Program Specialist - Personal Trainer

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

16d•CA$30 - CA$41•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Recreation and Culture Branch is looking for trainers that are personable, confident, knowledgeable and have a positive and supportive attitude. We are seeking Personal Trainers that have a passion for providing members an amazing experience at the Recreation Centres across the City to lead personal training and/or group fitness programs. If you are a fully qualified trainer and want to share your passion for health and fitness with City of Edmonton patrons, then this is the position for you! As a Personal Trainer, you will use your knowledge of human anatomy and exercise principles to provide private (1 on 1) and semi-private training sessions, conduct fitness orientations, determine clients’ exercise needs, develop and implement individualized exercise plans, educate and coach clients on safe and effective exercise, monitor client progress, and demonstrate safety in all aspects of program planning and delivery.

Requirements

Completed or in progress degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology or Human Kinetics or completed diploma in Personal Training
Completed one of the following current certifications or equivalent: CSEP – Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP), CSEP – Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), NSCA – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), FAB – Certified Personal Fitness Trainer (CPFT)
Experience in customer service and the ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner
Possession of Intermediate First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications

Nice To Haves

Additional Group Fitness/Exercise Certifications
Skills required for success: Experience in customer service and the ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner
Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to conduct effective needs assessments and exercise prescription
Interest and experience with exercise leadership and physical activity promotion
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion

Responsibilities

Provide private (1 on 1) personal training sessions to clients
Provide semi-private training sessions (2-4 individuals) to clients
Fitness orientation programs for adults and Youth In Action programs for youth 12-15
Determine clients’ exercise needs through consultation with clients and assessments
Develop, document and implement individualized exercise plans based on client’s goals, abilities and specific needs
Educate and coach clients on how to exercise safely and effectively while providing encouragement and motivation
Monitor, track and assess client progress and adapt programs as needed
Demonstrate safety in all aspects of planning and delivery of programs, with an emphasis on preventing and managing injuries
Contact clients within 48 hours of being assigned and build a positive and professional relationship
Track and redeem personal training sessions
Submit timesheets
Perform other duties as required