Crunch Fitness

Director of Training & Development

Crunch Fitness • $80K — $100K *
Grand Rapids, MI 49504Hybrid
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, or Business Administration; Master's preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in training or organizational learning, with 3 years in leadership
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Proven leadership and project management abilities
  • Experience with LMS and e-learning technologies
  • Analytical skills for assessing training effectiveness

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic training and development vision
  • Assess training needs in collaboration with management and HR
  • Design and evaluate training programs and workshops
  • Oversee educational materials and curricula maintenance
  • Manage training budget and vendor relationships
  • Lead and mentor a high-performing training team
  • Measure impact of training initiatives using performance indicators
  • Ensure compliance with training-related regulatory requirements

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work from home options
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off


Job Description: Training & Development Director

Leading Organizational Growth Through Strategic Learning Solutions

Position Overview

The Training & Development Director is a senior leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive employee learning and development strategies. This position plays a critical part in enhancing organizational performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting business objectives through effective training programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a strategic vision for training and development that aligns with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Assess current and future training needs by collaborating with management, HR, and department leaders.
  • Design, deliver, and evaluate training programs, workshops, and e-learning solutions for employees at all levels.
  • Oversee the creation and maintenance of educational materials, curricula, and assessment tools.
  • Manage the training budget, vendor relationships, and resource allocation to maximize program effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing training team, fostering professional growth and innovation.
  • Measure and report on the impact of training initiatives using key performance indicators, feedback, and ROI analysis.
  • Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to continuously improve learning solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to employee training and certifications.
  • Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within all training and development activities.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • Extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in training, talent development, or organizational learning, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training delivery methods.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, manage projects, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and training technologies.
  • Analytical skills to assess training effectiveness and organizational impact.
  • Certification in training, development, or related fields (e.g., CPTD, SHRM-SCP) is a plus.


Core Competencies
  • Strategic Thinking & Vision
  • Leadership & Team Building
  • Project Management
  • Change Management
  • Communication & Influence
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Cultural Competency


Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensación: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

About Crunch Fitness

Crunch was founded in a basement level aerobics studio in New York City’s East Village in 1989 by Doug Levine. With the collaboration of exercise instructors the group fitness programming was started at Crunch. Today there are more than 500,000 gym members across the US and operations recently extended to Australia.

Crunch Fitness Careers

There has never been a better time to join the vibrant team at Crunch Fitness—the leading network of fitness centers known for its energetic atmosphere and diverse offerings.

Work You’ll Do

Join Crunch Fitness's industry-leading team to assist individuals in achieving their fitness and wellness goals. At Crunch Fitness, the focus is on transforming lives through dedication, innovation, and leadership in the fitness industry. Lead in a unique role within the marketplace, at the convergence of health, wellness expertise, and digital innovation. Work alongside a dynamic team of fitness and health advisors to help members navigate their personal fitness journeys. Collaborate with the most passionate group of fitness professionals—dedicated to fostering a culture of growth, diversity, and innovation.

Introducing the Crunch Fitness Professional Growth Path

The team is building a market-leading program to offer job opportunities that allow for personal and professional development within the fitness industry.

Do Innovative Work

Join the largest group of fitness experts—dedicated professionals at the intersection of health, industry expertise, and digital innovation.

Drive Innovative Work

Deliver targeted fitness solutions through a depth and breadth of training experience and innovation that’s second to none.

Be Part of a Great Team

Engage in a wide range of fitness technology and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development of a leading team.

Future-proof Your Career

Advance as far as your ambition takes you with near-limitless opportunities to grow your career with unmatched training, development, and certification support.

Explore

Discover how Crunch Fitness leads the way in predictive health maintenance and innovative fitness solutions that cater to a diverse clientele.

The Crunch Fitness Leadership and Innovation Initiative

The combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help clients overcome challenges and lead transformation in their personal health and fitness. Clients across the globe look to Crunch Fitness for new strategies and solutions to drive health innovation and growth in the digital era.

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Size
1,001 employees
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
* Ladders Estimates

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