"Personal Trainer"

Personal Trainer

Employer: Brown University

Location: Rhode Island, United States

Position Type: Administrative, Athletics

Employment Level: Mid-Level

Employment Type: Part Time

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Job Description

The Division of Athletics and Recreation at Brown University is seeking qualified applicants for the Personal Trainer position. Acting under direct supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Manager, the Personal Trainer will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the health/fitness field to best serve the student population and Recreation members. The Personal Trainer will conduct fitness assessments to develop appropriate exercise prescription and to evaluate training program.

The position will promote the Division's mission to advance healthy lifestyle choices through participation opportunities, educational experiences and supportive services. The Personal Trainer will serve as a fitness resource for clients and all Recreation members to encourage continued involvement in the Personal Training Program.

Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop positive relationships with clientele by educating, coaching and motivating.
• Enforce policy and procedure of Dance Studios Nelson Fitness Center and Personal Training Program.
• Create safe and effective program design.
• Organize studio, fitness areas and/or Personal Training Evaluation Room after each training session.
• Promote Brown Personal Training promotions, programs, services, and special events.
• Motivate Recreation members to continue involvement with programs and services.
• Provide equipment orientations and facility tours to Members when needed.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum of one personal training certification(s) through ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NASM or NSCA.
• Satisfactory interview/practical demonstrating appropriate safety cues, modifications, progressions, and outstanding presentation skills.
• One to two years of relevant experience training preferred.
• First Aid, CPR and AED Certification (or training/certification course on-site).
• Will be required to work nights/weekends and sub if needed.
• Must maintain active certifications throughout employment.

Recruiting Start Date: 2025-11-24

Job Posting Title: Personal Trainer

Department: Athletics and Recreation

Grade: Ungraded Staff

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type: Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 15

Position Work Location: Onsite

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Background Check: Criminal