Personal Trainer

Application Deadline: 8 September 2026

Department: SRAC Fitness & Wellness

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center

Reporting To: Richard Pham

Compensation: $23.50 - $35.50 / hour

Description

• Develop and implement fitness programs for individual clients.
• Establish goals based on initial fitness assessments and the clients’ desired outcomes.
• Demonstrate appropriate form and technique when training.
• Maintain session tracking through our registration system.
• Assist with marketing, tabling, and special events throughout the year.
• Assist with cardio and strength related workshops.
• Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings, training days, and workshops.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Nationally recognized Personal training certification required (ACSM, ACE, NASM, or other NCCA accredited certification) (ISSA personal training certifications allowed through the DEAC)
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, American Red Cross preferred. Online certifications will not be accepted.
• Demonstrated ability to create and apply a safe and effective training program.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, upbeat, and noisy work environment.

• Ability to communicate/receive expectations effectively in 1-1 settings

• Understanding of Human Anatomy and Biomechanics
• Proficiency in Google Workplace

Work Requirements

• The position works in an indoor, recreation facility program-oriented environment.
  • The physical demands of this position are described below
    • Sitting, walking, twisting, bending, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting, crawling, kneeling, balancing, reaching, and coordination (eye, hand, foot).
    • Fall (Slip, Trip) Conditions that result in falls (impacts) from height or traditional walking and playing surfaces.
    • Be able to lift 55 lbs safely and stand for an extended period of time
    • Be able to navigate conflict and emergency scenarios comfortably according to training
    • Lifting and carrying, often 10-25lbs, frequently 26-50lbs, occasionally 50-75 lbs.
    • Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
    • Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrists to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• In general, the position works a schedule based on business needs 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Monday – Saturday
  • When school is in session - may work up to, but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions).
  • When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break) may work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week.
• This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.

Employment Information & Policies

1. CSU – Injury and Illness Prevention Program
2. CSU – Preventing Discrimination and Harassment for Non-Supervisors
3. CSU – Sexual Misconduct Prevention Program (Title IX) – required within the first 6 months of hire
4. Data Security and FERPA