Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services is looking for enthusiastic candidates that are skilled in working with all ages and abilities in a fitness environment. As a personal trainer, you will represent the City in a capacity of planning, setting goals and monitoring client’s progress. Personal trainers will administer program assessments and equipment orientations under ACSM guidelines and administer a wide variety of exercise programming.
Job Details
Essential Functions:
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Perform client assessment
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Evaluate client’s physical needs
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Build individualized exercise programs, modify all levels of intensities and motivate in a positive and friendly manner
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Track client’s fitness and performance goals
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Provide work out sessions which includes cardio, strength training, flexibility and stretching program design
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Track client’s fitness and performance goals
Qualifications
Experience & Education:
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At least six months of recent experience working in this field
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Experience working in a weight room
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A degree in Kinesiology or Sports Science or nationally recognized certification in personal training and/or a college degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.
Required Licenses and/or Certifications:
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Possession of, or ability to obtain, valid CPR, First Aid, and AED cards within one month of hire
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Possession of, or ability to obtain, a National personal training certification (ACE, AFAA, NETA, ACSM, IDEA within six months of hire.
Abilities
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Able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
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Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to guide and motivate clients
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Explaining safe and proper use of fitness equipment
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Respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation
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Establish and maintain effective work relationships with the public, program participant and other city employees
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Interact well with a diverse group of program participants
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Read, write and follow instructions
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Monitor compliance policies and procedures
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Maintain certification through continuing education classes and workshops
Legal
This position is subject to successful completion of a criminal background check.