Personal Trainer (part-time)

Shelby American, Inc.; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a part-time Personal Trainer at a leading fitness facility. This role involves planning and executing personalized training sessions, ensuring clients achieve their fitness goals while adhering to safety protocols. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values health and wellness, offering a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends. If you're passionate about fitness and have the drive to inspire others, this opportunity is perfect for you. Contribute to a thriving community and make a difference in the lives of many while enjoying the perks of working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Facility privileges

Qualifications

• Must have a nationally accredited Personal Training certification.
• Minimum of one-year professional experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute personal and group training sessions.
• Monitor and adjust clients' exercise programs as needed.
• Lead equipment orientation sessions for new members.

Skills

Personal Training Certification

Time Management

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Fitness Equipment

Organizational Skills

Education

Nationally Accredited Personal Training Certification

CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications

Job description

RecPlex / Central Community Center • Fitness

Job Type: Part-time

Description:

Incorporated in 1955 and encompassing more than 454 acres, the Mt. Prospect Park District provides outstanding recreational programs, events, parks, facilities, and services. With seven primary facilities and 27 neighborhood parks, the Park District is an integral part of a thriving multi-generational community. District open space includes two outdoor pools, biking and walking paths, a dog park, and sizable space for outdoor athletic programming. The District covers over 11 square miles and serves a region of over a quarter million residents in Mount Prospect and surrounding communities.

We are currently searching for a part-time Personal Trainer. The Personal Trainer plans and executes personal and group training sessions for users of the District's Fitness Facilities. Candidates must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check. The target starting pay range is $25-$27 per hour, depending on qualifications. Plus, District employees receive facility privileges.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Administer and evaluate client health history questionnaires and physiological data to develop individual exercise programs based on results from the client's assessments and stated goals and needs.
2. Monitor clients' exercise programs and make adjustments/improvements as needed.
3. Organize the records of each client’s training session and make them available to the Park District.
4. Submit personal training receipts and complete a timesheet for hours worked every two weeks.
5. Track sessions used for each client.
6. Be available for a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
7. Lead equipment orientation sessions for new members at least twice per month.
8. Ensure client's adherence to safety and injury prevention policies and procedures; prepare accident reports as required.
9. Check supplies and equipment for wear and tear and advise if supplies or equipment are in need of repair or replacement.
10. Demonstrate leadership as a health and wellness professional.
11. Demonstrate a mature and professional attitude through dependability, punctuality, and genuine attendance at regular fitness meetings.
12. Be familiar with and abide by Park District policies and procedures.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

1. Additional functions as assigned which may be considered essential.
2. Contribute to the personal training online newsletter and in-house bulletin board.
3. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Fitness Supervisor, Recreation Division Manager, Director of Recreation, and/or the Executive Director. However, in an emergency perform all duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a nationally accredited Personal Training certification from ACE, ACSM, NASM, or AFAA that must be maintained during your employment.
2. Must possess a minimum of one-year professional experience.
3. Must have advanced knowledge of fitness equipment, fitness trends, and wellness knowledge.
4. Must have the ability to work with and understand the varying needs of patrons of a wide age range.
5. Must possess good time management and organization skills.
6. Must possess and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
7. Must be able to communicate effectively with others for safety purposes and to allow for coordination of work.
8. Must be reliable and display consistent attendance and work ethic. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Attendance is an essential job function of this position.
9. Must adhere to all Park District policies.
10. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 45+ pounds. Additionally, must be able to push/pull, reach, balance on one leg, bend at waist (touch the floor with fingertips), climb, crawl, crouch, sit, stoop, and constantly handle objects.

Due to the needs of the Park District, evening and weekend hours will be required. Your work schedule may vary and your work week may exceed regular hours at times, but will be less than 1,000 hours per year.

Nothing contained herein shall preclude or limit the Park District from changing this written job description through addition, deletion, or modification of essential job duties.

The Mt. Prospect Park District is an equal opportunity employer.