The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for an Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, for the MS Gulf Coast Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, located in Biloxi, Mississippi.Job Summary: Plans, instructs, and leads members participating in fitness programs for individuals and groups; demonstrates proper exercise techniques; ensures the safe use of the facilities by assisting members in the area of personal fitness which includes but is not limited to: weight loss, weight gain, nutritional guidance, goal setting, strength training, aerobic training, weight training and stress management as well as assist with the use of the various fitness equipment and ensuring the maintenance of fitness center exercise and audio equipment; assists members by answering questions about the RJKCCC and promotes repeat attendance.Performs other related work as required which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of a specific group fitness program. Knowledge of effective communication and motivation practices. Knowledge of the principles and practices of nutrition, weight management and fitness programs. Ability to motivate members. Ability to work independently. Ability to implement and enforce program policies and procedures. Ability to meet quality standards and deadlines. Ability to maintain effective and professional working relationships with clients.Mental and Physical Abilities: Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language. Ability to perform duties with a combination of frequent sitting, standing and walking.Physical effort required associated with walking, running, standing, and moderate-to-advanced level cardio activityEducation and Experience: High School diploma or G.E.D. and one year of experience leading a specific group fitness program, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Licenses and Certifications:Certification relevant to fitness class being taughtPersonal Trainer CertificationCPR CertificationFirst Aide CertificationPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language. Ability to perform duties with a combination of frequent sitting, standing and walking. Physical effort required associated with walking, running, standing, and moderate-to-advanced level cardio activity.Work is performed in a normal fitness center environment where there are physical discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.Additional Information: All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!
