Initial Posting Date:

09/25/2025

Application Deadline:

10/05/2025

Agency:

Department of Public Safety Standards and Training

Salary Range:

$5,320 - $8,141

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Physical Fitness Instructor (Public Safety Training Specialist 1)

Job Description:

Department of Public Safety Standards and Training 

Physical Fitness Instructor (Public Safety Training Specialist 1) 

This recruitment is for one (1), regular, full-time position located in Salem, OR (4190 Aumsville Hwy SE) and is represented by Oregon Public Safety Association. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies.  

Note: No cover letter is required to apply, please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the application questionnaire as it will determine candidate advancement. 

Position Overview:

You’ll be providing subject matter expertise and instruction within the Physical Fitness Training program. Primary responsibilities include leading specialized training sessions with clarity and confidence, using strong communication and technical expertise to deliver impactful demonstrations while keeping the group engaged and focused. Responsibilities also include guiding participants through structured coursework and hands on activities, tailoring your approach to fit the needs of public safety professionals and the objectives of the training program. Coaching and assessing participants on their progress toward achieving learning objectives and providing both verbal and written feedback to training coordinators regarding participant performance, course content, materials, and activities.

When working with the Physical Fitness Training program you’ll instruct ORPAT, fitness, and nutrition courses. Additionally, you will demonstrate the proper and safe use of training equipment, including weightlifting gear, audio-visual equipment, and gym maintenance tools.

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About DPSST: 

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) oversees the development of professional standards and the delivery of quality training for law enforcement officers, corrections officers, parole and probation officers, firefighters, telecommunicators, and emergency medical dispatchers. DPSST is also the regulatory agency that enforces employment and training standards for the above listed public safety disciplines and licenses proprietary security managers, security contractors and officers, polygraph examiners, and private investigators. 

Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging is a core value at DPSST. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. Employees are e