Sr. District Fitness Manager - SoCal

ABOUT US
Celebrating over 40 years as an industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness is committed to creating a healthier, happier world through fitness with over 270 clubs in 11 states nationwide. We provide a welcoming and inclusive environment, with thousands of square feet of premium strength and cardio equipment, turf zones, free weights, functional training areas and more. Studio and cycle classes, personal training and innovative digital and virtual offerings are all available options to keep our member's minds and body fit. Join us in creating a healthy happier world by changing lives through fitness!

 

JOB SUMMARY
The Senior District Fitness Manager (SDFM) ensures that all assigned clubs within a district deliver an outstanding Member and Team Member experience to achieve financial success. The Senior District Fitness Manager's major emphasis is to motivate, train and develop a diverse team of Fitness Team Members to deliver on company fitness goals, including supporting other District Fitness managers within the region and across the company

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES
* Leads execution and provides direction on the Fitness strategy aligned with the needs of the district(s) while delivering on company-wide fitness initiatives.
* Set the strategy to achieve overall budget targets for the Fitness business including personal training, group fitness and functional training programs.
* Responsible and accountable for fitness operational execution and delivering performance by understanding and driving Fitness Coach performance within a given district; provides guidance and mentoring for DFM direct reports in driving success routines
* Supports region/district/clubs to manage the fitness department including scheduling, team member hiring, coaching and development; supports DFM direct reports in recruiting, hiring and onboarding as necessary
* Assists with recruiting, interviewing and onboarding new DFMs
* Operates in a matrix environment with a high level of collaboration between District Manager, and regional partners to create and execute growth strategies to increase member participation in various fitness offerings including personal training and group fitness.
* Responsible for the growth and performance of the group fitness (GX) business including support of local clubs in evaluating class offerings and ensuring member retention and engagement through Group X offerings.
* Guide DFMs within their region in preparing monthly business reviews; performs mid month check-ins on business performance
* First point of contact for operational and administriative tactics (i.e., expense report approvals, session reinstates, session escalations)
* Actively leads aspects of monthly fitness business reviews and communication cascades

 

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
 Ability to lead, develop and inspire a high performing team.
 Proven ability and demonstrated experience driving multi-unit business performance.
 3-5 years of progressive management experience supervising employees.
 High level of accountability and focus on the Member experience to deliver profitability.
 Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
* Strong level of proficiency in project management, time management and organizational skills.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience
* Certification in fitness, personal training, or group exercise
Physical Demands/ Environmental Conditions
* May be required to work at a computer or on phone for extended periods.
* Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for up to 8 hours a day.
* Must be able to work extended hours (nights and weekends) on occasion.
Travel Requirement
* Required to be in the field up to 75% of working time, requiring frequent travel by car and occasional travel by plane for market travel and company sponsored meetings and or events.

 

DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended to describe the general job functions and requirements for this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 24 Hour Fitness reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.