Athletic Trainer

General Description

Under general supervision of the Fitness/Wellness Director, leads and coordinates individual or group adult and youth fitness/physical training sessions for a specified health and fitness program.

Examples of Work Performed

Plans, skills and leads exercise/activity sessions in one or more assigned fitness areas, such as low/High impact training, stretching/flexibility, circuit training, general fitness, functional training, and/or specialty for sports specific training.

Sets up and monitors class equipment, and ensures its return in serviceable and sanitized condition. 3. Advises participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate.

Distributes handouts and/or class evaluations, if appropriate, and answers questions from participants after each session; assists in performing follow-up and communication with participants, as required.

Tracks progress of clients; helps maintain client files as appropriate.

Ensures that safety and injury prevention policies and procedures are adhered to by participants; reports accidents and prepares accident reports, as required.

Performs related work as assigned

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED with 1 to 2 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified

Associates Degree preferred

One (1) year of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education

Any or combination of: Primary Group Fitness, Fitness Trainer, CF L-1, and Personal Trainer Certification

Recognized competency in field of instructional expertise/may require discipline-specific certification

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license

Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skill in the use of CPR-First Aid procedures

Ability to prepare routine progress paperwork

Knowledge of fitness training and education methods and techniques in area of specialty

Knowledge of exercise principles and technology. Ability to work with or learn the use of a body composition analyzer and software

Familiar with Concept 2 and Life Core equipment (Rower-Ski Erg-Air Bike), or must be willing to learn

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures

Conditions of Employment:

CPR-First Aid Certification required within one month of date of hire

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED with 1 to 2 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified?

• Yes

• No

02

Do you have an Associate's Degree or higher?

• Yes

• No

03

How many years of experience do you have in this field?

04

Do you have any of the following: Primary Group Fitness, Fitness Trainer, CF L-1, and Personal Trainer Certification?

Required Question

Agency Hidalgo County

Address 505 S. McColl Rd., Suite A

Edinburg, Texas, 78539

Phone 956-318-2660

Website https://www.hidalgocounty.us/