A typical day involves scheduling fitness classes and wellness workshops, reviewing participation data and program metrics, and supervising staff performance. They conduct training sessions for their team members, evaluate equipment needs and facility safety, and prepare budget reports for upcoming quarters. Much of their time is spent communicating with stakeholders, coordinating with healthcare providers, and developing new program offerings based on participant feedback. They also maintain detailed records of attendance, outcomes, and compliance requirements while ensuring facilities meet safety standards.
Successful fitness and wellness coordinators possess strong social orientation and dependability, excelling in environments that require both people management and strategic thinking. They thrive on building relationships, motivating teams, and seeing measurable improvements in community health outcomes. These professionals need exceptional communication skills to work effectively with diverse populations, from corporate executives to community members with varying fitness levels. Individuals who enjoy combining business acumen with health promotion, and who can balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on program delivery, find this role particularly rewarding.
This role has low automation risk due to its heavy emphasis on interpersonal communication, team leadership, and complex decision-making in dynamic environments. The core activities of coaching staff, building relationships with participants, and adapting programs based on individual needs require human judgment and emotional intelligence that cannot be easily replicated by technology.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tendency | 42 | 0.0151 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 39 | 0.0140 | onet dimensi 97% inference 3% | |
| fitness | 31 | 0.0112 | onet tasks 58% inference 32% | |
| wellness | 29 | 0.0104 | onet tasks 48% inference 45% | |
| equipment | 27 | 0.0097 | onet dimensi 85% onet tasks 11% | |
| programs | 23 | 0.0083 | onet tasks 35% inference 26% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0058 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| health | 15 | 0.0054 | inference 47% onet tasks 27% | |
| activities | 14 | 0.0050 | onet dimensi 64% dwas 21% | |
| needs | 13 | 0.0047 | onet dimensi 62% onet tasks 15% | |
| management | 13 | 0.0047 | onet dimensi 54% inference 38% | |
| events | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 67% onet tasks 25% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| services | 11 | 0.0040 | onet dimensi 55% onet tasks 27% | |
| materials | 11 | 0.0040 | onet dimensi 91% dwas 9% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0040 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| machines | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 70% onet tasks 20% | |
| techniques | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% | |
| developing | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 80% inference 20% | |
| program | 9 | 0.0032 | inference 44% dwas 33% | |
| performance | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 78% onet tasks 11% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| standards | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| resources | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| quickly | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| facilities | 8 | 0.0029 | onet tasks 38% inference 38% |
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[Core] [26% incumbents] Maintain wellness- and fitness-related schedules, records, or reports. DWAs: Schedule activities or facility use. | Maintain personnel records. [Core] [26% incumbents] Develop or coordinate fitness and wellness programs or services. DWAs: Manage outreach activities. [Core] [26% incumbents] Recommend or approve new program or service offerings to promote wellness and fitness, produce revenues, or minimize costs. DWAs: Recommend organizational process or policy changes. [Core] [26% incumbents] Manage or oversee fitness or recreation facilities, ensuring safe and clean facilities and equipment. DWAs: Manage guest services. [Core] [26% incumbents] Supervise fitness or wellness specialists, such as fitness instructors, nutritionists, or health educators. DWAs: Supervise employees. [Core] [26% incumbents] Track attendance, participation, or performance data related to wellness events. DWAs: Maintain records, documents, or other files. [Core] [26% incumbents] Conduct or facilitate training sessions or seminars for wellness and fitness staff. DWAs: Conduct employee training programs. [Core] [26% incumbents] Maintain or arrange for maintenance of fitness equipment or facilities. DWAs: Perform manual service or maintenance tasks. [Core] [26% incumbents] Prepare or implement budgets and strategic, operational, purchasing, or maintenance plans. DWAs: Implement organizational process or policy changes. | Prepare operational budgets. [Core] [26% incumbents] Evaluate fitness and wellness programs to determine their effectiveness. DWAs: Evaluate program effectiveness. [Core] [26% incumbents] Develop fitness or wellness classes, such as yoga, aerobics, strength training, or aquatics, ensuring a diversity of class offerings. DWAs: Develop training materials. [Core] [26% incumbents] Demonstrate proper operation of fitness equipment, such as resistance machines, cardio machines, free weights, or fitness assessment devices. DWAs: Teach classes in area of specialization. [Core] [26% incumbents] Conduct needs assessments or surveys to determine interest in, or satisfaction with, wellness and fitness programs, events, or services. DWAs: Conduct opinion surveys or needs assessments. [Core] [26% incumbents] Teach fitness classes to improve strength, flexibility, cardiovascular conditioning, or general fitness of participants. DWAs: Teach classes in area of specialization. [Core] [26% incumbents] Develop marketing campaigns to promote a healthy lifestyle or participation in fitness or wellness programs. DWAs: Develop marketing plans or strategies. [Core] [26% incumbents] Select or supervise contractors, such as event hosts or health, fitness, and wellness practitioners. DWAs: Supervise employees. | Hire personnel. [Core] [26% incumbents] Track cost-containment strategies and programs to evaluate effectiveness. DWAs: Evaluate program effectiveness. [Core] [26% incumbents] Provide individual support or counseling in general wellness or nutrition. DWAs: Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers. [Core] [26% incumbents] Use computer skills and software to manage Web sites or databases, publish newsletters, or provide