Rec Sports | Part-Time Position

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Provide safe and effective workout routines and guidance using currently accepted techniques and methods that are sanctioned by leading certification organizations. Monitor and motivate client progress as well as setting up and storing any necessary equipment.

Typical Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all participating clients by using proper form and spotting techniques learned in a personal training certification program prior to being hired
• Provide a safe and effective workout routine that meets the needs of the client and provides a realistic and safe way to reach the client’s goals and objectives
• Educate participating clients in the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle
• Provide support and motivation as the client progresses to their individual goals
• Continue personal growth and knowledge by attending mandatory training workshops
• Ensure the safe use of exercise equipment and training methodologies
• Be available to the client to answer questions within scope of the personal training practice

Experience and Abilities

• Current certification in personal training from a nationally recognized certification organization is required prior to application, such as NSCA, NASM, ACE, ACSM, etc.
• Current certification in CPR is required prior to application (Heartsaver CPR & AED)
• High level of understanding of human anatomy and exercise physiology
• High level of working knowledge of the proper utilization of all modalities of resistance training and cardiovascular conditioning equipment in the Student Recreation Center and Weight and Fitness Room.
• Good understanding of the principles of nutrition and dietary modification
• Moderate to high personal fitness level
• Willingness to train a diversified community of clientele
• Good time management as well as interpersonal and communication skills are essential

Environmental Conditions

• Frequent lifting of light to heavy equipment
• Common muscle strains and sprains associated with exercise and activity
• Possible exposure to loud music
• Possible exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals

Training

• Must complete personal training program orientation prior to working with clientele
• Must complete mandatory shadow sessions prior to training clientele
• In-Service workshops and professional speakers
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid must be obtained within 3 months of hire through Rec Sports and maintained throughout employment

Pay Scale

While personal training clients, trainers will be paid following the Rec Sports Supplemental Pay Scale and will start at $13/hour. Personal trainers will be paid for the actual session performed with their client(s). Trainers are expected to arrive on time and finish within the time allotted. The department will not compensate any extra time past the scheduled session.  During in-services, orientations, shadow sessions, personal training classes, and the like personal trainers will be paid in accordance with the Rec Sports part-time worker pay scale. Personal Trainers will be classified under pay scale D and start at an hourly wage of $12.20.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Communicate instructions and exercise modifications effectively both verbally and in written form
2. Plan, develop, and adapt exercise programs in response to client history, goals, needs, chronic health concerns, and acute observations
3. Demonstrate ability to interact with a broad variety of individuals in one-on-one and partner sessions