Director OF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Reports To: COO

Employment Status: Full-Time/Exempt

The Director of Training and Development is responsible for the strategic development, execution and success of the SLT workout. You will oversee a team of corporate and regional master instructors and over 150 instructors company-wide in an effort to develop and maintain SLT’s premium workout. You will be responsible for departmental organization, efficiency and oversight, workout innovation, instructor recruiting, instructor training, ongoing instructor development, and quality control. You must be organized, decisive, detail-oriented, hard-working, and interested in managing a large team of instructors and corporate/regional staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead strategic planning for the SLT method, trainings and cross-regional team
  • Create and implement innovative product offerings
  • Oversee studio schedule optimization and strategy
  • Oversee instructor recruiting to ensure we are bringing on the best talent
  • Oversee training and onboarding program strategy, execution and efficacy
  • Oversee instructor review, continuing education and quality control
  • Ensure constant improvement in teaching style, routine creation and class experience
  • Oversee department budgets and expense reporting
  • Lead and motivate corporate T&D team, master instructor team and instructor teams in all regions; build studio-level camaraderie rooted in teamwork and accountability

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3+ years experience in fitness or relevant industry
  • Bachelor’s Degree required, MBA preferred
  • Experience with the SLT brand and product preferred
  • Excellent strategic thinking skills with a balance of analytical and creative capabilities
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Ability to give direct, constructive, motivational feedback including criticism
  • Highly organized and a strong multi-tasker
  • Highly adaptable to change

WORK REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Travel as required
  • Must be able to move and/or lift heavy items up to 50 lbs
  • Position based in New York, NY

To apply, please send your resume to: [email protected]