Personal Trainer - General (part-time)

OPEN DATE:         October 30, 2024

CLOSING DATE:   4 pm Tuesday, November 12, 2024

DEPARTMENT:     Parks, Recreation & Culture

DIVISION:           Recreation

SECTION:             Recreation Programs

REPORTS TO:       Health & Fitness Program Coordinator

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JOB SUMMARY:

Delivers personal training services to Recreation Complex clients

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and delivers personalized training programs according to industry standards and approved formats; assesses client medical and physical activity history, demonstrates exercises, instructs clients on effective workout methods and proper technique, observes and gives feedback, monitors client safety and progress
• Ensures patrons adhere to the rules and regulations of fitness facilities
• Answers client questions and solicits feedback; reports regularly to Supervisor
• Sets up and takes down program equipment and ensures the room is left tidy and secure
• Cleans equipment and verifies its safe working condition; reports any items needing repair to the Supervisor
• Administers First Aid to Recreation Complex users when required
• Attends crew safety talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries and near misses
• Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• Personal Training Certificate (or equivalent i.e. BCRPA, CanFItPro, ASCM, NSCA, CFES or ACE)
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate with CPR A
• W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
• A.E.D. Training
• Current membership or eligibility for membership with a Provincial, National or International Fitness Industry Association (i.e. BCRPA, NCSA, CFES, ACE)
• Up to date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems and office technology as required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 months experience as a personal trainer
• An equivalent combination of experience and education
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PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2023 pay rate of $28.14 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

Varied schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends 

HOW to APPLY:

1. Complete the application below. NOTE: You must use your correct seniority date. After completing the questions, click Next.
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.