Director Of Fitness & Wellness

Job purpose

The Ford Field & River Club is seeking a Fitness and Wellness Director to expand the departments programming, marketing, and facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience working in high-end or luxury resorts or private clubs. The successful candidate will possess unparalleled customer service skills and champion The Ford Field & River Club brand through creative and innovative fitness and wellness offerings that complement the active and outdoor lifestyle of the Clubs membership.

Duties and responsibilities

• Direct oversight of 20+ group fitness classes per week.
• Enhance and improve fitness and wellness programming.
• Collaborate with other athletic departments on fitness and wellness initiatives.
• Work with culinary and food and beverage departments on healthy options for menus.
• Develop a Ford Field & River Club fitness brand strategy by working closely with Fords membership and marketing team.
• Select, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate management staff in the Fitness and Wellness department.
• Oversees the retail sales operation of the Fitness and Wellness department.
• Coordinates the purchase of departmental supplies and merchandise for resale.
• Oversees facilities and equipment to ensure safety, cleanliness, and good working order.
• Ensures that all applicable daily reports are completed correctly and approves/reviews outgoing communications and contracts when necessary.
• Assists departmental management staff in implementing club policies, goals, operating procedures, and standards.
• Oversees all operational policies, procedures, controls, and fee structures to ensure the safekeeping of assets, inventory, and resources.
• Attends management meetings; conducts staff meetings.
• Plans all programs according to monthly and yearly calendar.
• Pursues continuous development and education for himself or herself and for subordinates to enhance image, quality, and offerings of the department.
• Prepares and monitors operating and capital budgets; takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budget goals are attained. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Physical Education, Sports or Recreational Management or Sports Marketing preferred.
• Minimum three years of high-end fitness club management experience.
• Prior experience with planning, design, and implementation of new fitness/wellness facilities.
• Proficient in large fitness/wellness operation including budgeting, planning and governance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of wellness, fitness, and outdoor pursuits programming as well as spa treatments and services.
• Broad knowledge of holistic health and nutrition practices.
• Holds up to date certifications in:
• ACE American Council on Exercise
• NASM National Academy of Sports Medicine
• NSCA National Strength and Conditioning Association
• CPR/AED certifications

Working conditions

Works inside and outside in the normal course of the workday.

Physical requirements

• Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance and/or crouch.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Physical exertion over long periods of time.
• Work in hot and humid environment.
• Push, pull and lift 50 pounds.

Direct reports
None