Personal Trainer - Contingent On-Call (No Benefits) - 529934

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

9d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Personal Trainer instructs clients in individualized fitness programs. Designs programs based on the medical history, goals, and current fitness level of the client. Works under the supervision of the Fitness Program Coordinator to design safe and effective personal training programs for individual clients, adapting the strength training program to each patron’s specific needs and abilities. Instructs patrons in the strength training principles, training procedures, and exercise techniques in a fun, safe, and effective manner that meet University Recreation guidelines, and provides an encouraging and motivating environment while helping participants to achieve their fitness goals. May also be assigned to train partner/multiple-client sessions or group personal training instruction.

Requirements

Personal training certification from a nationally recognized certifying organization (CSCS, ACE, ACSM Corrective Exercise Specialist, etc.).
Valid NCCA-recognized personal training certification (such as NSCA, ACE, NASM, ISSA, or ACSM).
Must have current American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) weeks of employment.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation.

Responsibilities

Instructs clients in individualized fitness programs.
Designs programs based on the medical history, goals, and current fitness level of the client.
Designs safe and effective personal training programs for individual clients.
Adapts the strength training program to each patron’s specific needs and abilities.
Instructs patrons in strength training principles, training procedures, and exercise techniques.
Provides an encouraging and motivating environment while helping participants to achieve their fitness goals.
May also be assigned to train partner/multiple-client sessions or group personal training instruction.