Nationwide wellness company seeking Fitness Director for medically based wellness center in Bronx, NY. Responsible for planning, developing and leading all health and fitness programs, including the design and administration of the annual wellness calendar and programs by performing the following duties:
- Creates a dynamic fitness program for members which encourages them to work out regularly through a variety of interesting, entertaining and appropriate venues in the Center including, but not limited to, aquatics, group exercises, personal training, and more.
- Creates, promotes and implements a personal training program that meets or exceeds the targeted revenues.
- Creates a positive atmosphere for both members and staff to fulfill their health and fitness needs while successfully contributing to the Club’s overall bottom line.
- Supervises all fitness staff and provides staff development and training so that each individual can meet and have the opportunity to excel in their position.
- Monitors and reports to the General Manager regarding the financial performance of all fitness product lines for which he/she directly supervises.
- Schedules fitness staff to cover the fitness floor and monitors the level of member interaction and instruction.
- Develops, implements and monitors a pay for performance personal training system
- Develops new programs to meet the needs and desires of members.
- Designs, implements and trains new and current staff regarding the member intake and consultation process. Monitors intake consultation participation rates.
- Implements the member retention program and monitors new member phone calls and appointments, and 30, 60, 90 follow-up phone calls.
- Develops both the technical and sales skills of the personal training staff.
- Meets regularly with the General Manager and prepares action plans according to departmental goals and objectives.
- Directs and supervises the initial intake and Health Risk Assessment (HRA) process.
- When appropriate, be able to present health and fitness information to membership, sponsoring hospital and/or community in the form of lectures, presentations and health fairs for prospecting of new clients.
- When not otherwise engaged with a member for personal training or orientation, is responsible for overseeing the fitness floor to answer member questions, assure that members are engaged in safe techniques, clean equipment and supervise the fitness floor.
- Serves as the Safety Officer with all the duties so assigned including developing emergency procedures and staff training to include annual CPR, AED, and first aid certification.
- Additional duties as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited school in an exercise or health related field, minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the management of fitness staff, developing and monitoring group exercise programs and a personal training program required.
Hold and maintain one of the following certifications: ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)-Health & Fitness Instructor, NSCA (National Strength & Conditioning Association)-Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, NATA-certified (National Athletic Trainer's Association), or NASM (National Academy Sports Medicine) Certified Personal Trainer
Must be certified in infant, child, and adult CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED).
This is a salary exempt position.
EEO: Applicants shall not be discriminated against due to age, ancestry, color, religious beliefs, disability (mental and physical), marital, familial or parental status, medical condition, genetic information, military and Veteran status, national origin, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
License/Certification:
- PT Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bronx, NY 10457: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person