DRS Personal Trainer

OSU Oregon State University•Corvallis, OR

About The Position

Oregon State University’s Department of Recreational Sports is hiring four part-time Personal Trainers for its Fitness and Wellness program. The position conducts one-on-one, partner, and small-group training sessions and fitness assessments, and provides general education to students, members, and guests about fitness-area policies and proper use of weight and cardio equipment. Trainers also support community outreach, including educational or promotional video segments and tabling about fitness and wellness services, while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and educational exercise environment. The role reports to the Fitness and Wellness Formats Coordinator. It is a student employee position that supports the department’s mission of fostering student growth and success and promoting healthy living through recreational and educational opportunities. Employment is for one academic year, with continued employment contingent on successfully completing a 30-day probationary period and satisfactory performance. The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027.

Requirements

Successful completion of an NCCA-accredited personal training certification, such as ACE, NASM, ACSM, or ISSA.
Must be academically enrolled in high school, community college, or a university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet academic standing requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible.
Must meet the applicable minimum enrollment standard: high school students must be regularly enrolled; undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students must take at least 6 credits per term; undergraduate international students at least 12 credits per term; graduate students admitted to Graduate School at least 5 credits per term; and graduate international students admitted to Graduate School at least 9 credits per term, subject to the stated reduced-course-load exception.
Must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined position qualified.
Must self-report convictions; employees in Youth Programs may be subject to additional Criminal History Checks every two years.
Must be able to work 6–8 hours per week; early morning, late-night, and weekend hours may be required.

Nice To Haves

Training or education related to fitness programming, personal training, or leading fitness activities.
Completion of the PAC F&W Leader: Personal Trainer, Group Fitness, and/or Health Coach course.
Participation in the PAC Fitness and Wellness Leadership track.
Professional development, student development, or leadership experience.
Experience with customer service, conflict resolution, or problem solving.
Awareness and appreciation of individual uniqueness and diversity.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design and implement individualized, partner, and small-group exercise programs consistent with physician recommendations, risk assessments, and national fitness guidelines.
Conduct and interpret fitness and body composition assessments to inform safe and effective training plans.
Develop and lead fitness classes and training sessions that meet established standards and accommodate varied participant abilities.
Educate students, members, and guests about proper use of weight and cardio equipment, fitness-area policies, and fitness topics.
Provide fitness and wellness outreach to the OSU community, including educational or promotional video segments and tabling at events.
Promote fitness services and represent the department professionally at internal and external events.
Create an inclusive environment by arriving early, preparing equipment, and greeting participants respectfully.
Adapt instruction and communication to participants’ diverse needs, backgrounds, and abilities, and provide culturally responsive, accessible education.
Uphold and model department policies and conduct expectations.
Execute emergency procedures and provide First Aid and CPR assistance.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and training.
Help maintain clean and organized fitness spaces and equipment.
Engage in peer mentoring and skill-building conversations with Fitness Training Specialist I staff.
Assist with other department activities as assigned.