About

• Description
• Mountain Recreation provides a dynamic and engaging environment for both participants and staff—one that promotes skill development, movement, life skills, and fun! We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who excel in teamwork, demonstrate strong communication, and exemplify our core values in every interaction.

• We are seeking a charismatic, motivating, and knowledgeable part-time Personal Trainer to help our members achieve their fitness goals at the Gypsum Recreation Center. The ideal candidate will support each client’s individual needs by offering form correction and exercise modifications to ensure safety and promote growth. Join our team and help drive our mission of "Everyone deserves to be Healthy and Happy."
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• POSITION DETAILS
• Job Title: Personal Trainer
• Location: Gypsum Recreation Center (Gypsum, CO)
• Schedule: Part-Time; Year-Round
• Work Environment: Work schedule is varied and requires weekday hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work schedule requires constant attendance for short shifts. The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention. Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and lifting, pulling, and kneeling. Work is done in a performance type setting and can be physically demanding. Position requires constant use of voice. Job stress may include dealing with crowds, uncooperative participants, difficult individuals, and periods of continuous demand.

• Supervision Required: Works under the direct supervision of the Facility Coordinator
• Supervision Exercised: None

• Salary: $27.00/hour; staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a) retirement account.
• Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Facility Access & Memberships: Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Program Discounts: 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Family Discounts: Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Outdoor Gear Perks: Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands through ExpertVoice.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Student scholarship programs available.
• Healthcare Options: Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnership’s One Valley Healthcare Plan—an affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.
• Mountain Recreation believes that everyone, including our staff, deserves to be healthy and happy. We foster a culture of accountability and flexibility while offering world-class benefits.

• For more details on employee benefits, visit: https://mountainrec.org/benefits-overview/
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• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• General Statement of Duties: Develop and Instruct personalized safe and rewarding wellness and exercise programs, assisting individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Examples of Duties

• Create and deliver individualized personal training programs and activities based on client goals.
• Closely supervises and monitors the safety, comfort, and progress of participants.
• Assists individual in developing and implementing modifications as indicated.
• Develops rapport with participants and responds to questions and concerns.
• Communicates with staff regarding facility availability and schedule needs.
• Maintains all required records and forms.
• Sets up, take down, and clean-ups all equipment before and after session as required.
• Addresses program specific risk management and facility safety and cleanliness issues.
• Facilitates inclusion of special needs participants in program.
• Manages accidents and incidents according to procedures.
• Acts as a mandatory reporter and complies with mandatory reporting guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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• Requirements
• COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable knowledge of

• Knowledge of exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, and current best practices in personal training
• Fitness techniques for developing individualized programs.

Skills and abilities

• Proficient in utilizing a variety of techniques, styles, and formats to meet the needs of diverse individuals.
• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people.
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintains a positive, motivating, and caring demeanor while training.
• Capable of physically performing the duties associated with the position.
• Works cooperatively with others and fosters positive, constructive relationships with staff and the public.
• Demonstrates competency in the specialized area and prepares and presents lessons effectively to a variety of audiences, including all ages, abilities, and levels.
• Comfortable managing disruptions, conflicts, and customer service concerns while addressing problems.
• Able to handle emergency situations as they arise, ensuring safety and support for staff and customers.

Requirements

Education and experience

• Minimum 18 years of age or older; AND
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Certifications

• Personal Training Certification (required)

• FORWARD TOGETHER
• You are welcome at Mountain Rec for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what keeps you active. Recreation is for everyone—and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our organization, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It is in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way we PLAY.

• Colorado Residents: We are committed to fair hiring practices. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. This position will require the applicant to verify the meeting of a minimum age requirement of 18 years old as such requirement is a bona fide occupational qualification pertaining to public safety and required by law.