"Personal Trainer"

Job Details

Department: Regional Campuses - Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Work Schedule: Varies

Location: Prince William County, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Center:

The Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center opened in September, 1999 and is one of the largest facilities of its type in Northern Virginia. Located on the Science and Technology campus in Prince William County of George Mason University, the 110,000 square foot facility features a 50-meter competition pool, leisure pool, whirlpool, locker facilities and family locker rooms, gymnasium with two practice courts, cardiovascular and strength training equipment, group fitness, mind/body and spin studios, three racquetball/activity courts, community room, classroom, outdoor field, and sand volleyball court.

Responsibilities:

The Personal Trainer will be required to conduct personal and group training sessions in a safe and professional manner. Fitness assessments, progressive session programming, client documentation, and the appropriate session format to fit the needs of the client will be expected. Trainers will also be expected to generate revenue through consistent client base and marketing to new clients.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a personal training certification by an NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited organization; and
• Current (or be willing to obtain) CPR/First Aid/AED (Automated External Defibrillator) certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in exercise science or related subject, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Proven skills in program design, fitness testing, and fitness equipment use; and
• Significant experience in a professional setting.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Personal Trainer at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.

Posting Open Date: January 16, 2026

Posting Close Date: February 20, 2026

Open Until Filled: No