Pooled Position Limited Tempor- Personal Trainer- Campus Recreation

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Personal Trainer 

JOB PURPOSE:   

Personal Trainers work directly with students and members of Half Acre to meet their Wellness goals. The Fitness Program at UW strives daily to encourage a healthy, balanced lifestyle to all participants through inspiration, teamwork, and positivity. We take pride in providing excellent programs and services that create opportunities for positive behavior modification, academic success, and student retention.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Obtain and maintain necessary fitness certifications within the first 6 months of employment.
• Design and implement safe, effective, and enjoyable personal training sessions with a variety of clientele. 
• Conduct fitness assessments and monitor the progress of clients. This may include assessments of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, mobility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance as appropriate for client goals.
• Have a solid understanding of exercise science, anatomy, and wellness principles.
• Provide personalized attention and customer service to clients and Campus Recreation patrons.
• Obtain or show proof of CPR/1^st Aid.
• Assist with special programs/workshops/fairs. 
• Communicate effectively, utilize scheduling software, and be able to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Assist with cleaning tasks and other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Teamwork
• Collaboration
• Communication

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• MUST BE A STUDENT to apply, graduating no earlier than May 2025.
• Holding a current Fitness or Personal Training Certification is NOT required to apply but MUST BE OBTAINED within the first semester of employment while completing the shadowing process.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Interest in Fitness and rounded wellness.  

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

A resume with a contact phone number and @uwyo.edu email address. 

MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER speaking to your desire to be a Personal Trainer for Campus Recreation. If already certified, speak to your experience and your training style. Applications without a cover letter will NOT be considered.

Please direct questions or correspondence to:

Kevin Bretting
Fitness Coordinator 

Half Acre Recreation & Wellness Center Rm 107F

(307) 766-6843
kevinb@uwyo.edu

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/