Program Manager I - Fitness

Healthfitness; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

HSA/FSA options

Certification reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

HealthFitness is seeking a full-time Program Manager I – Fitness to lead the delivery of a comprehensive onsite fitness program at our client location in Chicago, IL. This 40-hour-per-week role is ideal for a fitness professional expanding leadership experience while overseeing day-to-day operations of a midsized corporate fitness program.

You will provide thoughtful leadership across program operations, staff development, client service, and member engagement, ensuring exceptional program

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology or related field.
• 2+ years’ related industry experience.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certifications from recognized organizations.
• Ability to lead, manage and operate a fitness center.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work demands.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Pre-employment drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fitness center operations and ensure program delivery.
• Lead, develop, and support onsite staff.
• Manage contract requirements, business initiatives and performance reporting.
• Develop and deliver onsite and virtual fitness programs.
• Provide fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, orientations, and group instruction.
• Maintain professional client-focused environment with measurable outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Leadership

Organization

Fitness program operations

Education

Associate degree or higher in Exercise Science/Health Promotion/Kinesiology

Tools

MS Office

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

HealthFitness is seeking a full-time Program Manager I – Fitness to lead the delivery of a comprehensive onsite fitness program at our client location in Chicago, IL. This 40-hour-per-week opportunity is ideal for a fitness professional ready to expand their leadership experience while overseeing the day-to-day operations of a midsized corporate fitness program.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide thoughtful leadership across program operations, staff development, client service, and member engagement. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing daily fitness center operations and ensuring exceptional program delivery
• Leading, developing, and supporting onsite staff
• Managing contract requirements, strategic business initiatives, and performance reporting
• Developing and delivering engaging health and fitness programs, both onsite and virtually
• Providing fitness assessments, exercise prescriptions, orientations, and individual and group instruction
• Maintaining a welcoming, professional environment focused on participation, measurable outcomes, and client satisfaction

Enjoy the consistency of a full-time schedule with no weekends.

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 (if not current must obtain within 60 days of hire).
• NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency (if not current must obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Prior Supervisory experience.

Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test. The compensation range for this role is $50,000 - $60.000 annual. 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

Come join HealthFitness! Join a team that will not only utilize your current skills but will enhance them as well. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO and FSA options, retirement/401(k) with employer matching program, fitness and wellness programs incentivized with medical plan discounts, certification reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement, paid new parent leave, paid Holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full-time associates), volunteer paid time off and much more.

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.