Personal Trainer
$25.08 – $25.83 Hourly
50010, IA
Less than 20 hours/week
25-PRPT-01
Parks and Recreation – Temporary & Part-time positions
07/23/2025
8/5/2025 5:00 PM Central
Non-Exempt
MERIT
No
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
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General Information
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The City of Ames Parks & Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for Personal Trainers!
Personal Trainers are directly accountable to the Public Wellness Manager and adjunctly accountable to the Parks & Recreation Superintendent and the Director of Parks & Recreation.
This position is an ongoing, part-time, less than 20 hours per week position that is not benefit or paid leave eligible.
This posting is open until filled.
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Examples of Essential Job Functions
- Provide one-on-one fitness instruction to clients desiring a program tailored to their specific needs; conduct fitness consultations and assessments; assist, monitor and instruct clients by ensuring safe and effective use of gym equipment and weight machines; and help motivate client to achieve their fitness goals.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
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Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have CPR Certification and have obtained National Certifications from the following organizations: ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM. (Attach PT Certifications to application)
Four-year degree in Exercise Science preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have a thorough understanding of fitness concepts and human anatomy, strong communication and motivation skills, and the ability to conduct fitness consultations and assessments. Must have skill at being customer service oriented.
Ability to understand, appreciate, and embody the City of Ames Core Values; maintain an exceptional level of safety; maintain a professional appearance at all times while on site; maintain a professional demeanor (calm and courteous) at all times while on site.
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Supplemental Information
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Physical & Environmental Characteristics:
Must be able to move and lift objects up to 50 lbs. Indoor sounds may be moderately noisy. Position requires physical participation and interaction related to the specific activity.
Selection Process:
The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, an interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.