About this role
Accepting applications until positions are filled. Hiring will occur on an ongoing basis throughout the posting period.
Multiple positions available
March 2026 – August 2026
Why should you consider working for us? What we do every day makes a difference and has an impact on the quality of life for our community. We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed, and we are a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace.
A successful Fitness Leader is dynamic and confident with a genuine interest and passion in fitness, health and wellness. Successful candidates must have the ability to plan, lead and provide high quality fitness programs for a variety ages and abilities. It is essential that the ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, is energetic and enthusiastic, is well organized plus is able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of internal and external contacts.
Fitness Leader I's must have the ability to plan, lead and provide high quality fitness programs for a variety ages and abilities.
Fitness Leader II's must have the ability to plan, lead and provide high quality fitness programs for a variety ages and abilities. The Fitness Leader II candidate has extra certifications and prior experience that will support their abilities to lead specific specialized fitness classes. Certifications can be a current BCRPA certification or equivalent fitness certifications in the specific fitness streams.
Fitness Leader III's must have the ability to plan, lead and provide high quality fitness programs for specific populations with specialized conditions, chronic disease, diverse health issues. The candidate has extra certifications, education and six (6) months experience leading programs. This role will be leading specialized fitness classes, including a current BCRPA certification or equivalent fitness certification, and specific certifications in the fitness stream, such as Osteofit, Get Up & Go, Aqua Rehab, etc.
All Fitness Leaders need:
Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C
Acceptable Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector
Previous experience leading fitness classes
Ability to be flexible and adaptive
Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be well-versed in basic anatomy, kinesiology, contraindicated exercises, exercise modifications
Demonstrate excellent customer service by being friendly, courteous and helpful to all class participants
Excellent communication skills and the ability to recognize and act to resolve problems
Demonstrated ability to instruct and lead safe group fitness classes
Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive, safe, nurturing, nonthreatening participant experience
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work effectively and efficiently within a team environment
Knowledge of wellness/fitness equipment and the ability to demonstrate
Hourly rates:
Fitness Leader I: $30.95
Fitness Leader II: $33.60
Fitness Leader III: $39.06
The terms of employment are based on recreation programs and/or activity service delivery to meet community demand. Hours of work will be linked to specific programs and/or activities, the hours and availability of work are dependent on program and or activity registrations.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, quoting the appropriate competition online at vernon.ca/careers by selecting “apply” and creating a candidate profile. Internal applicants are asked to apply using their worker profile.
By making application, you are authorizing the City of Vernon to verify, through whatever means deemed appropriate, any information included in your applicant profile.
The City of Vernon wishes to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Other facts
About City of Vernon
Welcome to the City of Vernon, B.C. The City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892. The City of Vernon has a population of approximately 40,000 (2013), while its metropolitan region, Greater Vernon, has a population of 58,584 as of the Statistics Canada 2011 Census. With this population, Vernon is the largest city in the North Okanagan Regional District.
Heritage buildings, structures, sites and streetscapes are those physical elements of the past which reflect each community's historic evolution and unique identity. Vernon, as the oldest incorporated city in the Okanagan Valley, has a rich inventory of heritage resources. For more than a century, Vernon has welcomed people from all parts of the world who were attracted by its character and physical beauty together with its economic and cultural diversity. Today Vernon continues to grow while maintaining for both newcomer and old-timer alike the connections with the past that lend a sense of stability and continuity to the community.
With cycling and hiking trails expanding every year, a growing transit system (providing direct access to UBCO), and a new public library and secondary school under construction, Vernon is the ideal location to raise your family, start a business or retire.
The Okanagan Valley has one of the most enviable climates in Canada. This makes Vernon and the Okanagan Valley a popular choice among visitors, immigrants and other Canadians who are relocating or retiring. Although Vernon enjoys a four seasons climate, it is not unusual to see golfers on the courses in the spring while skiers enjoy the deep powder of nearby mountains.
What you'll do
- Fitness Leaders are responsible for planning, leading, and providing high-quality fitness programs for various ages and abilities. They must ensure a positive and safe participant experience while demonstrating excellent customer service.
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