City of Vancouver

Municipal government delivering local services

Personal Trainer

Fitness & Sports InstructionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeVancouver, WA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least six months of recent experience working in this field.
Experience working in a weight room.
A degree in Kinesiology, Sports Science, or Exercise Science or a related field is preferred; alternatively, a nationally recognized personal training certification is preferred.
Possess or be able to obtain valid CPR, First Aid, and AED cards within one month of hire.
Possess or be able to obtain a national personal training certification within six months of hire.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
Have the ability to guide and motivate clients, explain the safe and proper use of fitness equipment, respond effectively in emergencies, establish effective working relationships, interact with diverse program participants, read and follow instructions, monitor compliance policies and procedures, and maintain certification through continuing education.
Successfully complete a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Assess clients and evaluate their physical needs.
Build individualized exercise programs, modify intensity levels, and motivate clients in a positive and friendly manner.
Track clients' fitness and performance goals.
Provide workout sessions that include cardio, strength training, flexibility, and stretching program design.
Administer program assessments and equipment orientations under ACSM guidelines.
Administer a wide variety of exercise programming.

Desired Qualifications

A degree in Kinesiology, Sports Science, or Exercise Science or a related field is preferred.
A nationally recognized personal training certification is preferred.

Salary Range

0.00 - 0.00

Job Summary

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:

Perform client assessment
Evaluate client’s physical needs
Build individualized exercise programs, modify all levels of intensities and motivate in a positive and friendly manner
Track client’s fitness and performance goals
Provide work out sessions which includes cardio, strength training, flexibility and stretching program design
Track client’s fitness and performance goals

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

At least six months of recent experience working in this field
Experience working in a weight room
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:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, valid CPR, First Aid, and AED cards within one month of hire
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a National personal training certification (ACE, AFAA, NETA, ACSM, IDEA within six months of hire.

Abilities

Able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to guide and motivate clients
Explaining safe and proper use of fitness equipment
Respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with the public, program participant and other city employees
Interact well with a diverse group of program participants
Read, write and follow instructions
Monitor compliance policies and procedures
Maintain certification through continuing education classes and workshops

This position is subject to successful completion of a criminal background check.

Job Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

About the Company

City of Vancouver

Municipal government delivering local services

The City of Vancouver provides municipal governance and public services for Vancouver residents and businesses. City services are delivered by various departments and accessed by people through offices, online portals, and 311-style channels, including permits, reports, housing and planning resources, and public meetings, with infrastructure and safety coordinated citywide. It differs from private competitors by focusing on local governance and public services with democratic accountability and a direct role in shaping streets, housing, transit, and community safety for Vancouver’s diverse communities. Its goal is to create a livable, inclusive, and well‑managed city for current residents and future generations by delivering reliable services and guiding sustainable growth.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $530K
Headquarters: Canada
Founded: 1886

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