Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer

Overview

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Position Title:

Fitness-Functional Fitness Personal Trainer.

Requisition Number: H00085P. Position Category:
Hourly/Work Study. Campus

Location:

Weber State University - Ogden, UT. Hours per week: [to be specified]. Months per year: [to be specified]. Alternate work schedule. Pay Grade. Salary Hourly Pay Rate: $14.00. FLSA.

• The Functional Fitness Personal Trainer is responsible for administering safe and effective exercise program design and prescription for patrons looking to improve their level of functional fitness.
• Utilize the Life Enhancement Model and abide by its restorative emphasis centered on reducing stress and making clients feel better immediately.
• Train clients at fitness centers including the Wildcat Center for Health Education & Wellness, Davis Campus fitness facility, and residence hall fitness centers.
• Report to the Campus Recreation Fitness Coordinator.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications (failure to do so can result in loss of employment).
• Complete incident and accident reports completely and accurately and submit to the Fitness Coordinator.
• Document and report facility or equipment issues encountered while personal training.
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures outlined in the Functional Fitness Personal Trainer Handbook.
• Available for optional hours including on-campus tabling, special events, tours, orientations, etc.
• Attend monthly meetings, orientations, all-staff training, and staff development workshops.
• Maintain communication by checking and responding to e-mails, texts, phone calls, and mailbox contents.
• Complete modules or trainings using the online CANVAS system.
• Positively enforce all policies to ensure safety of participants.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fitness Coordinator.

• Extensive knowledge of functional exercises, anatomy, and restorative movement patterns.
• Possess excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills.
• Nationally recognized personal training certification (i.e. ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM).
• American Red Cross CPR/AED and Standard First Aid certifications are required prior to working a shift.
• Ability to conduct functional movement screening assessment in under ten minutes.
• Design individualized programs to meet the needs of clients and build a strong foundation for lasting success.
• Ensure all paperwork and consent forms are completed prior to beginning sessions with client.
• Responsible for scheduling all appointments with clients and accurately tracking training package usage.
• Arrive on time for all appointments.
• Develop a positive rapport with clients to reflect the mission and philosophy of the Life Enhancement Model.
• Complete incident & accident reports completely and accurately and submit to the Fitness Coordinator.
• Document and Report facility or equipment issues encountered while personal training.
• Understand and abide by all policies and procedures outlined in the Functional Fitness Personal Trainer Handbook.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Campus Recreation Departmental events and offerings.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Fitness Coordinator.

• Prior experience in personal training, exercise prescription, and fitness assessment preferred.
• Completion of Life Enhancement Internship preferred.
• Successful performance as a Functional Fitness Consultant preferred (at least one semester).
• Declared major of Human Performance and Health Promotion preferred.

Background Check:
Yes. This is a pooled position; applicants are selected…