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CENTERS, LLC is seeking a Part-Time Personal Trainer for UAB Campus Recreation. CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.

Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view).

Position Summary

The Part-Time Personal Trainer is responsible for providing safe, effective, and individualized fitness sessions for UAB Campus Recreation clients. This role supports member wellness by delivering high-quality personal training sessions, maintaining a safe fitness environment, and delivering excellent customer service. The Personal Trainer follows established policies and professional standards to promote client satisfaction, retention, and results.

Essential Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

· Conducts safe, effective, and goal-oriented personal training sessions for clients of varying fitness levels

· Provides exercise instruction, demonstrations, and motivation using proper technique and professional judgment

· Ensures client safety at all times within strength training and cardiovascular areas

· Conducts client consultations, fitness assessments, and program design using approved methods and equipment

· Maintains accurate client documentation, scheduling, and session records using designated software or systems

· Provides quality customer service to all clients and prospective clients in a professional and inclusive manner

· Communicates effectively with supervisors regarding scheduling, client needs, and operational concerns

· Enforces personal training program policies, procedures, and professional standards

· Enforces facility rules and safety procedures and assists during emergencies as needed

· Attends required personal training and departmental staff meetings

· Stays current with applicable fitness trends, standards, and safety practices

· Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possess current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications
• Possess current Personal Training Certification from one of the following organizations, examples include, but not limited to: ACE, NASM, ISSA, ACSM, NSCA; additional NCCA-accredited certifications are often acceptable and will be reviewed for consideration
• Leadership and supervisory abilities
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm
• Excellent organizational, and written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of standard practices in personal training and recreational fitness
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestyles

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and supervisors

• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a recreation, collegiate, or community fitness setting
• Demonstrated proficiency with fitness assessments and exercise prescription
• Experience working with diverse populations and varying fitness levels
• Proficiency with Fitness Assessment Equipment, including but not limited to: Blood Pressure, Height, Weight, Body Fat measurement with calipers, Waist to Hip Ratio, Cardiovascular Testing, Muscular Strength and Endurance Testing, and Flexibility Testing.
• Proficient with Exercise Prescription and developing progressive workouts for clients.

Work Schedule

• Part-time schedule with hours varying based on client demand and facility needs.

Work Environment

• Recreational/Gym Setting
• Moderate to loud noise                    

Physical Demands

• Lifting heavy equipment
• Standing or walking for at least 50% of the work day
• Occasional bending, stooping
• Hearing and talking

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.