Experienced Health Fitness Professional – Comprehensive Wellness and Holistic Programming Specialist

About Us

At HealthFitness and the Walton Life Fitness Center, we believe in the transformative power of comprehensive wellness and holistic programming. Our mission is to create meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual's journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As a leading provider of fitness solutions, we engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Health Fitness Professional to join our team in Bentonville, AR. As a full-time (35-40 hour per week) Health Fitness Professional, you will support the Fitness Director and Fitness Coordinator in the delivery of fitness-related facility supervision and direct member program and service delivery. The HFP reports to the Fitness Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor fitness areas and interact with participants while monitoring equipment and participant safety.
• Act as primary contact providing customer service in the absence of Director or Coordinator.
• Conduct fitness testing and assessments and advise participants of results.
• Design individualized programs to meet the participant's interests, abilities, and goals.
• Provide individual and group exercise instruction.
• Educate participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
• Coordinate and lead a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs and promotions.
• Research health and fitness educational topics and identify appropriate participant educational materials.
• Conduct health education seminars/presentations.
• Participate in membership drives to acquire new participants.
• Conduct fitness facility, program, and equipment orientations.
• Promote program offerings and conduct outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
• Create and maintain bulletin boards, newsletters, and other fitness marketing and communication materials.

What You'll Bring with You

We're looking for a motivated and experienced individual with a strong background in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related discipline. Here are the qualifications we're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related discipline required.
• 1+ years related experience or the equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience.
• Current CPR/AED certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Industry-recognized Group Exercise certification from ACE, AFAA/NASM, ACSM, NCCPT, or NETA required within 60 days.
• Personal Training certification from an industry-recognized and HealthFitness-approved provider required within 90 days.
• Proficiency in fitness assessment and exercise prescription.
• Competency in the delivery of HealthFitness and site-specific programs and services.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills, including the ability to motivate others.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of the member management system, databases, and tools.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands, meet deadlines, and collaborate with all business units.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Medical/Dental/Vision plans, including HSA, PPO, and FSA options.
• Retirement/401(k) plan, including employer matching program.
• Fitness and wellness programs, incentivized with medical plan discounts.
• Certification reimbursement program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid new parent leave.
• Paid Holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full-time associates).
• Volunteer paid time off.

Work Environment and Company Culture Highlights

We foster a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and respect. Our team is passionate about creating meaningful connections with our participants and helping them move forward. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and growth.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to apply now! We're excited to review your application and discuss how you can join our team as a Health Fitness Professional.