Fitness Director in Fairfax, Virginia at Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia

About Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia

The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (Pozez JCC), located in Fairfax, Virginia, is a nonprofit, social service organization that builds community and enriches lives. The Pozez JCC is a community connector, offering a variety of programs and services on the main campus, online and throughout Northern Virginia through its many partnerships. Quality programs and experiences, based on Jewish values, include early childhood education, after-school & day camps, social programs for families raising young children, J-Fit health & aquatics activities, adult learning and cultural programs, inclusion and disabilities services, community impact through volunteerism, and more. Programs are open to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Fitness Director

Job Classification: Full-Time Exempt (40 hours per week)/On Site

Reports To: Associate Executive Director

Position Summary:

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.

Qualifications:

· 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.

Essential Position Duties:

· 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 targets are hit and manages expenses 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.

Other Duties:

· 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.

Hours:
The hours for this position may include Morning, Afternoon & Evening Hours. In addition, some weekends, holidays and special events are also required of this position.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $60K - $65K

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Retirement Plan, Facility Membership, Select Federal and Jewish holidays.

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive, but is intended to be a generalized description of the primary job responsibilities and expectations. Management may change the job responsibilities and expectations based on business requirements.

This position description is intended to comply with all known state and federal regulations and includes accommodation re-evaluations and equal opportunity employment.

The Pozez JCC is an equal opportunity employer. The Pozez JCC is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees. We encourage all applicants regardless of gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other social identity.