HDFS - Hourly Exercise Facilitator - Open Pool

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking an hourly Exercise Facilitator for the Adolescent Wellness Laboratory in Fort Collins. The role conducts ~2 evening sessions per week, each 1 hour 15 minutes, up to 19 hours weekly, under the CBTeX protocol.

Responsibilities include leading sessions, monitoring safety, reviewing mood forms, scheduling make-ups, and assisting with data collection. Requires a BS in HDFS or related field and ACE Group Fitness Instructor certification.

Qualifications

• BS in Human Development and Family Studies or related field.
• At least one year of research experience.
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification (ACE).
• Must be able to complete full exercise sessions with participants.

Responsibilities

• Lead adolescent study participants in structured exercise sessions per CBTeX protocol.
• Monitor participants during sessions and adjust intensity as needed for safety.
• Review mood forms and conduct risk assessments when concerns arise.
• Schedule and facilitate virtual make-up sessions to support attendance.
• Assist with data collection and documentation for the study.
• Communicate participant concerns and deviations to study staff as required.
• Perform other duties to support study implementation and engagement.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Research experience

Adolescent engagement

Ability to lead sessions

Education

B.S. in Human Development & Family Studies

Job description

## HDFS - Hourly Exercise Facilitator - Open PoolApply: Fort Collins, CO: Posted Yesterday: End Date: January 1, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): R2026107310# Job DescriptionThe department of Human Development and Family Studies is seeking an hourly exercise facilitator for the Adolescent Wellness Laboratory. The exercise facilitator runs approximately two exercise sessions a week with our adolescent study participants. The sessions run 1 hour and 15 minutes and take place during the evening. The exercise facilitator leads research participants in moderate-intensity aerobic exercises, resistance training, and teaches them how to incorporate regular physical movement into their daily lives. This is a part-time position with varying weekly hours up to 19 hours per week. ## Pay Rate Range:$20.00 - $25.00 per hour ## Essential Job Duties:* Lead adolescent study participants in structured exercise sessions according to the CBTeX research study protocol, ensuring consistent delivery of the intervention.* Monitor participants during exercise sessions and provide appropriate exercise modifications based on ability, heart rate, perceived exertion, and response to exercise to support safe participation and weekly progression.* Review mood monitoring forms completed by participants before each exercise session and conduct risk assessments according to study procedures when participant responses indicate potential safety concerns.* Reschedule and facilitate virtual make up exercise sessions with study participants to support intervention attendance and adherence.* Support study data collection and entry by ensuring exercise session data, participant measures, and other required documentation are collected accurately and submitted in a timely manner.* Communicate relevant participant concerns, safety issues, protocol deviations, or other issues identified during exercise sessions to appropriate study staff and supervisors according to study procedures.* Perform other related duties as assigned in support of study implementation and participant engagement. ## Supervision:None ## Conditions of Employment:Pre-employment Background Check (for all new hires). ## Minimum Qualifications:* BS in Human Development and Family studies or related field.* At least one year of research experience.* Group Fitness Instruction Certification (ACE).* Must be able to complete full exercise sessions with participants. ## Preferred Qualifications:* Experience in leading group fitness.* Experience working with adolescents. ## Application Instructions:Please submit (upload) the following documents as a single pdf or attach up to 5 documents under the \"Resume\" section:* Cover letter addressing the requirements of the position* Resume or CV This open pool will expire on December 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.