City of Eagan
Personal Trainer
Join the Eagan Community Center team as a Personal Trainer and turn your passion for fitness into a rewarding opportunity! We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of community members. With no sales pressure and a supportive environment to grow your business, you’ll have the opportunity to design personalized, safe, and well-balanced fitness plans that cater to all demographics.
Salary:
$41.85 per hour
Location:
Eagan Community Center
Job Type:
Part-Time Recurring (Year-Round)
Job Number:
1219202502
Department:
Parks and Recreation
Division:
Community Center
Opening Date:
12/19/2025
Closing Date:
1/18/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Hours:
Up to 29 hours per week; evening and weekend availability required. Hours are not guaranteed.
Essential Position Functions
Administer fitness assessment for new and interested clients.
Evaluate and determine appropriate goals and exercises.
Offer guidance, motivation, and expertise.
Track and monitor progress, making appropriate changes as needed.
Adhere to all guidelines for safety as outlined by the facility and certifying body.
Schedule and track all training appointments; reschedule/cancel with clients when necessary.
Direct clients to guest services to collect payments—no money should be exchanged between client and trainer.
Develop and implement specialty and small group classes as needed.
Participate in Community Center promotions and wellness incentives.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification (ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE or equivalent).
One year of experience in personal training at a fitness center, health club, community center, or equivalent.
Experience working with people of all ages and fitness levels.
Passion for the health/fitness industry.
Ability to react quickly and efficiently in a health emergency situation.
CPR, AED and First Aid certification required.
Able to perform all essential Position Functions under the working condition requirements as described.
Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience
College degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or equivalent.
Nutrition certification.
Specialty training certifications.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Physical Demands
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk loudly, and hear.
May be required to move or shift up to 50 pounds.
Required to climb, balance, reach, run, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Must be able to react quickly and spontaneously.
Work Environment The noise level may be moderately loud when music is present.
Benefits This position is not eligible for benefits. As a public employee with the City of Eagan, you may become eligible to participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). More information on MN PERA pension or to determine eligibility can be found at https://mnpera.org/.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Salary:
$41.85 per hour
Location:
Eagan Community Center
Job Type:
Part-Time Recurring (Year-Round)
Job Number:
1219202502
Department:
Parks and Recreation
Division:
Community Center
Opening Date:
12/19/2025
Closing Date:
1/18/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Hours:
Up to 29 hours per week; evening and weekend availability required. Hours are not guaranteed.
Essential Position Functions
Administer fitness assessment for new and interested clients.
Evaluate and determine appropriate goals and exercises.
Offer guidance, motivation, and expertise.
Track and monitor progress, making appropriate changes as needed.
Adhere to all guidelines for safety as outlined by the facility and certifying body.
Schedule and track all training appointments; reschedule/cancel with clients when necessary.
Direct clients to guest services to collect payments—no money should be exchanged between client and trainer.
Develop and implement specialty and small group classes as needed.
Participate in Community Center promotions and wellness incentives.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification (ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE or equivalent).
One year of experience in personal training at a fitness center, health club, community center, or equivalent.
Experience working with people of all ages and fitness levels.
Passion for the health/fitness industry.
Ability to react quickly and efficiently in a health emergency situation.
CPR, AED and First Aid certification required.
Able to perform all essential Position Functions under the working condition requirements as described.
Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience
College degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or equivalent.
Nutrition certification.
Specialty training certifications.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Physical Demands
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk loudly, and hear.
May be required to move or shift up to 50 pounds.
Required to climb, balance, reach, run, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Must be able to react quickly and spontaneously.
Work Environment The noise level may be moderately loud when music is present.
Benefits This position is not eligible for benefits. As a public employee with the City of Eagan, you may become eligible to participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). More information on MN PERA pension or to determine eligibility can be found at https://mnpera.org/.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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