Assistant Program Manager (base pay + personal training commission)
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
Join HealthFitness as an Assistant Program Manager in Washington, D.C.
Looking for a leadership role that offers variety, professional growth, and work-life balance? Join HealthFitness and help support operations at two private, corporate-only fitness centers in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C., both conveniently located just a few blocks from metro access.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional member experiences, supporting fitness center operations, and contributing to a high-quality wellness program serving a dedicated corporate population.
This opportunity is ideal for a dependable, service-oriented fitness professional who enjoys building relationships, leading by example, and creating positive experiences in a professional wellness environment.
Schedule Highlights
Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
Blend of opening, midday, and closing shifts between 5:50 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
No weekends
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Additional Earning Potential Opportunity to earn an additional $3,000–$10,000 annually through personal training commissions, on top of your Assistant Program Manager earnings. Estimated total annual compensation ranges from $48,700–$58,800, depending on hourly rate and personal training activity.
No Sales Quotas Build your personal training clientele without high-pressure sales expectations or aggressive sales tactics.
Growth Opportunities Gain leadership experience and explore future career opportunities within a nationwide wellness organization.
Professional Development Access free continuing education credits to support your professional growth and maintain certifications.
Outstanding Benefits Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer paid time off, and more.
Complimentary Fitness Center Membership Take advantage of free access to the fitness center outside of your working hours.
If you're passionate about fitness, wellness, and delivering exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you.
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
Bachelor’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 CPR/AED and First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute (NOTE: Must be 100% in-person or blended course).
NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency.
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site specific programs and services.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.
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.