Interim Program Manager I - Fitness

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.

About the role

Are you ready to turn your passion for fitness into a career that makes a real impact? HealthFitness is looking for an energetic, people-focused Program Manager I - Fitness to lead an engaging onsite wellness program and inspire healthier lifestyles every day!

What you'll get to do: ️ Lead a dynamic fitness center and create exceptional member experiences

Monday-Friday (40 hrs/week) NO WEEKENDS!

MWF 6:30 AM-2:30 PM

T TH 9:30 AM-5:30 PM

Motivate participants through innovative fitness and wellness programs
Drive engagement, participation, and measurable results
Coach, develop, and support a team of fitness professionals
Design and deliver personal training, group fitness, and wellness initiatives
Use data and reporting to showcase program success and impact
Build meaningful relationships with members and client stakeholders
Help create a culture where health, well-being, and fun thrive

If you're a natural leader who loves fitness, enjoys connecting with people, and is excited to make a difference, we'd love to meet you!

This is a temporary role that will last for 6 weeks. Responsible for managing and directing all operational aspects of an on-site fitness program ensuring the highest level of participation, results achievement, and customer satisfaction in the delivery of programs and services. Also responsible for contract compliance; development of and adherence to the strategic business plan; staff supervision, training, and development; design and facilitation of a variety of health &fitness programs; and various administrative duties including developing outcomes focused management reports.

Key Accountabilities

• Manages all program activities in accordance with HealthFitness operational, quality, safety, and service standards.

• Develops and implements the yearly strategic business plan to identify contract deliverables, program/ service offerings and initiatives, targeted outcomes, and marketing strategy to meet client objectives. Prepares and manages operating budget. Ensures expenditures are made in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

• May leads regular individual and group staff meetings to ensure associates are informed about HealthFitness, client and program events, initiatives, and status.

• Ensures contract compliance. Manages client relationship to ensure that high customer satisfaction is maintained and HealthFitness value is reinforced.

• Directs the implementation of individual and group fitness programs, health education activities, motivational programs, and special events; coordinates marketing and communications to maximize program engagement, bringing in HealthFitness Corporate support as appropriate.

• Tracks participant and program data for measurement of individual and program goal achievement, outcomes, and results; creates outcomes focused management reports based on the identified business plan goals and objectives. Manages all record and data management activities at the worksite, ensuring the proper storage, retention, and confidentiality all data collected in accordance with HealthFitness requirements.

• Conducts informal safety checks daily and performs routine safety audits on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis in accordance with HealthFitness guidelines.

• Performs staff responsibilities as appropriate including floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescription, new member facility and equipment orientations, personal training, and group exercise class instruction. Verifies equipment is well maintained and operating properly; ensures locker rooms are clean and stocked, and coordinates prompt resolution to facility related issues.

• In conjunction with Director Program Management & Engagement, introduces new HealthFitness programs, products, and services to the client.

• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology or related discipline or equivalent combination of education, current certifications, and experience.

• 2+ years’ related industry experience.

• Current Adult CPR/AED/First Aid certifications from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Institute, or American Safety & Health Institute required by start date. ( Note: certification must have an in-person component and not 100% online/OSHA compliant).

• Ability to lead, manage and operate a fitness center.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.

• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.

• Computer proficiency in MS Office including at minimum Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.

Preferred

• Industry recognized Group Exercise certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA

• NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency.

• Prior Supervisory experience.

Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test. The compensation range for this role is $20.00- $25.00/hour. Additional commission opportunities for someone with an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved Personal Trainer certification. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.

Brand: HealthFitness

HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.