Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer dedicated to safe, effective exercise programming across campus facilities, including on-demand assessments and client support. The role emphasizes functional fitness, restorative movement, and hands-on training with diverse patrons in a university setting.

The position requires nationally recognized PT certification, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to design individualized programs, schedule sessions, and maintain

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of functional exercises, anatomy, and restorative movement patterns.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills.
• Nationally recognized personal training certification (ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM).
• American Red Cross CPR / AED and Standard First Aid certifications are required prior to working a shift.
• Ability to conduct functional movement screening assessment in under ten minutes.
• Design individualized programs to meet the needs of clients and build a strong foundation for lasting success.
• Ensure all paperwork and consent forms are completed prior to beginning sessions with client.
• Responsible for scheduling all appointments with clients and accurately tracking training package usage.
• Arrive on time for all appointments.
• Develop a positive rapport with clients to reflect the mission and philosophy of the Life Enhancement Model.
• Complete incident & accident reports completely and accurately and submit to the Fitness Coordinator.
• Document and Report facility or equipment issues encountered while personal training.
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures outlined in Functional Fitness Personal Trainer Handbook.
• Available for optional hours including on-campus tabling, special events, tours, orientations etc.
• Attend monthly meetings, orientations, all-staff training, and staff development workshops.
• Maintain communication by checking & responding to e-mails, texts, phone calls, and mailbox contents.
• Complete modules or trainings using online CANVAS system.
• Positively enforce all policies to ensure safety of participants.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications (failure to do so can result in loss of employment).
• Serve as an ambassador for the Campus Recreation Departmental events and offerings.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fitness Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Administer safe and effective exercise program design and prescription for patrons to improve functional fitness.
• Train clients at multiple campus fitness centers including Wildcat Center, Davis Campus, and residence hall facilities.
• Report to Campus Recreation Fitness Coordinator.
• Develop positive rapport reflecting the Life Enhancement Model; center programs on stress reduction and immediate client well‑being.
• Complete incident and accident reports and report facility or equipment issues.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Skills

Functional exercises

Interpersonal communication

PT certification

CPR/First Aid

Movement screening

Program design

Scheduling

Punctuality

Policy adherence

Client rapport

Tools

CANVAS

Job description

Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H00085P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Months per year

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $ 14.00

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Functional Fitness Personal Trainer is responsible for administering safe and effective exercise program design and prescription for patrons looking to improve their level of functional fitness. Functional Fitness Trainers utilize the Life Enhancement Model and abide by its restorative emphasis centered on reducing stress and making clients feel better immediately. Our progressive approach works synergistically with standard personal training practices which center around cardiovascular and strength training prescription. This position will have the opportunity to train clients at any of our fitness centers including the Wildcat Center for Health Education & Wellness, Davis Campus fitness facility, and the residence hall fitness centers. This position reports to the Campus Recreation Fitness Coordinator.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of functional exercises, anatomy, and restorative movement patterns.
• Possess excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills.
• Nationally recognized personal training certification (i.e. ACE , ACSM , NSCA , NASM ).
• American Red Cross CPR / AED and Standard First Aid certifications are required prior to working a shift.
• Ability to conduct functional movement screening assessment in under ten minutes.
• Design individualized programs to meet the needs of clients and build a strong foundation for lasting success.
• Ensure all paperwork and consent forms are completed prior to beginning sessions with client.
• Responsible for scheduling all appointments with clients and accurately tracking training package usage.
• Arrive on time for all appointments.
• Develop a positive rapport with clients to reflect the mission and philosophy of the Life Enhancement Model.
• Complete incident & accident reports completely and accurately and submit to the Fitness Coordinator.
• Document and Report facility or equipment issues encountered while personal training.
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures outlined in Functional Fitness Personal Trainer Handbook.
• Available for optional hours including on-campus tabling, special events, tours, orientations etc.
• Attend monthly meetings, orientations, all-staff training, and staff development workshops.
• Maintain communication by checking & responding to e-mails, texts, phone calls, and mailbox contents.
• Complete modules or trainings using online CANVAS system.
• Positively enforce all policies to ensure safety of participants.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications (failure to do so can result in loss of employment).
• Serve as an ambassador for the Campus Recreation Departmental events and offerings.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fitness Coordinator.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in personal training, exercise prescription, and fitness assessment preferred.
• Completion of Life Enhancement Internship preferred.
• Successful performance as a Functional Fitness Consultant preferred (at least one semester).
• Declared major of Human Performance and Health Promotion preferred.
• Due to the Affordable Care Act ( ACA ), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
• Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
• This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• Which Weber State campus are you interested in working at?
  • Ogden Campus Only
  • Davis Campus Only
  • BOTH Ogden & Davis Campus

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Document 1
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents

• Philosophy Statement