NRC - FITNESS TRAINER

Nampa, ID Fitness Trainer, including Individual Fitness Trainer Salary Range for Hiring (Dependent on Experience): $18.44 - $21.79 Department: Recreation Center Job Status: Part-Time (Under 20 hours) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Wellness & Fitness Supervisor Amount of Travel Required: None Job Type: Regular Class Code: 9470 Positions Supervised: None Work Schedule: Varied times and days This position does not qualify for VISA sponsorship. Position Summary The principal function of this position is to develop, organize, and implement a variety of fitness and wellness programs for a diverse customer base and providing a positive environment for those attending the facility. This position reports to the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, allowing considerable independence for exercising judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee establish and maintain effective working relations with the assigned supervisor, city employees, the facility community, and the public. Essential Functions Plans, organizes, and conducts a variety of personalized fitness/wellness programs based on customer goals, fitness level, and health issues. Screens appointments for medical conditions following department standards. Monitors the cardiovascular and strength training areas. Enforces etiquette in the fitness area, including but not limited to requirements for age, clothing, and behavior. Maintains customer safety by providing information, demonstration, and guidance on proper exercise techniques and facility usage. Maintains a safe and clean environment by inspecting equipment for damage, logging issues for service technicians, returning equipment to its proper location, and completing weekly cleaning assignments. Secures substitutes for scheduled shifts by following department procedures. Performs office duties as needed, including but not limited to scheduling appointments, filing documents, sending and receiving medical clearance forms, accurately documenting attendance, and handling customer and medical provider phone calls. Teaches specialty classes as assigned. Assists and promotes programs/events sponsored by the facility. Responds timely and effectively to concerns, needs, and requests from customers and other city employees. Provides information and hands-on demonstrations on performing work tasks for new employees and ongoing staff development. Provides excellent customer service and fosters positive connections with customers and other city employees. Additional Functions Attends meetings, trainings, etc., to stay current on principles, practices, certifications and new developments in the fitness field. Informs supervisor and designated others on work progress, current and potential problems, and suggestions for new or improved approaches. Understands, complies with, and enforces all rules, policies, regulations, and facility etiquette. Adapts readily to changes in work assignments, procedures, or schedules. Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements for performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines. Conducts ongoing paid personal training with proper credentials, experience and supervisor’s approval while maintaining thorough and accurate records of each session. Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned. Required Education, Experience, & License/Certifications High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required. NCCA Personal Training Certificate: Required. Specialty Certifications required for select training formats. 1+ years’ of fitness training experience preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work, or willingness to be trained. College degree in a related Health or Fitness Field: Preferred. CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications: Required. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to operate a personal computer, using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks. Ability to quickly learn and apply new skills and knowledge aligned with the facility’s mission and vision. Ability to maintain flexibility and perform accurately a wide variety of assigned tasks and duties efficiently while meeting the needs of customers. Ability to follow ACSM guidelines and medical providers instructions as related to customers’ health and fitness needs. Ability to commit to a variety of shifts while meeting punctuality and attendance expectations. Ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to adapt communication style to diverse audiences, using both technical and non-technical language as appropriate. Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with integrity and empathy, fostering employee growth and maintaining quality relationships. Ability to use initiative and independent judgement within established procedural guidelines. Work Environment Work is performed primarily in a recreational facility environment. Reasonable Accommodation Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Eeo Statement The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Disclaimer The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as the City may deem appropriate This position may be extended, or it may close before the closing date. Code : 2027002-1 Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Posting Start : 10/06/2026 Posting End : 10/23/2026 HOURLY RANGE: $18.44-$21.79