as a Tai Chi Group Fitness Instructor at Oakmont Rec Center!
 
This established class has a consistent, engaged group of participants who are eager to continue their morning Tai Chi practice, and we are looking for the right instructor to lead the way. 

Duties: 
Plan and lead safe, effective and engaging Tai Chi fitness classes, with a focus on beginner-level instruction 
Provide proper modifications and progressions to accommodate a range of fitness and mobility levels
Monitor participants’ form and provide appropriate feedback to ensure safety and technique 
Set up and clean up class space before and after each session
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for all participants 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • The current nationally recognized Group Fitness certification that meets Standard Operating Policy criteria, including any specialized certifications for specific formats.
  • Current nationally recognized Tai Chi certification that meets Standard Operating Policy criteria, including any specialized certifications for specific formats.
  • Current CPR and first aid certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.
  • Complete a criminal background check.
  • Complete all mandatory county trainings.
  • Ability to engage in physical activity.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

To apply: Send your resume to FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov. 

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay

If you have any questions, please email FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov or visit Jobs at the Park Authority.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.  

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. 

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY. 

Fairfax County Park Authority prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.  

 

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