webinars. DWAs: Present information to the public. [Core] [26% incumbents] Respond to customer, public, or media requests for information about wellness programs or services. DWAs: Present information to the public. [Core] [26% incumbents] Organize and oversee fitness or wellness programs, such as information presentations, blood drives, or training in first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). DWAs: Train employees on environmental awareness, conservation, or safety topics. [Core] [26% incumbents] Organize and oversee events such as organized runs or walks. DWAs: Coordinate special events or programs. [Supplemental] [26% incumbents] Organize and oversee health screenings or other preventive measures, such as mammography, blood pressure, or cholesterol screenings or flu vaccinations. DWAs: Manage outreach activities. [Supplemental] [26% incumbents] Interpret insurance data or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) data to develop programs that address specific needs of target populations. DWAs: Analyze data to inform personnel decisions.
--- SKILLS --- Speaking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Reading Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Writing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Active Learning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Learning Strategies (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.27 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Education and Training (imp:4.15 lvl:5.73) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Administration and Management (imp:4.00 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, English Language (imp:3.52 lvl:4.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Administrative (imp:3.38 lvl:4.58) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Sales and Marketing (imp:3.35 lvl:3.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Personnel and Human Resources (imp:3.31 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Psychology (imp:3.16 lvl:3.96) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Communications and Media (imp:3.04 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Computers and Electronics (imp:2.96 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Public Safety and Security (imp:2.96 lvl:2.69) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Mathematics (imp:2.75 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.73 lvl:3.23) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Economics and Accounting (imp:2.65 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.62 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Design (imp:2.54 lvl:2.69) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.38 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Telecommunications (imp:2.24 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Biology (imp:2.23 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Production and Processing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Law and Government (imp:1.96 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Mechanical (imp:1.88 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.88 lvl:2.04) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Engineering and Technology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Building and Construction (imp:1.80 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Foreign Language (imp:1.72 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Physics (imp:1.65 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, Chemistry (imp:1.62 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Transportation (imp:1.58 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Fine Arts (imp:1.54 lvl:0.69) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Geography (imp:1.46 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Food Production (imp:1.35 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food History and Archeology (imp:1.27 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi --- ABILITIES --- Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance. Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Perceptual Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Explosive Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Stamina (imp:2.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Manual Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Finger Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Dynamic Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Control Precision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Rate Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Response Orientation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Reaction Time (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Peripheral Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.54 lvl:5.04) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:4.38 lvl:4.73) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.38 lvl:4.38) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.38 lvl:4.84) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.35 lvl:5.23) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:4.20 lvl:4.77) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.08 lvl:4.12) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.04 lvl:5.50) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Thinking Creatively (imp:3.96 lvl:4.35) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.96 lvl:4.54) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.96 lvl:3.50) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Staffing Organizational Units (imp:3.88 lvl:4.62) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Getting Information (imp:3.85 lvl:4.38) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.85 lvl:4.04) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.85 lvl:4.27) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.84 lvl:3.64) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.80 lvl:2.64) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.77 lvl:4.31) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.69 lvl:3.77) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Working with Computers (imp:3.65 lvl:3.19) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.65 lvl:4.38) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.58 lvl:3.85) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.54 lvl:3.62) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.52 lvl:4.96) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.50 lvl:2.96) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.44 lvl:3.46) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.35 