CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Defibrillator, Exercise Science, First Aid, Fitness, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Program Evaluation, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Recreation, Set Goals, Sports Science, Training/Teaching
POSTED
14 days ago
Salary Range
0.00 - 0.00
Job Summary
Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services is looking for enthusiastic candidates that are skilled in working with all ages and abilities in a fitness environment. As a personal trainer, you will represent the City in a capacity of planning, setting goals and monitoring client’s progress. Personal trainers will administer program assessments and equipment orientations under ACSM guidelines and administer a wide variety of exercise programming.
Job Details
Essential Functions:
Perform client assessment
Evaluate client’s physical needs
Build individualized exercise programs, modify all levels of intensities and motivate in a positive and friendly manner
Track client’s fitness and performance goals
Provide work out sessions which includes cardio, strength training, flexibility and stretching program design
Track client’s fitness and performance goals
Qualifications
Experience & Education:
At least six months of recent experience working in this field
Experience working in a weight room
A degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science or nationally recognized certification in personal training and/or a college degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
Required Licenses and/or Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, valid CPR, First Aid, and AED cards within one month of hire
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a National personal training certification (ACE, AFAA, NETA, ACSM, IDEA within six months of hire.
Abilities
Able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to guide and motivate clients
Explaining safe and proper use of fitness equipment
Respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with the public, program participant and other city employees
Interact well with a diverse group of program participants
Read, write and follow instructions
Monitor compliance policies and procedures
Maintain certification through continuing education classes and workshops
This position is subject to successful completion of a criminal background check.