Part-Time Trainer, Intramurals

Part-Time Trainer, Intramurals

Location: LSC-North Harris

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 43027

Commitment to Mission: This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs:

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

LSC has been recognized in multiple categories and named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

Position Summary: Under direct supervision of the Wellness Coordinator, the PT Trainer, Fitness provides group fitness instruction, monitors and educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.

Essential Job Functions:

• Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down
• Instructs Wellness Center patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles
• Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class
• Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and the department and facility policies are adhered to
• Provides CPR and first aid in emergency situations
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles
• Demonstrated knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate music, tempo, cueing and rhythm as it applies to choreographed class formats
• Demonstrated ability to be professional and motivate class participants
• Demonstrated ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members
• Physical capability to perform frequent standing, sitting, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, overhead reaching, lifting and carrying
• Physically capable of performing heavy lifting (50 pounds)

Physical Abilities: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule And

Conditions:

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, phone and other assorted fitness equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled space with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess current CPR, AED, first aid certification
• Must possess a current Certified Group Fitness Instructor national certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA) or equivalent

Salary: Hourly Pay Rate is $27.14

Benefits: By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan and more.

EEO Statement: Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.