Job Description
Personal Trainers strive to live out the vision, mission, and core values of the Office of Recreation and Well through creating relationships with the Butler Community to increase the accessibility of physical activity by acting as a resource of knowledge of safe and enjoyable movement. Personal Trainers assess, discuss, motivate, and teach clients how to improve their physical fitness, well-being, and reinforce healthy habits through a client centered approach where the trainer and client move collaboratively through the clients fitness and wellness journey.
Work Schedule
Schedule made based on trainer & client availability
Position Responsibilities
- Interact with client(s) with no judgment, striving to ensure that they have a positive and safe experience.
- Maintain at least two clients throughout tenure of employment.
- Maintain open communication with clients to set client sessions and ensure that the trainer can answer any questions the client may have.
- Run each session in accordance with the client ’s specific goals and adjust session intensities to adapt to each client ’s physical capabilities.
- Attending all staff meetings and trainings.
Required Qualifications
- Nationally recognized personal training certification (ACE, ACSM, NASM, NSCA..etc.)
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification
- Displays strong communication skills to effectively interact with participants and other RecWell employees.
- Able to complete all responsibilities listed above.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Other Expectations
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Comply with University standards and policies.
- Ensure confidentiality of information.
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.
