Assistant Program Manager

trustmark; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Free continuing education credits

PTO + paid holidays + volunteer paid

Job summary

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, seeks a capable leader to manage a large onsite health and fitness program. You will oversee operations, mentor staff, participate in budgeting, and drive member engagement with hands-on services like personal training and group fitness.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience, fitness-certification credentials, and a commitment to health and well-being within a busy facility.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology, or related discipline plus two years of related work experience or the equivalent combination of education, certifications and experience.
• OSHA compliant First Aid/CPR/AED from recognized organizations.
• Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA (if not current required within 3 months)

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fitness center operations and serve as Manager on Duty.
• Lead and develop fitness staff and interns.
• Contribute to budgeting, strategic planning, and program reporting.
• Drive participation, engagement and outstanding member experiences.
• Deliver hands-on fitness services including personal training, group exercise, fitness assessments, and orientations.
• Help create a welcoming, results-driven culture focused on health and well-being.

Skills

Staff leadership

Operations management

Member engagement

Budgeting

Program reporting

Personal training

Group exercise

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Exercise Science/Health Promotion/Kinesiology

OSHA-compliant First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification

Job description

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

Ready to make an impact through fitness leadership? In this role, you'll help lead all aspects of a large onsite health and fitness program, combining operations management, team leadership, member engagement, and wellness programming into one rewarding opportunity.

• Oversee daily fitness center operations and serve as Manager on Duty
• Lead and develop fitness staff and interns
• Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and program reporting
• Drive participation, engagement, and outstanding member experiences
• Deliver hands-on fitness services including personal training, group exercise, fitness assessments, and facility orientations
• Help create a welcoming, results-driven culture focused on health and well-being

This is the perfect opportunity for a fitness professional who enjoys both leadership and direct member interaction.

Schedule

Monday-Thursday, combination of shifts between 6:00 am - 7:00pm; Friday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm

No weekends

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Free continuing education credits
• PTO + paid holidays + volunteer paid time off

Contributes to all management, operations, technical and administrative functions of a large onsite health and fitness program. Oversees day to day operations and routinely serves as Manager on Duty. May be the primary manager for a satellite location. Assists with development of the annual budget, strategic business plan, and various administrative duties and reporting. May also perform some staff responsibilities such as instructing group exercise classes; personal training; conducting fitness tests, exercise prescriptions, and orientations; and fitness floor coverage.

Key Accountabilities

Supervise staff which includes full and parttime staff, on-call, group exercise instructors and interns. Oversee/supervise the day to day activities at the site which includes opening/closing, employee schedules, and ensuring proper protocols and procedures are followed to maintain the efficient operation of the facility.

Contributes to the development and implementation of the yearly strategic business plan to identify contract deliverables, program/ service offerings and initiatives, targeted outcomes and marketing strategy to meet client objectives. Submits employment forms, payroll records and billing worksheets accurately and according to contract provisions and HealthFitness policies.

Develops and implements individual fitness programs, health education activities, motivational programs and special events; coordinates and develops marketing and communications to maximize program engagement.

Works with Program Manager to ensure all staff is properly trained and hold appropriate certifications necessary for safe and effective program delivery; provides continuous feedback and coaching to all program staff to ensure quality of all programs and services being delivered. Conducts formal performance appraisals on an annual basis and initiates formal corrective action process when warranted.

Assists with informal safety checks on a daily basis and performs routine safety audits on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis in accordance with HFC guidelines. Ensures staff receives proper training in companywide and site specific safety and accident prevention programs and procedures, emergency preparedness, and incident reporting and corrective action procedures.

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.

Performs staff responsibilities as appropriate including floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescription, new member facility and equipment orientations.

Other duties as needed/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology, or related discipline plus two years of related work experience OR the equivalent combination of education, certifications and experience.
• OSHA compliant Adult First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Industry recognized Group Exercise Instructor certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT or NETA (if not current will be required within 3 months