Personal Trainer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/thornton/jobs/newprint/4453387) Apply  Personal Trainer Salary $24.75 - $32.67 Hourly Location City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO Job Type Temporary Part-Time Job Number 24142 Department Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs Division Recreation and Golf Temporary Opening Date 04/02/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt WORK HOURS HOURS VARY STATUS 2 FLSA NON-EXEMPT + Description + Benefits + Questions DAYS/HOURS: 5 days / 3 hours per day Under general supervision, provides personal training sessions at a City recreation facility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.) Trains clientele on weight training, cardiovascular, nutrition, swimming, running, or triathlons. Prepares a personalized training regimen specific to the individual's needs and fitness level. Ensures all possible safety measures are observed. Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports. Communicates and enforces facility and class policies and procedures. Complies with city and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants to answer questions and resolve problems. Reports any issues and concerns to supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus one year of fitness or personal training experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certificates, or the ability to obtain both within 30 days of hire. Fitness certification from American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council of Exercise (ACE), International Sports and Science Association (ISSA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) or equivalent fitness certification. May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department. Knowledge of athletic training, including anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and weight training injury treatment. Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities. Skill in designing personalized fitness plans. Skill in teaching the proper use of a variety of fitness equipment. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public. Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures. Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations. Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with the public. Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations. Physical and Mental Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see, demonstrate manual dexterity and perform light lifting. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. TESTING PROCEDURES Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources. Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration. As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions. The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our 2024 Benefits Guide. Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position: + Health Insurance + Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance + Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options + Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy + Flexible Spending Plan + Retiree Health Savings Plan + Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans + Short & Long-term Disability Plans + Paid Holidays + Vacation & Sick Leave + Multilingual Incentive Pay + Recreation Pass + Wellness Program - Learn more here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ecAZ5bF8G3UKkXFWVXFFrqVAbC4DQyjc/view?usp=sharing) + In-House Training Opportunities + Tuition Reimbursement + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Schedules + Hybrid Schedules