Fitness Support Specialist (Pool) - Purpose Brands, LLC : Job Details

Fitness Support Specialist (Pool)

Apply locations The Grove time type Full time posted on Posted 15 Days Ago job requisition id R-100152

In anticipated growth this year among our Fitness Support team, Orangetheory Fitness will be accepting applications over the course of 2025 for our Fitness Support Specialist (Pool) position.

Once received, your application will be entered into our Fitness Support Specialist talent pool where you will be contacted (if selected) at the start of the recruiting process for any upcoming FSS openings.

The Fitness Support Specialist (FSS) is the field liaison between our OTF Global Headquarters and the applicable Franchisees and their studio operation teams. This position is primarily responsible for the fitness education and operational support of studios within the FSS territory. The FSS will offer support to ensure excellence in the delivery of the Orangetheory workout and to assist the studio staff in promoting a high-level of utilization and membership growth. The FSS will be expected to regularly review and develop the fitness staff on new and existing aspects of our OTF workout and provide education that supports ongoing and new fitness products and initiatives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain up to date understanding of all fitness product and education standards, guidelines, best practices, resources, tools, and initiatives
• Regularly facilitate Coach Development certification training to train new coaches or reinforce current Orangetheory Guidelines
• Assess candidate performance throughout training workshop and exercise discretionary judgement to determine if candidate meets certification criteria
• Lead fitness training workshops and perform continuing education for coaches in order to educate the fitness team on best practices based on Orangetheory's established standards
• Perform evaluations of fitness staff at all levels and provide mentoring for improvement
• Work collaboratively with the Fitness and Learning & Development departments to ensure timely development, testing and execution of new or updated learning initiatives
• Identify and communicate educational needs across the Orangetheory network
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing/new franchisees and teams for strong collaboration and business leadership
• Practice and provide exceptional customer service with the franchisees and their teams
• Attend conference calls, webinars and events to maintain an accurate and up to date knowledge base of all company initiatives and objectives
• Contribute with Fitness projects related to annual Summit and Convention events, whether virtually or in person
• Assist with execution of projects that support existing and new fitness initiatives (e.g., help create and deliver educational content, speak on webinars, etc.)
• Additional responsibilities as requested by the Fitness Department Leadership and/or the Executive Leadership Team
• Ensure timely and effective communication with Franchisees and their fitness teams to ensure knowledge of and adherence to brand standards and guidelines
• Practice regular independent, discretionary judgement in order to ensure OTF guidelines are being followed
• Understand and be able to continuously analyze studio Business Intelligence metrics (KPI's) to uncover performance trends, and where appropriate provide intelligent, effective and timely solutions for market and studio growth
• Support and, if required, mediate disputes with franchisees to achieve desired outcomes with minimal studio/brand impact
• Work closely with the Franchise Business Managers, Regional Fitness Managers, Studio Managers and Head Fitness Coaches to maintain high product standards and promote utilization
• Assist with studio compliance audits as needed. This may include assisting and auditing entire studio operations in addition to the fitness team evaluations
• Maintain timely travel and expense reports

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree preferably Business, Sports Management and/or Health & Wellness
• Successful completion of OTFit Certification
• Minimum of 1 year in an OTF Fitness role
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a leader in the fitness industry and thrive in a customer service environment
• Current nationally accredited personal trainer preferred
• Must have active primary exercise certification from one of the following accredited organizations: ACE, NASM, AFFA, NSCA, NCSF or ACSM
• Current CPR/AED certification a must
• Must have proven successful management experience preferably in franchise and/or the fitness sector
• Multi-unit supervisory experience preferred

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership and team building skills with ability to manage, coach, and direct
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong computer skills
• Strong work ethic, honest, trustworthy
• Ability to work independently with effective time management skills
• Work under tight deadlines and still meet job requirements
• Organized and detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Analytical and problem solving, decision making
• Possess a passion for the health and wellness industry

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• The FSS must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of the job that pertain to trade secrets and or knowledge that has yet to be communicated to the network.

POSITION TYPEThis is a full-time remote flexible position.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires extensive travel, both in-state and out-of-state, depending on business needs and may require travel on weekends and holidays.

Why Join Orangetheory Corporate?

We offer a competitive salary along with exceptional benefits such as:

• Free workouts at corporate studios & discounted classes at franchise owned studios
• Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision among many other supplemental benefits
• Employer Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off + Designated Birthday & Charity PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Up to 12 Weeks of Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• State-of-the-Art Wellness Center at The Grove which includes 2 complimentary professional massages per year
• 401k Plan with Employer Contribution
• Discounts on Orangetheory Fitness Retail
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGS)
• Flexible, Hybrid Work Schedules
• Team Building, Employee Engagement activities and so much more

WORK SCHEDULE

Orangetheory Fitness, an affiliate of Purpose Brands LLC, currently observe the following hybrid work model for employees at our Boca Raton (FL), Woodbury (MN), and Seattle (WA) offices:

• Remote optional: Wednesdays and Fridays
• On-site days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

Orangetheory is committed to encouraging, facilitating, and upholding an environment centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion across every facet of the Orangetheory brand.

EEO STATEMENT

Orangetheory Fitness provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Orangetheory is a science-based, full-body workout that uses technology to measure performance so members can prove they are improving.

For us, physical fitness transcends weight loss and bikini season. Fitness is a way of life -- in fact, our brand purpose is to help people live longer, more vibrant lives.