FITNESS PROGRAM MANAGER in Sterling

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Fitness Program Manager

Falcons Landing is looking for a Fitness Program Manager to join our Community Life Team in a full-time, exempt role with an attractive Monday – Friday schedule and outstanding benefits package.  The successful candidate will manage the community Fitness Center and lead onsite fitness and wellness programming.  The Fitness Program Manager will have the creative control to develop a well-rounded fitness and wellness program to meet the needs of our independent living .  This role is ideal for a motivated fitness professional ready to grow into a leadership role.

Falcons Landing is a Life Plan Retirement Community located west of Washington, DC in Loudoun County, Northern Virginia.  We are a first-class Life Plan Community, privately held not-for-profit organization which provides an outstanding and caring work environment.  Falcons Landing has a wonderful combination of residential homes, spacious apartments and three high class healthcare residences.

Responsibilities:

• Manage community Fitness Center and lead onsite fitness and wellness programming.
• Supervise fitness team members and contractors.
• Set strategic goals for the Fitness/Wellness program including planning, implementing and evaluating fitness programs for .
• Conduct orientations and Senior Fit Testing for new to develop a personalized fitness prescription for each resident.
• Develop fitness programming appropriate for varying ability levels.
• Conduct group exercise classes in strength training, balance, flexibility, stretching, chair exercise, dance, low-impact cardio and water aerobics.
• Collaborate with our Rehabilitation team when require Rehabilitation Therapy in addition to their fitness program.
• Provide equipment oversight, safety monitoring, and resident instruction on proper exercise technique and machine use.
• Provide metrics, data and reports as requested.
• Maintain accurate attendance and participation records.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) from a four-year college or university in Kinesiology/Physiology or related field; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess competent knowledge of exercise principles, fitness testing, health risks and fitness program design.
• 1-2 years of management experience .
• Exercise specialist certifications such as ACE Senior Fitness Specialist, ACE Group Exercise Certification, Academy of Sports Medicine, Exercise and Sports Training Association and/or Council for Certified Personal Trainers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Experience in evaluating fitness programs for seniors is a plus.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in physical fitness, therapy, anatomy or related field .
• Must be able to obtain a Pool Operator Certification through High Sierra, can be provided by Falcons Landing

What We Offer

• $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year, based on qualification and experience.
• • The posted salary range represents the anticipated compensation range for this position and has been established based on the requirements and responsibilities of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, industry experience, skills, and other job-related factors.
• Full-time, exempt
• Schedule is Monday – Friday 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and benefits
• Growth opportunities within a respected organization
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs for employees
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• The opportunity to be a part of a respected, mission-driven, not-for-profit community committed to exceptional care and service

Falcons Landing conducts pre-employment screenings during the hiring process. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and tuberculosis (TB) skin test in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Falcons Landing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status, , or any other protected status under applicable law.

\nCompany Description

Like all great endeavors, Falcons Landing started as a dream – a dream to create a place where those who served their nation could relax and savor life to the fullest. The dream began with a group of retired officers who met regularly for breakfast at Andrews Air Force Base. One day they had a great idea; The Washington, D.C. area should have a military retirement community. They formed the Air Force Retired Officers Community (AFROC) and began a ten-year journey to make their dream a reality.

The original Board of Directors visited communities across the country to determine what would constitute the ideal retirement community. They secured financing, the perfect site, and commissioned the design and construction. Falcons Landing was completed in 1996 and the community is everything the Founders dreamed it would be... and more! We are proud to say we have been serving our for more than 27 years.

Company DescriptionLike all great endeavors, Falcons Landing started as a dream – a dream to create a place where those who served their nation could relax and savor life to the fullest. The dream began with a group of retired officers who met regularly for breakfast at Andrews Air Force Base. One day they had a great idea; The Washington, D.C. area should have a military retirement community. They formed the Air Force Retired Officers Community (AFROC) and began a ten-year journey to make their dream a reality.\r\n\r\nThe original Board of Directors visited communities across the country to determine what would constitute the ideal retirement community. They secured financing, the perfect site, and commissioned the design and construction. Falcons Landing was completed in 1996 and the community is everything the Founders dreamed it would be... and more! We are proud to say we have been serving our for more than 27 years.