Physical Fitness Trainer

  • Open Date: July 21, 2025
  • End Date: July 31, 2025
Program:Fallon Tribal Health Center- Wellness CenterSalary Grade:GS – 10
Supervisor:Diabetes Prevention CoordinatorSalary Range:$17.22-$20.56
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt     Position Type:Regular-Full Time

WORKING HOURS WILL BE 5 AM TO 2 PM MONDAY-FRIDAY

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The goal is to provide strength-building, improve cardio-vascular health, and weight loss/gain activities in a professional manner for the general community as well as people with health issues in a clean, safe facility that allows community members to concentrate on physical fitness.  Under the supervision of the Diabetes Prevention Coordinator, the Physical Fitness Trainer will be responsible for assisting in the daily operation of the Fitness Center which will include the care and upkeep of the Fitness Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Responsible for orientation to the Fitness Center program (Nautilus/Facility) and tours as necessary.
  2. Responsible for orientation of & enforcing the rules & maintenance of regulations for facility use.
  3. Responsible for monitoring equipment and center for necessary maintenance.
  4. Responsible for supervising & assisting clients in the safe & positive use of all exercise machines.
  5. Responsible for the safe removal of clients in event of an emergency episode, (i.e. fire, earthquake, physical threat, bomb).
  6. Will be required to clean all areas of the Fitness Center.
  7. Will be required to attend training sessions related to position.
  8. Other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  1. Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
  2. Certifications or near certification as an Aerobics Instructor or Personal Trainer is desired but not required, must be willing to train and obtain certification.
  3. Must be certified within one (1) year from date of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

(To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements, below, are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions)

  • Must have good communication and organization skills
  • Must be able to work with the public.
  • Must be able to work with limited supervision and take the initiative to complete all tasks.
  • Shall pass courses in CPR and First Aid annually.
  • Must be certified within the first 90 days of employment in CPR, BCLS, First Aid and Oxygen Therapy Administration.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  1. This position is covered by the provisions of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (Public Law 101-630), as amended, which requires an investigation of the character of each individual who is employed, or is being considered for employment, in a position with duties and responsibilities that involve regular contact with or control over Indian children, and as incorporated by decision of the FBC that elders and those who cannot speak for themselves are entitled to the same protections. A criminal history investigation will be performed, and the applicant must meet the requirements of the Act.
  2. The duties of this position include mandatory reporting pursuant to 1) the Victims of Child Abuse law (34 USC § 20341) and 2) elder and vulnerable person laws (NRS 200.5093), as incorporated by decision of the FBC that elders and those who cannot speak for themselves are entitled to the same protections. Because such laws may subject employees to criminal penalties under FPST LOC § 5-50-040 and/or 18 U.S.C. §§ 1169 and 2258, all employees hired to this position must complete a Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe and Native American/Indian Preference:  Employment preferences to members of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone and to members of federally-recognized Indian Tribes shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies.  Persons of Tribe and/or Indian ancestry and wish to claim these employment preferences should submit a copy of the Tribal Enrollment Card/Certification indicating the name of the Tribe they are enrolled with.

U.S. Veteran’s Preference:  Preference to opportunities to veterans honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces shall apply to this position pursuant to the Tribe’s Personnel Policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national original, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, genetics or membership or non-membership in any employee organization, except as allowed by Federal and/or Tribal Law.

Drug Free Workplace:  The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe is a drug-free workplace.  All employees are subject to a pre-employment and random drug screens.

Driving Record:  Employees who drive tribal vehicles must have a valid Nevada Driver’s License, be insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance program, and must also provide a DMV printout annually.

Background Checks:  All employees must be able to pass a background check per the Tribe’s Background Check Policy.

Position Description Limitations:  This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Tribe and the employee, and is subject to change by the Council as the needs of the Tribe and the requirements of the job change.  This position description is not intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by any employee in this position and is not intended to reflect all duties performed within the position.

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