**This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Personal Trainers. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position. This posting will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants are obtained; however, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice.**
Hourly Rate: $22.00 Hourly
This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
Certified personal trainer available evenings and weekends, to work one-on-one with clients and teach classes. The ideal candidate has experience working with a variety of clients, especially youth fitness.
The city is currently seeking an individual with this same view to perform a variety of tasks that support the Fitness and Wellness program for the city of Aurora including personal training and class instruction of various levels of fitness:
Available for clients, classes, and special events on weeknights and weekends
Develop and lead workouts for a range of clients including individual, small group, and large group settings
Demonstrate a good understanding of physical fitness, exercise science, client safety, exercise instruction and feedback, and general nutrition
Responsible for own choreography and design of exercise class and fitness programs
Effective communication with participants and instructors and available to discuss questions and concerns
Responsible for coordinating directly with clients when scheduling personal training sessions and keeping client forms and sessions up to date.
Set up of equipment and music prior to class, break down equipment following class
Responsible for finding substitutes and notifying the fitness office
Responsible for own time cards
Perform minor first aid and emergency contact if needed
Perform additional duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education/Experience:
- Equivalent training and experience that will demonstrate required knowledge, abilities and skills.
Knowledge:
- Basic knowledge of body mechanics helpful
Skills:
- Skill in safe and effective fitness technique instruction and emergency response
- Previous experience in youth fitness is a plus but not required
Abilities:
- Ability to maintain a safe environment at work site
Licenses, Certifications, or Equipment Required:
- Current NCCA accredited Personal Trainer Certification and/or specialty fitness certifications.
- Adult CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.