Personal Trainer- Institutional Student Worker

Inside Higher Ed; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A regional multi-campus institution in Dahlonega seeks a Personal Trainer- Institutional Student Worker to provide personalized workout programs for students. This part-time role requires being enrolled in at least 6 credit hours, maintaining a 2.5 GPA, and having a nationally recognized Personal Training Certification. Candidates should be passionate about fitness and possess strong communication skills. This position offers flexible hours and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized workouts for individuals and groups.
• Maintain equipment and storage areas.
• Wear appropriate attire and name tag while on duty.
• Implement university rules and procedures.
• Assist with events as needed.
• Attend required trainings.
• Respond to emergencies according to the plan.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Health and fitness interest

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to teach at various times

Ability to conduct safe training sessions

Education

Currently enrolled in at least 6 credit hours

Good academic standing (2.5 GPA)

Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Nationally recognized Personal Training Certification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Personal Trainer- Institutional Student Worker

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 291121

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Personal Trainer- Institutional Student Worker, on the Dahlonega Campus. Personal Trainers are responsible for providing personalized workouts to varying age and skill range, for participants in individual and group training sessions. Campus Recreation and Wellness offers a healthy and friendly work environment that is able to accommodate student schedules. A chosen candidate will be a knowledgeable, energetic student interested in promoting fitness on campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized workouts to varying age and skill range, for participants in individual and group training sessions.
• Maintain CRW equipment, rooms, and storage areas.
• Wear Campus Recreation and Wellness attire and a name tag while on duty or representing the department at events.
• Implement university and recreation facility rules and procedures.
• Assist with special events, as requested by supervisor.
• Attend all required trainings.
• Respond to emergencies following the CRW Emergency Action Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• The ideal candidate should have an interest in health and fitness, a passion to help others in their health and fitness journey, and the ability to relate to students and staff, as well as the following:
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and to be able to communicate effectively with their peers, University employees and possibly, community agencies.
• Ability to teach at a variety of times in conjunction with client schedules.
• Ability to conduct safe and effective training sessions.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must be in good academic standing (2.5 GPA).
• Must have or obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 1 month of hire.
• Must have current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust