Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Movement
Job overview
The Director of Operations at Movement oversees gym leadership to ensure smooth operations, staff support, and excellent customer experience, driving community engagement and business success.
Responsibilities and impact
The Director leads all gym staff, manages facility operations, recruits and develops team members, meets financial targets, supports data-driven decisions, ensures smooth gym functioning, builds community relationships, and participates in front-of-house operations.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $105,000 to $115,000 plus bonus potential, paid time off, health benefits, retirement plans, and a free gym membership.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 3+ years managing fast-paced, high-volume operations, knowledge of climbing center operations is a plus, strong community relationships, excellent communication and customer service skills, and proficiency with organizational and POS tools.
Career development
The role emphasizes developing future leaders and building a strong staff community, offering opportunities for leadership growth within the company.
Work environment and culture
Movement fosters a community-oriented culture focused on personal transformation, social and environmental impact, and collaboration, with a supportive and passionate team environment.
Company information
Movement is a growing organization of climbing, yoga, and fitness gyms across the country committed to creating community, sharing passion, and inspiring philanthropy.
Team overview
The candidate will join a gym leadership team including a Gym Director and Assistant Gym Director, working collaboratively to uphold core values and deliver excellent member experiences.
Job location and travel
The position is based at the Gowanus gym location, with expectations to work weekends, nights, and participate in events.
Unique job features
The job uniquely combines operational leadership with community building in a climbing-focused fitness environment, including hands-on participation in gym operations and community engagement.
Company overview
Movement, also known as MVMT, is a lifestyle brand that designs and sells stylish yet affordable watches, sunglasses, and accessories. Founded in 2013 by Jake Kassan and Kramer LaPlante, the company initially gained traction through a successful crowdfunding campaign and has since leveraged social media marketing to build a strong online presence. MVMT generates revenue by selling directly to consumers via its e-commerce platform, bypassing traditional retail channels to keep costs low. The brand was acquired by Movado Group in 2018, which has helped expand its global reach and product offerings.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase leadership experience in fast-paced operational environments, emphasizing your ability to manage teams and drive business goals aligned with Movement's mission of community and personal transformation.
Highlight your skills in staff development, customer service excellence, and operational management including facility oversight, financial acumen, and process implementation as detailed in the job description.
Apply not only on Movement's official corporate website but also on LinkedIn and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Movement employees in the Gowanus gym or regional operations teams on LinkedIn; open conversations by referencing their role in community building or asking about their experience fostering team culture and member engagement.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'leadership,' 'team development,' 'customer service,' 'financial management,' 'community engagement,' and 'operations management' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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