"Temporary Personal Trainer (Spring)"

Temporary Personal Trainer (Spring)

Company: University of Oklahoma

Category: Athletics - Recreation Services

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Job Number: 252787

Organization: Fitness and Recreation

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Schedule: Work Schedule: Varies on class needs. Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary $12.00 - $25.00/hr based on experience.

Benefits Provided: No

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

Using a variety of training, teaching, and motivational techniques, this position will create a positive exercise experience. This position is a professional who leads and motivates small groups/individuals through intentionally designed individualized training sessions. They plan effective, exercise science-based individual sessions for different fitness and experience levels. They also possess a wealth of motivational and leadership techniques that help individuals achieve fitness goals. Trainers know the human body, the science of exercise and how to inspire, challenge and motivate change in the lives of the people they lead. This position may also assist with teaching F45 and providing health education sessions to members and the OU community. Will also provide facility support and complete other duties as assigned.

You must successfully attach both your resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.

Job Requirements

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Skills:

• Must be able to train all ages and special populations
• If not currently certified, must have the ability to obtain a certification accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) within 6 months of hire.
• Current NCCA-approved certification is strongly preferred.
• If certification has been obtained, please attach to application.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Regular exposure to disagreeable conditions, extreme temperature changes, odors, and hazardous chemicals.
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Excessive use of arms in a back-and-forth motion, stooping and bending.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Must be at least 16 years of age as required by Fair Labor Standards Act.
• May have constant exposure to loud noises.

Departmental Preferences:

• Personal Trainers currently certified through a NCCA accredited organization such as such as NETA, ACE, AFAA, ACSM, or NSCA.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting: Jan 7, 2026

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