Personal Trainer

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Position Title

Personal Trainer

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Personal Trainer

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Department

Athletics and Recreation

Position Number

0000000

Hiring Range Minimum

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Location of Position

Hanover, NH

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Position Purpose

Personal trainers are responsible for educating clients and enforcing policies regarding the safe and proper use of equipment. Individuals holding this position must be able to develop, document, and implement one-on-one, partner, or group workout programs that match the needs and goals of clients. This person must be able to instruct clients on basic exercise physiology and inform them of proper lifting and exercise techniques. This person will have knowledge of all fitness floor policies and be able to communicate to a diverse group of patrons why the policies are in place.

Required Qualifications

Must have a current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification

Current

CPR

/

AED

and First Aid Certifications Required (upon one term of hire date)

Must be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week

Patron supervision

Working one-on-one with patrons – Customer service

Goal setting

Multi-Tasking

Conflict management

Working with diverse populations

Communication – Public speaking/presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

Dartmouth students encouraged

Experience in a customer service setting

Experience working in Athletics

Interest of Field of study related to health and fitness

Marketing and promotion

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Temporary Part time

Schedule

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact Phone Number

Peter.M.Lambert@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter

Peter Lambert

Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.e...

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Key Accountabilities

| Key Accountabilities |
- Personal Training for clients. - Conduct fitness assessments. - Arrive on time prior to scheduled appointment or shift. - Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises. - Provide patrons with a detailed individualized workout program based on their fitness assessment. - Act in a professional manner by upholding Dartmouth Athletics Policy when involved in conflict management with patrons, students, and staff. - Attend monthly meetings. - Perform opening/closing procedures of the fitness floor. - Provide customer service by assisting patrons and clients via spotting, answering questions on exercise and techniques, as well as demonstrations on fitness equipment. - Develop and present fitness and wellness-related workshops. - Actively marketing and promoting current facilities and programs hosted by Dartmouth Athletics - Maintain a standard of performance on daily tasks. - Attend regularly scheduled meetings for all areas necessary. - Maintain communication with other Zimmerman Fitness Center Team Members regarding positive recognition, performance reviews, coverage, and schedule conflicts. - Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, students, emergency medical service personnel and police services. - Creating client-specific programs for all clients. - Practice peer education to develop staff growth and success. - Adhere to all Zimmerman Fitness Center Guidelines. | | -- | Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. | | -- | Performs other duties as assigned. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Additional Document #1 3. Additional Document #2

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