Director of Training & Player Personnel 9811 Us Highway 64, Arlington, TN 38002 $42,000

• $58,000 a year
• Full-time $42,000
• $58,000 a year

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Full-time Benefits:

Bonus based on performance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Director of Training & Player Personnel (DTPP) Own the Evaluation. Direct the Progress. Control the Turf. At D1 Training Lakeland, we don't just run workouts—we engineer athletic progression. We are looking for a highly disciplined, metric-driven leader to step into the role of Director of Training & Player Personnel (DTPP) . This is a premium leadership position responsible for managing the entire Personal Training ecosystem, owning the athlete evaluation pipeline, and serving as our official D1 Verified recruiting representative. The Mission As the DTPP, you are the front line of our premium customer experience, the architect of athlete progression, and the primary point of contact for all personal training clients. You will establish, execute, and monitor the testing protocols that prove our training works. From setting the baseline for a 7-year-old scholastic athlete to verifying combine metrics for future Division 1 recruits, you ensure our training standards are flawless and our clients see undeniable results. The D1

Standard of Leadership The First Impression:

You personally own the onboarding experience for every Personal Training client, setting the tone for elite athletic development.

The Data Dictator:

You own the testing ecosystem. If it isn't tracked, it didn't happen. You keep our data sharp, transparent, and geared toward elite progress.

The Recruiter's Ally:

You are the gatekeeper for our D1 Verified program, helping athletes put certified numbers in front of college scouts and partners.

The Standard Bearer:

You maintain a \"game-day ready\" facility—spotless, organized, and highly presentable at all times. The Game Plan 1. Personal Training Ecosystem & Testing Protocol Serve as the primary, first contact for all incoming personal training clients. Establish a rigorous, standardized testing protocol to measure an athlete's exact starting point and ongoing progression. Personally conduct and execute the 1st Personal Training Session as a formal testing block . Log all testing metrics into TeamBuildr , track ongoing progress, and establish a strict, recurring cadence to retest athletes based on their training schedules. 2. Administrative Auditing & Quality Control Execute dedicated Monday and Thursday Administrative Checks to audit the personal training pipeline. Report directly to and assist the General Manager to ensure all client services are being rendered flawlessly by the coaching staff. Actively step onto the floor and coach sessions whenever needed to maintain quality control and deliver the best workout experience in the industry. 3. D1 Verified & Recruiting Integration Serve as the official D1 Verified Representative for the facility. Coordinate and execute specialized assessment sessions where athletes book turf time to officially verify their combine metrics for recruiting purposes. Manage the data pipeline and integration with the Rivals app to maximize exposure and recruiting opportunities for our scholastic athletes. Qualifications & Key Skills

PASSION & LEADERSHIP

A high level of enthusiasm for helping others reach their goals through fitness. A strong, confident leader who can handle the pressure of this big-time role, holding yourself and the floor accountable.

Experience:

Minimum of 1-2 years of strength & conditioning, team, or personal training experience with a proven track record of managing client data or programs.

Tech-Savvy:

Highly comfortable learning and managing sports performance software ( TeamBuildr , Rivals , and CRM platforms).

Credentials:

Valid Personal Training Certification (NCCA accredited) + AED/CPR/First Aid.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or a related field is preferred. Benefits & Perks Continuing education through company-sanctioned events. Free membership in a state-of-the-art facility. What is D1? D1 is an athletic-based group training facility for adults and youth athletes ages 7 and up with a mission of providing the best fitness philosophy and facility to its athletes, empowering them to improve themselves by efficiently and consistently reaching their fitness goals. At D1, our promise to our athletes is: "You pick the goal, we help you get there," and our team acts as the catalysts for our fulfillment of that promise. We take a personal stake in the lives of our athletes, maintaining regular contact and monitoring their individual progress toward their goals. Company Overview Motivate and inspire all to be their best and achieve their goals through training with world-class coaches. The culture of D1 separates us as we are all driven to help those around us. D1 is passionate about impacting and changing lives.