Personal Trainer

Department: Recreation Part-Time: Hourly – Non-exempt Do you love helping people achieve their fitness goals? Bring your passion for wellness to life at Dundee Township Park District! We're seeking motivated and knowledgeable Personal Trainers to join our fitness team at Rakow and Randall Oaks Fitness Centers. Help members feel empowered, energized, and supported as they work toward healthier lifestyles. Why Join Us? As a Personal Trainer at Dundee Township Park District, you’ll be part of a welcoming, supportive team that values personal growth, for both staff and members. Whether you're guiding someone through their first workout or pushing an experienced client to the next level, your skills and encouragement will make a lasting impact. What You’ll Do: • Deliver safe, effective, and engaging personal training sessions • Help clients set and reach their fitness goals • Demonstrate proper exercise form and equipment use • Customize workouts based on clients’ abilities and needs • Track session usage and ensure payment completion • Educate clients on fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle choices • Foster client accountability, motivation, and success • Maintain a clean, professional, and organized training space • Assist with facility upkeep and equipment care • Support department programs and attend staff trainings • Represent DTPD in a professional, approachable manner What You Bring: • High School diploma or equivalent (GED) • 1–3 months of related training experience • CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months) • Nationally recognized personal training certification preferred (e.g., ACE, ACSM, NASM) • Knowledge of exercise science, fitness equipment, and training principles • Excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple clients • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends • Valid driver’s license • Experience developing fee-based fitness programming • Bilingual communication skills (Spanish a plus) • Technology and software literacy (scheduling, client tracking, etc.) Perks & Benefits: • Impactful, meaningful work helping clients reach life-changing goals • Access to professional development opportunities In exchange for your time and talent, we offer: Choose one of the following: - Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass - Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center - Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo and Park Plus: - Free or discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions - Access to KCT Credit Union membership Schedule: This is a part-time position with flexible hours based on client demand. Some evenings and weekends required. Ready to Motivate and Inspire? If you're passionate about fitness, goal-driven, and ready to empower others on their wellness journey, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help build a healthier community, one session at a time.