Personal Trainer

Department: Sports and Wellness

Job Classification: Non- Exempt

Supervised by: Fitness Director

Position Summary:

The Personal Trainer reports to the Fitness Director and will provide a safe and effective exercise routine for all members seeking their guidance.  They will also collaborate closely with the fitness director, other personal trainers, floor associates, and babysitting staff to provide the best experience possible for our members and guests.  The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task and provide a comprehensive exercise prescription for their clients.  Must have an overall positive attitude, great sense of fun and must present a professional image both internally and externally at all times.

Work Schedule: Mornings

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Create and demonstrate a safe and effective exercised program for a member of the Schenectady JCC in accordance with the fitness center director.
• Maintain professional standards among clients.  These standards include: punctuality, proper attire, and the creation and maintenance of a friendly, safe, and motivating training relationship.
• Instruct and coach both groups and individuals in various exercises and activities.
• Help clients assess their physical fitness levels and encourage and help them set and reach their fitness goals.
• Motivate clients and team members.
• Identify specific training needs.
• Construct instructional programs customized to each client.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, members and all members of the general public.
• Greet each member and guest with a smile and personalized comment.
• Attempt to know each participant’s name and their individualized fitness goals.
• Market future programs in the Sports and Wellness Department by engaging in conversations with customers.
• Maintain certifications through continuing education.
• Put equipment away after use.
• Serve as a knowledgeable and responsible information source to all members.
• Keep accurate records of all personal training sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Report to the Fitness Director with any questions or concerns regarding client’s issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current CPR/AED and first aid certification required.
• Current Certified personal trainer certificate from nationally recognized authority (accredited by NCCA) such as NASM, ACE, ACSM, or NSCA.
• 1-2 years of experience
• Mature, highly organized, flexible, and creative, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well independently.
• A positive attitude, hard worker who also enjoys having fun!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This job description is to be used as a guideline to describe the current functions and requirements of the position. The job description may change at any time based on business needs and/or job reorganization.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As such, employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities.

Salary : $30 - $35