Campus Fitness Lead: Personal Training (Part‑Time)

wfu; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Forest University seeks a part-time Fitness Lead for Campus Recreation to oversee student and part-time personal training staff and assist in planning, delivering, and assessing personal and small group training programs.

The role focuses on increasing participation, supporting revenue goals, and expanding reach to new and first-year students, with 12–20 hours per week over 10 months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and at least 3 years of personal training experience.
• Appropriate professional certifications through ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NCSA or similar.
• Experience with and knowledge of small and personal group training.
• Knowledge of cardio, weight, and fitness equipment.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, supervise, and evaluate student and part-time personal training staff with feedback and development.
• Coordinate and support small group training offerings to meet participant needs and campus goals.
• Assist with scheduling, payroll support, and communication with participants for the personal training program.
• Track client participation and revenue to support program participation and revenue goals.
• Promote personal and small group training programs to increase awareness and engagement.

Skills

Personal training certifications

Small group training

Cardio & strength equipment knowledge

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Staff supervision & development

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Wake Forest University seeks a part-time Fitness Lead for Campus Recreation to oversee student and part-time personal training staff and assist in planning, delivering, and assessing personal and small group training programs.

The role focuses on increasing participation, supporting revenue goals, and expanding reach to new and first-year students, with 12–20 hours per week over 10 months.