Personal Trainer

Join Redmond!

The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community, and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub to an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups.

At the City of Redmond, we build community through people, parks, arts, recreation, and conservation. Our sustainable parks are comprised of over 1,351 acres of land, 47 parks, and a collection of 39 miles of public trails. We serve all ages, abilities, and interests through innovative classes and services offered at our facilities and community centers. We integrate unique art and cultural experiences into the activities, interactions, and events that weave our community together. People in Redmond explore our parks, play at our centers, and connect with their neighbors and friends.

That's why our Personal Trainer is such an important role in our Parks & Recreation department. This position delivers a motivating, safe, and supportive training experience for clients at the new Redmond Senior and Community Center. It's an excellent part-time opportunity for someone with experience in personal training. You will thrive in this role if you are passionate about health and wellness and love empowering individuals of all ages and ability levels to build confidence, improve their fitness, and achieve meaningful personal goals.

Hours: Variable, based on scheduled personal training clients. We are seeking trainers with morning, daytime, and/or evening availability to accommodate a range of client needs. The position is limited to a maximum of 29 hours per week on average and no more than 1,040 hours per year.

Locations: Redmond Senior & Community Center

Role & Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct personalized training sessions that begin and end on time, following individualized client programs.
• Adapt programming to meet clients' needs, goals, limitations, and abilities.
• Provide coaching cues, encouragement, and form corrections to ensure safe and effective workouts.
• Track client progress and update training plans as needed.
• Communicate professionally with clients and staff regarding scheduling, goals, and safety concerns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of fitness science and training methods.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and professional ethics.
• Skill in motivating clients and delivering safe, effective programs.
• Ability to design and adapt individualized workouts for diverse ages and abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with clients and staff.
• Ability to uphold policies, ensure safety, and respond proactively to concerns.
• Ability to accept feedback and promote enthusiasm for fitness activities.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent communication with City employees and customers
• Hours will vary and personal training appointments may be scheduled in morning, evening, or weekends
• Ability to demonstrate exercises, adjust equipment, and occasionally move items up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods while demonstrating proper form and technique.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Degree in kinesiology, sports medicine, or related field, preferred
• At least one year of experience in leading group exercise classes
• Successful passing of a required background check.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have First Aid and CPR certification within two months of hire
• Current Personal Trainer certifications (ACE, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent) highly preferred

Other:

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.

Please review the Fitness Instructor (Supplemental) classification description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.

Benefits

This is a non-benefitted position