Group Fitness and Programming Manager

Job Overview:

We are looking for an Group Fitness and Programming Manager (internally known as Assistant Manager – Fitness Programs and Engagement) to work at a high profile company’s fitness center located in downtown Manhattan, New York.

• Lead daily operations of the programming teams (Physical Activity, Group Fitness, Recreation, Pilates), including scheduling, supervision, training, and workflow coordination.
• Develop innovative, cost effective programming by creating monthly challenges and wellness initiatives, tracking trends, maintaining industry partnerships, and recommending improvements.
• Coordinate staff responsibilities for monthly challenges, campaigns, pop up events, expos, and special initiatives.
• Oversee recreational activities, tournaments, and team building schedules within the fitness center.
• Provide cross functional training and orientations for new hires across fitness, reception, group exercise, and programming teams.
• Ensure all fitness and group fitness programs meet operational standards, align with client and Workplace Well being culture, and maintain high quality instruction, participant experience, and studio conditions.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the client’s Wellness Team, integrating and cross promoting initiatives across wellness vendors.
• Assistant the General Manager with marketing and communications, including schedules, promotions, signage, and digital content.
• Provide regular updates to the General Manager on budget performance, staffing needs, and operational priorities, and participate in weekly staff and management team meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum three years of experience in a fitness center that has close interactions with members and guests.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Must be knowledgeable about the industry with the customer skills to network, engage, and interact with all clients, guests, and participants.
• Ability to effectively engage participants as a public speaker.
• Competent with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  

Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company*:

Health and financial:

• Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental and Vision coverage plans
• 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
• Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Transportation and Parking Plans
• Paid parental leave

Well-being:

• Paid time off
• Wellness rewards program
• Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
• 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
• Entertainment and consumer discounts
• Inclusion and Belonging Council

Growth and development:

• Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
• Discounted certifications through industry leading agencies
• Free CPR/AED certifications
• Free continuing education courses and credits
• Employee Referral Reward program

*Please note, some of the benefits listed above are only available to team members who work full time hours.

Equal opportunity statement

Plus One, an Optum company, is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Plus One is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

For residents of California, Colorado, New York City, and Washington only: The annual salary for this position ranges from $66,300 - $72,800. Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements.