Operations Manager

Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

OPERATIONS MANAGER - COLUMBIA GYM

Columbia Association (CA) is a nonprofit community services corporation that manages Columbia, MD, home to approximately 100,000 people. Columbia was founded in 1967 by James Rouse and his Howard Research and Development Company. Rouse sought to build a complete city that would respect the land, provide for the growth of people and ultimately make a profit. Columbia, MD is ranked #1 in Maryland as Happiest City (WalletHub) and Best Place to Live (Livability.com, Niche.com.)

CA operates arrange of fitness and recreation facilities including three full-service fitness clubs, five tennis clubs, twenty-three outdoor pools, two golf courses, an ice rink, and a miniature golf course.

As an integral part of the leadership team, the Columbia Gym Club Operations Manager ensures a successful, safe, clean, functional and customer service-focused environment for our members, guests and associates. They inspire members and guests through movement, community and personal attention. They encourage active, social, and healthier lives. The Operations Manager delivers this experience with knowledgeable staff, fully functional equipment and spotlessly clean environments.

The Operations Manager assumes all club responsibility in the absence of the Columbia Gym General Manager. The Operations Manager also works with other club leaders to achieve financial goals, deliver exceptional customer service, promote innovation and team education.

Prior management and operations experience required. Experience in a health and fitness facility is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $59,000 to $64,000. The actual salary offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and the budgeted amount for the role. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.

Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’swhy we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.