What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Trainer position at City of Wheat Ridge?
Description
Responsible for instruction and promotion of various types of fitness programs to include individual and group Personal Training, fitness assessment and Weight Training classes.
Starting pay is $21.5029
Flexible schedule throughout the week including nights and weekends.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive
Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, exercise science, physical conditioning principles and methods, fitness assessments, variety of resistance training programming and injury prevention; demonstrate competency in exercise individual and class design and implementation for group programs. Responsible for preparation for program activities; prepare lesson plans, organize relative equipment; set-up and break-down materials used for instruction.
Monitor participants and their ability to participate; monitor attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc., if applicable; provide a safe environment for all participants; enforces all general building policies if applicable; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
Attend meetings as required; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute if absence is necessary. Perform body fat analysis and computer fitness assessments for customers. May be required to organize and assist the clerical support functions to include, filing, inputting data, completing reports, etc. Perform related work as required and assigned.
Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and judgment to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation. Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality and completeness. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Qualifications
Knowledge - Principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation; of rules, strategies, and skills; of the Cardiovascular system, human anatomy; exercise science, fitness assessments and a variety of resistance training programming and injury prevention.
Skills - Public relations skills; in the operation of necessary equipment; must be versatile in all developmental stages.
Abilities - Plan, organize, instruct, and supervise the assigned program; control large groups of people; follow instructions; remain current on the trends of the industry; communicate effectively to the participants; analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper courses of action to be taken; work with little supervision; learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Evidence Of Qualifications
Training& Experience - Personal Training certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as ACE, AFFA, or ACSM or an Excercise Physiology degree is required; previous experience preferred.
Supplemental Information
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Expectations
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply their learning to their job setting.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the City of Wheat Ridge not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin or disability, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants UPON REQUEST to the Human Resources Office.
Use of the Recreation Center along with classes and programs offered at a discounted rate. Regulations apply ask for full program description.
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Are you currently CPR/First Aid/AED certified?
Obtaining American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED/First Aid certifications within 60 days of hire are requirements of this position, will this be a problem for you?
Please describe any experience you have working with clients on their personal fitness and wellness goals.
04
Are you able to work early am hours, afternoon/evening hours, and weekends?
Required Question
Agency City of Wheat Ridge
Address 7500 W. 29th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, Colorado, 80033-8001
Phone 303-235-2815
Website http://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
Responsible for instruction and promotion of various types of fitness programs to include individual and group Personal Training, fitness assessment and Weight Training classes.
Starting pay is $21.5029
Flexible schedule throughout the week including nights and weekends.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive
Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, exercise science, physical conditioning principles and methods, fitness assessments, variety of resistance training programming and injury prevention; demonstrate competency in exercise individual and class design and implementation for group programs. Responsible for preparation for program activities; prepare lesson plans, organize relative equipment; set-up and break-down materials used for instruction.
Monitor participants and their ability to participate; monitor attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc., if applicable; provide a safe environment for all participants; enforces all general building policies if applicable; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
Attend meetings as required; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute if absence is necessary. Perform body fat analysis and computer fitness assessments for customers. May be required to organize and assist the clerical support functions to include, filing, inputting data, completing reports, etc. Perform related work as required and assigned.
Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and judgment to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation. Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality and completeness. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Qualifications
Knowledge - Principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation; of rules, strategies, and skills; of the Cardiovascular system, human anatomy; exercise science, fitness assessments and a variety of resistance training programming and injury prevention.
Skills - Public relations skills; in the operation of necessary equipment; must be versatile in all developmental stages.
Abilities - Plan, organize, instruct, and supervise the assigned program; control large groups of people; follow instructions; remain current on the trends of the industry; communicate effectively to the participants; analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper courses of action to be taken; work with little supervision; learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Evidence Of Qualifications
Training& Experience - Personal Training certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as ACE, AFFA, or ACSM or an Excercise Physiology degree is required; previous experience preferred.
Supplemental Information
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Expectations
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply their learning to their job setting.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the City of Wheat Ridge not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin or disability, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants UPON REQUEST to the Human Resources Office.
Use of the Recreation Center along with classes and programs offered at a discounted rate. Regulations apply ask for full program description.
01
Are you currently CPR/First Aid/AED certified?
- Yes
- No
Obtaining American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED/First Aid certifications within 60 days of hire are requirements of this position, will this be a problem for you?
- Yes
- No
Please describe any experience you have working with clients on their personal fitness and wellness goals.
04
Are you able to work early am hours, afternoon/evening hours, and weekends?
Required Question
Agency City of Wheat Ridge
Address 7500 W. 29th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, Colorado, 80033-8001
Phone 303-235-2815
Website http://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
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