Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor Spring 2026University of Kentucky
Job Summary
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Specific Questions
Applicant Documents
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Campus Recreation STUDENT Personal Trainer or STUDENT Group Fitness Instructor Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU14255 |
| Department Name | 1B310:Campus Recreation |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $20 / Hour |
| Type of Position | Student |
| Position Time Status | Part-Time |
| Required Education | Must be a current student at the University of Kentucky |
| Required Related Experience | none |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Personal Training or Group Fitness Certification |
| Physical Requirements | The position may require lifting or pushing objects up to 50lbs, or extended amounts of time walking or standing. |
| Shift | As scheduled |
| Job Summary | Designing and leading personal training and group fitness sessions. This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Time Management, Social Interaction, Initiative, Observant |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Certified Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor |
| Deadline to Apply | 05/31/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
- Are you interested in working as a Personal Trainer or Group Fitness Instructor?
- Yes
- No
- What certification do you hold?
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your experience in teaching or leading a group fitness or personal training session.
(Open Ended Question)
- What is your training philosophy?
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you available to work weekends?
- Yes
- No
- No Response
- To help us understand your availability for the applicable semester, please provide the specific times when you are NOT available to work. Our hours of operation are: Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (EXAMPLE: 'I cannot work M/W/F 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. because I have class.')
(Open Ended Question)
- You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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