Fitness/Group Fitness Director

Maryland's most elite athletic organization is rapidly expanding again! With over 40 years of outstanding success, Merritt Clubs is looking for career-minded leaders who can think outside the box to rocket our top-notch team to the next level.We are in search of a Fitness/Group Fitness Director for our locations to lead a world class Personal Training/Group Fitness experience for our members and guests.Job SummaryTo effectively manage all personal trainers and group fitness staff, programs and services at Merritt Clubs in order to maximize group fitness attendance, member retention, club profitability, and new member integration.Job Duties and Responsibilities Below are the primary Duties and Responsibilities that will be the basis on which job performance is measured.Lead with action words and make sure it can be measured.Be sure to include any authoritative actions if a manager or supervisor position.Examples:Create Growth in the Group fitness classes and person training services by implementing strategies to maximize attendance and maintain appropriate levels of variety for members.Measure fitness attendance and compare to weekly targets.Compare actual cost per head with budgeted cost per head, and track actual group fitness usage verse maximum group fitness usage using our Key Performance Indicators.Manage and exceed the fitness budget by monitoring expenses, payroll, and income.Recruit World Class Instructors and Trainers.Implement a regular recruitment plan to ensure you find strong instructor talent.Organize Instructor training by implementing continuous improvement for you and your team.Ensure and maintain current certifications of instructors by providing effective in house training.Evaluate instructors a minimum of once per year via video.Perform quarterly quality control checks by attending classes on a random basis.Maintain the functional requirements of a well-organized studio- cleanliness, maintenance, ventilation etc.Plan for success.Create monthly department plans and manage all actions required to secure your overall goals.Lead your group fitness team and club mangers to understand the contributions Group Fitness can deliver and motivate them to support Group Fitness to provide greater success.Handle any employee related issue in line with club guidelines.Manage any member complaints in a fair and reasonable manner.Meet and greet all new members regardless of club interest.Create successful working relationships between all departments.Assist in outreach, member referrals, and promoting all departments.Act as Manger on Duty.Ensure that all club departments are working together and focused on hitting monthly goals.Position RequirementsKnowledge (Including Education, Training or Certifications) Skills & Abilities-- maintains all applicable certifications and CEU requirements; AED and CPR certified, 1-2 year of management experience, Bachelors Degree preferred, competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.Must be able to maintain a work schedule during prime time hours and have flexibility with work schedules EOE Job Type:Full-time Pay:$52,500.00 per year Benefits:401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Experience:Group fitness:1 year (Required) Managerial:1 year (Required) Shift availability:Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to Relocate:Baltimore, MD 21224:Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:In person.