Part-Time Junior Personal Trainer - Campus Recreation

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Personal Trainer to join their dynamic Campus Recreation team. In this role, you'll develop personalized exercise programs tailored to the diverse fitness levels of students, faculty, and staff. You'll assist in conducting health screenings and provide expert instruction on cardiovascular and weight training equipment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community focused on fitness and wellness, all while promoting an inclusive culture that values diversity. Join us in making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of our university community!

Qualifications

• Develop personalized exercise programs for various fitness levels.
• Assist in health and fitness screenings and equipment instruction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and assess health and fitness screenings.
• Provide safe and effective instruction in fitness equipment.

Skills

Personal Training

Health and Fitness Screening

Cardiovascular Training

Weight Training

Education

Certification in Personal Training

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Current Penn State Employees (faculty, staff, technical service, or students) should log in to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
• Current Penn State Students (not previously employed at the university) seeking employment should log in to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.
• If you are not a current employee or student, click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Note: Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For more information, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Campus Recreation is seeking to fill the position of Junior Personal Trainer.

Junior Personal Trainers will develop personalized, safe, and effective exercise programs for students, faculty, and staff of various fitness levels at Penn State University. They will assist Trainers in conducting and assessing health and fitness screenings, provide safe and effective instruction in cardiovascular and weight training equipment, uphold facility policies and procedures, and deliver quality equipment orientations.

Campus Recreation, within Student Affairs, offers fitness, wellness, and recreational programs through facilities such as the 200,000 sq. ft. Intramural Building, McCoy Natatorium, Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, Tennis Center, White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellbeing Programs, and Intramural Sports.

Penn State is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We value individual uniqueness, foster an inclusive culture, and leverage diversity benefits to enhance our educational and institutional mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act and Pennsylvania law, Penn State publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR) that includes crime statistics and campus security policies. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment will require successful completion of background checks per university policies.

EEO POLICY:

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and affirmative action. We provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, contact 814-865-1473.

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Location: University Park, PA