PROGRAM MANAGER I, SCHAUMBURG, IL

_Full-Time, with benefits & PTO. Weekdays only - M/F 6am-2pm, T/W/TH 10am-6pm (subject to change)  _

If you are ready for a leadership role and want to join a fitness industry trailblazer, this opportunity is for you! HEALTHFITNESS is looking for a PROGRAM MANAGER I at our multi-tenant facility in SCHAUMBURG, IL. In this role, you'll manage and direct all operational aspects of our multi-tenant onsite fitness program ensuring the highest level of participation, results achievement and customer satisfaction in the delivery of programs and services. HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, provides 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.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Direct and market fitness center programs and initiatives based on individual and group needs. Deliver health education activities, motivational programs and special events.
• Manage all fitness center program activities in accordance with operational, quality, safety and service standards.
• Implement and instruct individual and group fitness programs, provide floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescriptions, and orientations.
• Supervise 2 part-time associates in accordance with HealthFitness policies, procedures and applicable laws including recruiting, orienting, training, evaluating, developing and succession planning. Plan, assign and direct work assignments to ensure staff remains challenged and productivity is maximized. 
• Staff training & development to promote and encourage career growth. Ensures staff is properly trained and hold appropriate certifications necessary for safe and effective program delivery, conduct annual formal performance appraisals, and initiate formal corrective action process when warranted.
• Submit employment forms, payroll records and billing worksheets accurately and according to contract provisions and HealthFitness policies.
• Ensure contract compliance and manage client relationship.
• Develop and manage the yearly strategic business plan, operating budget, and outcomes focused programs that meet client objectives.
• Track and report participant and program data for measurement of individual and program goal achievement and results.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Kinesiology or related discipline and 1+ years related experience (or the equivalent combination of education, certifications and experience).
• Ability to lead, manage and operate a fitness center. Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
• Current adult CPR/AED/First Aid certifications from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Group Exercise Instructor certification from a HealthFitness recognized provider, i.e. AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NETA, and the ability to instruct a variety of class formats.  If certification is not current, will be required within 60 days of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.
• Self-motivated and dependable with the ability to work autonomously.
• Creative thinker with the ability to organize and strategize implementation of programming and outreach efforts.
• Proven ability to build rapport and trust across various levels of leadership. Works well independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in creating promotional communications (brochures, flyers, presentations, etc.) for distribution.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Will be required to follow any current or future site COVID-19 vaccination policies including but not limited to proof of vaccination, weekly testing, etc. 
• Ideal candidates will also have a Personal Training certification from an industry recognized and HealthFitness approved provider and previous supervisory experience.

WHY WORK AT HEALTHFITNESS?

Our COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE includes Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO and FSA options, retirement/401k including 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.

You may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. You may contact 800-636-3304 or jobs@hfit.com for assistance.

HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business.  EOE/AA. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Age/Disability/Veteran

FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR WE WERE SELECTED AS A TOP WORKPLACE BY THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE. The award is based exclusively on Trustmark/HealthFitness associate responses to an anonymous survey. The survey measured 15 key drivers of engaged cultures that are critical to the success of an organization. 

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Required Skills Required Experience

B.A./B.S. with eight plus years of directly related experience including a minimum of five years' experience leading a marketing and design team and preferably in an agency environment and eight years of related experience. Demonstrated creative ability, presentation and communication skills with an outstanding portfolio of print design. Experience overseeing and directing the work of designers, writers, photographers, and other team members. Personnel management skills, including the recruiting of talent and fostering of a highly productive studio culture essential. Superb time management and project management skills. Innovative and creative thinking with the ability to take the lead in developing visual design excellence in print publications. Outstanding attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to collaboratively lead across teams. Requires flexibility and adaptability to new technology in a changing environment. Requires ability to prioritize multiple projects. Ability to work well under pressure and on high visibility projects. Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign expertise required. Digital workflow such as InCopy experience a plus.

May require work outside normal business hours.

This position is eligible for Boston University's generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and so much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.