Fitness Director

Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia•Fairfax, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia seeks a highly motivated and qualified individual to lead our Health and Fitness Department. The Fitness Director is primarily responsible for directing, training, overseeing, and maintaining all aspects of the Health and Fitness department. The Fitness Director will assume exceptional leadership responsibilities for the overall vision and strategic direction of the Health and Fitness Department. In this role, you will oversee program development, supervision, coordination, and financial management and be responsible for the overall success of the Pozez JCC Health and Fitness Department. The Fitness Director reports to the Associate Executive Director.

Requirements

Applicants should have an associate’s degree or higher and five or more years of successful experience.
Additional certifications from a nationally recognized agency such as: ACE, AFFA, ASCM, NSCA, NSPA or NASM.
Valid CPR/AED and First Aid and other certifications that we may require in the future.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer and social media literacy, and work independently and collaboratively on a flexible schedule.
Must be able to lift up to 45-pounds
Excellent customer service skills
Efficient, well organized and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
Professional, discretion and appearance.
Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational disposition.
Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic.
Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment.
Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury.

Responsibilities

Manages the day-to-day operations of the J-Fit Health Club
Oversee and manage all Health and Fitness management staff, including assisting with the onboarding process.
Development, Marketing and Sales of Personal Training
In charge of payroll for the department
Responsible for managing the Health and Fitness department budget. Ensures monthly revenue and expenses are in line with the budget.
Hiring, onboarding, developing, and overseeing Personal Training staff and program to grow revenue and assist members with their health and wellness journey.
Hiring, onboarding, developing, and overseeing Support Staff to ensure efficient staffing coverage of the J-Fit Health Club.
Hiring, onboarding, developing, and overseeing Group Fitness Instructors to ensure high standard of safe, quality group exercise instruction.
Provides effective operational guidance to the team to successfully execute health and fitness programs.
Create opportunities to grow member enrollment through high quality programs designed to drive community engagement.
Stays up to date on fitness trends to create a robust offering of programs and activities that will engage and keep families and individuals connected to the Pozez JCC.
Work with the marketing team and other departments to advertise J-Fit programs to our members and the community.
Attend and participate in leadership meetings.
Assist in the Personal Training scheduling/renewal process.
Works collaboratively with Aquatics, Membership, and other departments in creating and designing health and wellness-specific programs.
Conduct fitness orientations for new members.
Ensure facility cleanliness and tidiness.
Keep current with facility calendar – programs, events, and activities.
Participates in facility events, activities, and seminars when directed by leadership.
Help facilitate member and/or guest access and maintain a safe and secure fitness environment.
Continually monitor and assist members to ensure proper form is used when performing exercises.