Pooled-Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Intern - Campus Recreation

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JOB TITLE:  

Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer Campus Recreation

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Campus Recreation Fitness Program strives to encourage a healthy, balanced lifestyle to all participants through inspiration, teamwork, and positivity. Our instructors and trainers are a team dedicated to getting people moving together. As a fitness team member, you will be exposed to educational topics around exercise science and programming, team building, and leadership. Your entry into teaching fitness or training clients follows a clearly structured shadowing process (usually lasting one semester) to ensure you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to deliver impactful movement-based experiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Obtain and maintain necessary fitness certifications within the first 6 months of employment.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive group exercise environment and ensure that every participant has a positive movement-based experience.  
• Design and implement safe, effective, and enjoyable group fitness classes and/or training sessions with a variety of clientele.
• Have a solid understanding of exercise science, class program design concepts, and wellness principles.
• Must be familiar with current UW Campus Recreation Fitness offerings.
• Trainers must be able to conduct fitness assessments and monitor client progress. This may include assessments of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, mobility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance as appropriate for client goals. 
• Provide personalized attention and customer service to clients and Campus Recreation patrons.
• Utilize necessary client scheduling and fitness software.
• Show proof of CPR/1^st Aid or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Display a positive, eager-to-learn attitude and strong communication skills.

Employee Benefits:

• Experience working with real people in a group and/or one-on-one exercise setting.
• Access to Half Acre facility, study materials, mentors, peers, and various leadership styles. 
• Be a part of something that impacts the lives of many. 
• Work within a flexible schedule that supports your academic success.
• Partial certification reimbursement if conditions are met.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Assist with special programs/workshops/fairs.
• Assist with cleaning tasks and other duties assigned.

COMPETENCIES: 

Teamwork

Customer Service

Collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• MUST BE A STUDENT to apply.
• MUST graduate NO EARLIER than 2 semesters after applying.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Holding a current Fitness Certification is NOT required to apply but MUST BE OBTAINED within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process.  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

• Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

• NOTE: This job description/application covers both group fitness instructors and personal trainers. If you are interested in personal training, be aware that you will be asked to assist with group fitness classes. Classes make up the the bulk of our fitness program and will enhance your ability to work with clients one-on-one.
  
   
• MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER speaking to your desire to be a Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer for Campus Recreation. Describe what types of classes you are interested in teaching and why. If you are already certified, speak to your experience and training philosophy. Applications without a cover letter will NOT be considered.
  
   
• INCLUDE a resume with a contact phone number and @uwyo.edu email address.

Please direct questions or correspondence to:

Kevin Bretting
Fitness Coordinator
Half Acre Recreation & Wellness Center Rm 107F
307-766-6843
[email protected]

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.  

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ 

Posted Salary Range: 12-20