lvl:2.92) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.27 lvl:3.23) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.27 lvl:3.85) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.24 lvl:3.23) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.15 lvl:3.04) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.12 lvl:2.04) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.08 lvl:2.92) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.08 lvl:2.80) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Processing Information (imp:2.92 lvl:2.92) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.73 lvl:2.31) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.31 lvl:1.92) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.08 lvl:1.77) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.77 lvl:1.12) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.76 lvl:1.44) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.73 lvl:1.31) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Cooperation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Social Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Dependability (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Social Orientation (imp:2.33) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cooperation (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:2.25) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Optimism (imp:2.02) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Leadership Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Initiative (imp:1.93) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Achievement Orientation (imp:1.83) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Self-Confidence (imp:1.80) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Adaptability (imp:1.79) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Attention to Detail (imp:1.76) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity (imp:1.73) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Self-Control (imp:1.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Empathy (imp:1.59) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Innovation (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Stress Tolerance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Sincerity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Optimism (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.94) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Humility (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Cautiousness (imp:0.79) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Service Orientation (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Instructing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Teaching others how to do something. Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Management of Material Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Operations Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Technology Design (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Equipment Selection (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Operations Monitoring (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. 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--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 10,450 annual_median : $69,770 annual_pct10 : $44,910 annual_pct25 : $54,130 annual_pct75 : $94,440 annual_pct90 : $118,710 annual_mean : $78,190 hourly_median : $33.54 --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : Wisconsin ($104,860) lowest_state : Mississippi ($44,600) dispersion_ratio : 2.351x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (27 total) --- Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 3,310 median: $ 69,690 Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 2,230 median: $ 61,470 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 1,930 median: $ 71,050 Accommodation and Food Services emp: 740 median: $ 91,780 Educational Services emp: 540 median: $ 59,240 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 370 median: $ 0 Retail Trade emp: 280 median: $ 61,720 Wholesale Trade emp: 260 median: $ 121,410 Management of Companies and Enterprises emp: 210 median: $ 101,930 Finance and Insurance emp: 90 median: $ 0 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (13 total) --- Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 3,310 median: $ 69,690 Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 2,230 median: $ 61,470 Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 1,930 median: $ 71,050 Accommodation and Food Services emp: 740 median: $ 91,780 Educational Services emp: 540 median: $ 59,240 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 370 median: $ 0 Retail Trade emp: 280 median: $ 61,720 Wholesale Trade emp: 260 median: $ 121,410 Management of Companies and Enterprises emp: 210 median: $ 101,930 Finance and Insurance emp: 90 median: $ 0
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inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : Strong O*NET data with detailed tasks, clear management responsibilities, and robust wage data from BLS. Job zone 4 indicates established professional role with clear educational requirements.
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wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No direct Wikipedia match exists, though workplace wellness provides relevant context for corporate wellness programs that these coordinators often manage. The role represents a specialized management position within the broader wellness industry.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators are management-level professionals who oversee comprehensive fitness and wellness programs in corporate, healthcare, and community settings. They manage teams of fitness instructors, health educators, and wellness specialists while developing strategic initiatives to promote physical and mental well-being. These coordinators combine administrative expertise with deep knowledge of health promotion to create and sustain programs that serve diverse populations.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves scheduling fitness classes and wellness workshops, reviewing participation data and program metrics, and supervising staff performance. They conduct training sessions for their team members, evaluate equipment needs and facility safety, and prepare budget reports for upcoming quarters. Much of their time is spent communicating with stakeholders, coordinating with healthcare providers, and developing new program offerings based on participant feedback. They also maintain detailed records of attendance, outcomes, and compliance requirements while ensuring facilities meet safety standards.
