Part-Time Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer (FOR HIE ONLY)

Job Summary

Under general direction, DFC Fitness Instructors are responsible for developing and implementing group fitness programming for Duke Faculty Club members.

Work Performed

General Duties

• Teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down.

• Instruct participants on effective workout methods; explain proper techniques, demonstrate exercises, identify different muscle groups, and teach appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles.

• Prepare appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class.

• Assist patrons, answer questions, and maintain a positive exercise experience for members and class participants.

• Keep management informed of customer and facility needs.

• Ensure that safety standards are met and that department and facility policies are adhered to.

• Assist the DFC management staff during club special events and recreational programming as required.

• Work to create a welcoming and vibrant environment that promotes safety, quality customer service, and excellence.

Education / Training

• Extensive knowledge of exercise physiology, kinesiology, safe training procedures, program implementation, and the proper use of cardiovascular, resistance, free weight, and related fitness equipment.

• Current certification in personal training or group exercise instruction by ACSM, NSCA, ACE, NASM, or another nationally recognized organization.

• Certification in CPR/AED and First Aid through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (must be obtained within 30 days of hiring).

Experience

• Previous experience in supervising and instructing individuals in a fitness environment is preferred.

Skills / Requirements

• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• High levels of energy, enthusiasm, and motivation.

• Maturity and the ability to work effectively with members and other professional staff.

• Requires flexible work hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Group fitness class offerings are subject to change with each seasonal schedule.

Anticipated Pay Range

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $22.80 to USD $53.58. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provisions for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification

• Group Exercise Certification from a credible organization or Personal Training Certification from a credible organization or Degree in Physical Education

Experience

• Not required, but preferred

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.