NRC - FITNESS TRAINER

Nampa Police Department; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Nampa Police Department Recreation Center seeks a Fitness Trainer to develop and run diverse fitness programs for a broad customer base, reporting to the Wellness Supervisor. The role emphasizes independence, safety, customer service, and community engagement within a dynamic rec facility.

Responsibilities include designing personalized plans, supervising cardio/strength areas, maintaining facility etiquette, and supporting program events while adhering to department standards and safety

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• NCCA Personal Training Certificate required; specialty certifications may be required for select formats.
• 1+ years fitness training experience preferred or willingness to be trained; CPR/AED and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct personalized fitness programs based on customer goals and health issues.
• Monitor cardio and strength areas to ensure safety and etiquette.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and report equipment issues to staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Flexibility

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

GED

NCCA Personal Training Certificate

Specialty Certifications

1+ years fitness training experience

College degree preferred

CPR/AED & First Aid

Job description

Fitness Trainer, including Individual Fitness Trainer

Salary Range for Hiring (Dependent on Experience): $19.18 - $22.66

Department: Recreation Center
Job Status: Part-Time (Under 20 hours)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Wellness & Fitness Supervisor
Amount of Travel Required: None
Job Type: Regular
Class Code: 9470
Positions Supervised: None
Work Schedule: Varied times and days

*This position does not qualify for VISA sponsorship.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The principal function of this position is to develop, organize, and implement a variety of fitness and wellness programs for a diverse customer base and providing a positive environment for those attending the facility. This position reports to the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, allowing considerable independence for exercising judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee establish and maintain effective working relations with the assigned supervisor, city employees, the facility community, and the public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, and conducts a variety of personalized fitness/wellness programs based on customer goals, fitness level, and health issues.
• Screens appointments for medical conditions following department standards.
• Monitors the cardiovascular and strength training areas.
• Enforces etiquette in the fitness area, including but not limited to requirements for age, clothing, and behavior.
• Maintains customer safety by providing information, demonstration, and guidance on proper exercise techniques and facility usage.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment by inspecting equipment for damage, logging issues for service technicians, returning equipment to its proper location, and completing weekly cleaning assignments.
• Secures substitutes for scheduled shifts by following department procedures.
• Performs office duties as needed, including but not limited to scheduling appointments, filing documents, sending and receiving medical clearance forms, accurately documenting attendance, and handling customer and medical provider phone calls.
• Teaches specialty classes as assigned.
• Assists and promotes programs/events sponsored by the facility.
• Responds timely and effectively to concerns, needs, and requests from customers and other city employees.
• Provides information and hands-on demonstrations on performing work tasks for new employees and ongoing staff development.
• Provides excellent customer service and fosters positive connections with customers and other city employees.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attends meetings, trainings, etc., to stay current on principles, practices, certifications and new developments in the fitness field.
• Informs supervisor and designated others on work progress, current and potential problems, and suggestions for new or improved approaches.
• Understands, complies with, and enforces all rules, policies, regulations, and facility etiquette.
• Adapts readily to changes in work assignments, procedures, or schedules.
• Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements for performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Conducts ongoing paid personal training with proper credentials, experience and supervisor’s approval while maintaining thorough and accurate records of each session.
• Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required.
• NCCA Personal Training Certificate: Required.
• Specialty Certifications required for select training formats.
• 1+ years’ of fitness training experience preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work, or willingness to be trained.
• College degree in a related Health or Fitness Field: Preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications: Required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate a personal computer, using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new skills and knowledge aligned with the facility’s mission and vision.
• Ability to maintain flexibility and perform accurately a wide variety of assigned tasks and duties efficiently while meeting the needs of customers.
• Ability to follow ACSM guidelines and medical providers instructions as related to customers’ health and fitness needs.
• Ability to commit to a variety of shifts while meeting punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to adapt communication style to diverse audiences, using both technical and non-technical language as appropriate.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with integrity and empathy, fostering employee growth and maintaining quality relationships.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgement within established procedural guidelines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed primarily in a recreational facility environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT:

The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

DISCLAIMER:

The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as the City may deem appropriate

This position may be extended, or it may close before the closing date.