WHO THRIVES:
Successful fitness and wellness coordinators possess strong social orientation and dependability, excelling in environments that require both people management and strategic thinking. They thrive on building relationships, motivating teams, and seeing measurable improvements in community health outcomes. These professionals need exceptional communication skills to work effectively with diverse populations, from corporate executives to community members with varying fitness levels. Individuals who enjoy combining business acumen with health promotion, and who can balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on program delivery, find this role particularly rewarding.
CAREER ENTRY:
This role typically requires a master's degree (50% of practitioners) or bachelor's degree (42.3%) in fields such as kinesiology, public health, business administration, or exercise science. Relevant certifications in fitness training, health education, or wellness coaching are often preferred. Prior experience in fitness instruction, program coordination, or healthcare settings provides valuable foundation skills for management responsibilities.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Fitness and wellness coordinators often advance to director-level positions overseeing multiple facilities or regional wellness programs. Some transition into specialized roles as training and development managers in corporate settings or social and community service managers in nonprofit organizations. Others pursue entrepreneurial paths, establishing their own wellness consulting firms or fitness facilities, leveraging their management experience and industry networks.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 10,450 professionals nationally with a median annual salary of $69,770 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic variation is significant, with Wisconsin offering the highest wages at $104,860 compared to Mississippi at $44,600, reflecting a 2.35x difference across markets. Employment is concentrated in other services (3,310 positions), health care and social assistance (2,230), and arts, entertainment, and recreation (1,930). The growing emphasis on preventive healthcare and corporate wellness programs suggests continued demand, particularly in metropolitan areas with large corporate populations.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This role has low automation risk due to its heavy emphasis on interpersonal communication, team leadership, and complex decision-making in dynamic environments. The core activities of coaching staff, building relationships with participants, and adapting programs based on individual needs require human judgment and emotional intelligence that cannot be easily replicated by technology.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[career_pathway] Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (39-9031.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Direct supervision relationship with fitness coordinators managing and training fitness instructors as core responsibility.
data: Supervise fitness or wellness specialists, such as fitness instructors
data: Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.4, lvl:4.4)
[skill_overlap] Health Education Specialists (21-1091.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Shared emphasis on education and training knowledge (imp:4.2) and health promotion program development.
data: Education and Training (imp:4.2, lvl:5.7)
data: Develop or coordinate fitness and wellness programs
[career_pathway] Training and Development Managers (11-3131.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Natural progression path given strong training and teaching activities (imp:4.4) and management responsibilities.
data: Conduct or facilitate training sessions
data: Administration and Management (imp:4.0, lvl:4.3)
[task_similarity] Training and Development Specialists (13-1151.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles involve conducting training programs and developing others with similar coaching emphasis.
data: Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.4, lvl:4.8)
data: Conduct or facilitate training sessions
[riasec_cluster] Social and Community Service Managers (11-9151.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles show high Social (5.58) and Enterprising (5.42) orientations with community service focus.
data: Social Orientation (imp:3.0)
data: Community wellness program coordination
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['fitness coordinator', 'wellness coordinator', 'wellness manager', 'fitness manager', 'employee wellness', 'corporate wellness', 'wellness program', 'fitness program']
exclude_keywords : ['personal trainer', 'fitness instructor', 'massage therapist', 'nutritionist', 'physical therapist']
title_patterns : ['*wellness coordinator*', '*fitness coordinator*', '*wellness manager*', '*fitness manager*', '*wellness director*']
common_variations: ['wellness program coordinator', 'corporate fitness coordinator', 'employee wellness coordinator', 'fitness center manager', 'wellness director', 'wellness program manager', 'fitness and wellness coordinator', 'campus wellness coordinator']
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