Benefits:

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job Overview

Austin Fitness Group (AFG) is seeking an experienced tactical and strategic Director of Human Resources (HR) to lead our HR department. This leader will consult, advise, and implement effective human resource management policies, programs, and practices. The Director of HR will have a proven history of successfully developing and implementing HR initiatives that drive employee engagement and align with business goals and vision. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of HR, inclusive of talent acquisition, hiring, benefits, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and compliance. This is a senior leadership role that will report to the CEO.

AFG is one of the largest area representative franchisee ownership platforms in the Orangetheory Fitness system with over 60 studios in 5 states (Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Kansas and Pennsylvania). AFG maintains a corporate headquarters in the greater Austin, TX market and supports a hybrid office / home work environment.

Our Benefits

FREE Premier Orangetheory Fitness membership for you and a dependent

Hybrid work schedule, based in Austin, Texas but open to other markets

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) retirement planning, eligible after 60 days

Unlimited paid time off and paid holidays

Collaborative and positive company culture

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000

Responsibilities

Develop and implement HR strategies that support the company's overall objectives and goals.

Lead an HR team of 2-5 regional HR business partners and or recruiters to provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.

Serve as a trusted advisor to managers, senior, and executive leadership on HR policies, procedures, workforce planning, and succession planning initiatives.

Oversee employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, investigations, corrective actions, and compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

Establish employee engagement initiatives and programs to enhance productivity and retention. Lead diversity and inclusion efforts to promote an inclusive workplace.

Ensure a competitive total rewards package, including fair compensation and group benefits like retirement and health insurance.

Collaborate with leadership on staffing, recruiting, and retention strategies, and execute best practices for talent management.

Conduct research and analysis of HR KPIs and organizational trends to develop solutions, programs, and policies that align with business objectives.

Ensure the effective use of HRIS, HCM, and other HR software systems.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal requirements for employment operations to ensure regulatory compliance and reduce legal risks.

Plan, lead, and implement policies, processes, training, initiatives, surveys, and performance management guidance for studio management.

Manage company-wide internal communications to ensure consistent and clear messaging and assist with company-wide events and meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience in managing HRIS systems and utilizing HR analytics for data-driven decision-making.

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with business goals.

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Outstanding organizational and project management skills.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the organization.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Master’s degree in a related field a plus.

5+ years of progressive HR experience, with 2+ years in a role that leads people, programs, or projects.

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.

Work Conditions

Hybrid office / home work environment available

May include occasional correspondence with members, sub-franchisees, and other partners.

May include prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working at a computer.

Occasional travel across local and state markets to support in-studio team member development.

May require ability to lift a minimum of 20lbs for inventory resources.

Flexible work from home options available.

Acknowledgement *

I understand that I am applying for a position with an employer that is an independently owned and operated Orangetheory® Fitness franchisee, not the franchisor, OTF Franchisor, LLC or any of its affiliates (OTFF). With respect to any position with a franchisee, I understand and agree that any information I provide in this application will be submitted directly to the independent franchisee, who is solely responsible for all employment related matters in their studio. This means, among other things, that the independent franchisee is solely responsible for and unilaterally makes all decisions concerning my employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. OTFF will not receive a copy of my application, will have no control over whether I receive an interview and/or am ultimately hired, does not control and is not responsible for the employment policies and practices of independent franchisees, and does not employ independent franchisee’s employees. If I am hired to work at an independent franchisee’s studio, the independent franchisee, and not OTFF, will be my employer. By submitting my application and resume, I am confirming that I am agreeing and consenting to the foregoing.

Orangetheory values your privacy, so we want to keep you informed as to how your personal information is handled. With respect to the personal information you provided in this application, that information will be submitted directly to the independent franchisee, who is solely responsible for all privacy and data protection matters related to their studio. For any inquiries regarding how the independent franchisee may collect and process your personal information, please refer to that franchisee’s privacy policy or contact them directly. For all other information about how the franchisor, OTF Franchisor, LLC or any of its affiliates (OTFF), may collect and process personal information, please https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/privacy-policy.