Center Director

Power Wellness; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health and fitness management is seeking a passionate Fitness Center Director to lead their team in Lombard, Illinois. This dynamic role involves overseeing operations, developing marketing strategies, and ensuring exceptional service delivery to members. With a focus on personal and professional growth, the organization offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Join a company that values integrity, excellence, and creativity, and make a meaningful impact on the wellness journey of community members. If you are a strategic thinker with a knack for leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Complimentary Fitness Membership

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(K) Plan with Company Matching

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience in health or fitness settings.
• CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the fitness center operations and team.
• Ensure compliance with policies and optimize operational efficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Budget Management

Marketing

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Power Wellness Management, LLC, 851 Oak Creek Dr, Lombard, Illinois, United States of America Req #5299

Monday, February 10, 2025

Position Title: Fitness Center Director
Type: Full time
Location: Northern Suburbs of Illinois

Are you an experienced leader? We’re looking for candidates like you!

Power Wellness, is the nation’s largest management company in the medical fitness industry. Founded in 1996, we have managed over 50 centers for healthcare systems, academic institutions, community foundations and municipalities. We focus on creating meaningful connections with each of our members to help them move forward. As a team member of Power Wellness 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 job opportunities.

Power Wellness is growing and has leadership opportunities for full-time Center Directors. In this role, you will provide leadership to the team through direct accountability of the development, operations, programming, and marketing of the wellness center.

Improving life, with elevated opportunities.

The Fitness Center Director is responsible for providing leadership to the entire center team through direct accountability of the development, operations, programming and marketing of the wellness center. The Fitness Center Director aims to achieve the overall client organizational strategic direction and goals through efficient and effective delivery of services to members and guests of the center.

Benefits:
- Flexible Work Schedules and Earned Time Off (ETO).
- Complimentary Fitness Membership.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits.
- 401(K) plan with company matching.
- Pet Insurance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Work collaboratively with all fitness center management teams to assure consistent provision of services and care is achieved with Power Wellness support, collaboration and coordination.
2. Provide leadership, supervision and support to the all center employees.
3. Ensure compliance with all Power Wellness policies and procedures provided for center operations to help maximize operational efficiencies and minimize any potential risks.
4. Work together with Human Resources to ensure appropriate staffing requirements and compliance with HR policies and procedures.
5. Oversee all employee disciplinary and termination processes in consultation with the HR department utilizing sound human resource principles and following appropriate state and federal labor and employment laws.
6. Responsible for the planning and development of fiscal year operating and capital budgets in cooperation with Operations, Power Wellness and client accounting departments.
7. Responsible for managing center operations with strategic and operational goals within the approved operating budget.
8. Contribute to all submitted monthly, quarterly and/or annual budget and statistical reports to the client/s in cooperation with the Financial Manager and Operations.
9. Develop, implement and evaluate marketing and retention plans in collaboration with Power Wellness marketing for community and corporate prospects to achieve membership volume goals.
10. Assist in the development of emergency response and building safety policies including ongoing training and drills in keeping with local and hospital regulations and according to Medical Fitness Association (MFA) guidelines.
11. Administer medically based programs in coordination with the Medical Integration Department; focusing on wellness based, local demographics and needs within the health system, community and member population.
12. Participate in the medical advisory committee (MAC) to consult and provide professional input related to medically integrated programming, and ensure there is a high level of engagement between the MAC and the center’s programs, services and safety protocols.
13. Represent the center with involvement and attendance at off-site community events such chamber organizations, health fairs, service clubs and corporate events with the intent of sharing center information and procuring memberships.
14. The ability to be flexible and accommodating as it relates to center hours, work schedules and scheduling appointments for prospects and members.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in exercise science, health care/fitness related field and/or business studies required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a management position required.
• Experience in implementation of capital/operating budgets, human resource development, marketing, retail/membership sales, medical integration and wellness programming preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple projects through completion with high level of organizational skill, efficiency and goal attainment.
• CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire (provided by Power Wellness).
• Must possess excellent inter-personal and communication skills, and the ability to work with members in a positive, service based manner.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a controlled and professional demeanor with a high level of organizational skills and efficiency.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to exercise sound business judgement without supervision on human resources and administrative matters of significance.
• Excellent sales, marketing, writing, presentation and tracking skills required.

We Improve Life By Delivering Excellence In Health, Fitness & Wellness Management.

Integrity * Excellence * Humanity * Passion * Creativity * Humility

• Power Wellness Management, LLC, 851 Oak Creek Dr, Lombard, Illinois, United States of America