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Personal Trainer

North Carolina State University

$16.00 / hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Mar 05, 2026

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195797TM
Position Number	24PET28
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	A Trainer is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of others through movement. You will leverage your professional knowledge to design and deliver high-quality, individualized fitness programs, as well as actively cultivate positive relationships with your clients to provide continued motivation and support throughout their journey. Join our pack! Contribute Assessment: Administer comprehensive one-on-one Fitness Assessment services, evaluating current fitness levels and establishing personalized baseline data for clients. Instruction: Design and deliver safe one-on-one training sessions, tailored to clients' specific goals, abilities, and preferences, ensuring effective and progressive results. User Experience: Cultivate exceptional user experiences by providing enthusiastic guidance, insightful fitness education, and accurate information regarding Wellness and Recreation programs, services, and facilities. Knowledge: Maintain knowledge of general fitness, wellness, anatomy, kinesiology and physiology as it relates to human movement and muscular conditioning. Confidentiality: Ensure confidentiality and organization in client information data. Collaboration: Collaborate in the development and implementation of innovative initiatives that inspire movement and promote a culture of well-being within the broader NC State Community.
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Wellness and Recreation

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Clerical
Working Title	Personal Trainer

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Maximum 20 hours per week as scheduled
Other Work/Responsibilities	Guideline Enforcement: Understand and enforce Wellness and Recreation and area specific guidelines. Risk Management: Knowledge and implementation of emergency action plan. Training and Meetings: Attend required training and monthly staff meetings. Community: Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants and guests. Support: Perform other related duties to support the overall functioning of the department. Working Conditions Environment: Work will be completed indoors. Physical: Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting weight up to 60 lbs regularly. Sensory: Potentially loud and busy work environment that requires strong communication and observation skills. Schedule: Flexibility in availability is needed to potentially work early mornings, late nights, weekends and breaks. Safety: Exposure to potential safety hazards and adherence to the emergency action plan to mitigate risk.
Minimum Experience/Education
Department Required Skills	Initiative: Complete required work, pursue opportunities to expand knowledge, work to better the department. Communication: Display effective and proactive interpersonal communication with users and coworkers. Customer Service: Prioritize our users, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for all participants. Critical Thinking: Actively conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, and evaluating information to reach a conclusion. Teamwork: Collaborate and use knowledge and experiences to contribute to the success of the team. Values Reasoning: Using our four values of care, positivity, flexibility and support when making decisions. Professionalism: Present expected behavior in the workplace, exemplified by your attitude and effort.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	N/A
Required License or Certification	Eligibility: Current full-time NC State student, demonstrated by enrollment in at least 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate credit hours. Certifications: Current nationally accredited Personal Training Certification OR current participant in the Wellness and Recreation Personal Training Program. Current First Aid and Adult CPR/AED certification or obtained before position commencement.
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$16.00/hour

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	02/23/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/227668

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call (919) 515-3148.

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