YMCA Looking for Sr. Program Director- Healthy Living at Virginia Full Time

Job Description

The Senior Healthy Living Director will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and supervising the Family Center’s healthy living programming including fitness center experience, group fitness, personal training, functional training, and community health. The Senior Director will lead a team of full-time and part-time directors, coordinators, and lead staff to ensure the “best-in-class” execution of assigned areas. Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Center’s Member Experience team, this leader will create and lead an ecosystem of innovative health-focused programs and services at the assigned Family Center. As a member of the Family Center’s Leadership team, the Senior Healthy Living Director will create and embrace a diverse and inclusive YMCA community to grow our local impact, activate our global network and multiply our mission.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in health and/or fitness related field and/or equivalent experience in related field is required.

• Four years’ experience in a fitness-focused role to include fitness center experience, personal training, group fitness, community health, family fitness and other related programs.

• Demonstrated experience in recruiting, hiring, training and development of volunteers and staff.

• YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification or ability to attain certification within three years of hire.

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• High level of organization demonstrating sound judgment, initiative, and independent thinking

• Ability to develop short- and long-term plans.

• Ability to effectively work/interact with diverse populations.

• Computer literate. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, and database management.

• High ethical standards and possess strong personal and professional integrity. Ability to successfully obtain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current certification in personal training, group fitness, CrossFit, or related field.

• Experience with corporate health relationships and/or company partnerships.

• Experience supervising multiple departments and staff in a fitness-related field.

Essential Functions

PROGRAMMATIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly responsible for the research, development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned programs, in collaboration with Association Healthy Living leadership.

• Research and stay on top of latest fitness trends

• Facilitate and oversee the organization, management and daily operations of quality health, fitness, and wellness programs.

• Provide effective fitness and wellness programs for adults, teens, children, seniors, and special populations that drive growth in membership and program participation. Ensure Program portfolio fully aligns with Association strategies, structure, and quality standards.

• Build a network of Program volunteers through effective recruitment,

training, and stewardship.

• Build and maintain relationships with community and corporate partners with specific focus on off-site fitness programs, community health and corporate wellness.

• Develop and implement Center and Association-wide health and wellness special events and promotions.

• Partner with marketing and communications department to ensure effective promotion and visibility of all program areas.

• In collaboration with the VP of Member Experience and Corporate Partners, develop and implement off-site fitness and personal training program partnerships.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead through the YMCA core values caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and mentor healthy living team of servant leaders while driving a culture of service.

• Provide indirect guidance and support to the Member Experience

department to create a cohesive member experience.

• Utilize Association tools and standards in completing and administering performance evaluations and individual development plans.

• Plan and organize staff meetings to ensure consistent communications, directions, and accountability.

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work symbiotically with the Member Experience team to develop, implement, and manage operating plans to promote program and membership growth for the YMCA.

• Ensure a culture of inclusion that builds and celebrates diversity within the Y and our community.

• Develop and manage Healthy Living Department budgets including fitness, group fitness in specific locations, personal

training, wellness, and other related programs. Demonstrate sound fiscal management skills.

• Ensure safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment to minimize risk to members, participants, and the Association.

• Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

1. Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

2. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

3. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

4. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology

Required Certifications

• Current certification in personal training, group fitness, CrossFit, or related field.
• Ability to successfully obtain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid.