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Health and Fitness Director

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Oakland, CA, USA
Full-time

Manages the operations of the assigned programs and staff, in areas such as fitness, active older adults and strength training. Ensures that programs operate in a quality manner, consistent with YMCA guidelines and standards.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Directs and manages operations of HEALTH AND FITNESS programs.
  • Develops, manages and controls assigned department budgets.
  • Hires, trains and supervises staff in assigned areas. Facilitates communication and provides leadership.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with the community.
  • Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees as assigned.
  • Develops, produces and disseminates appropriate program and membership information for assigned areas.
  • Maintains program areas and equipment in an orderly and safe manner, according to YMCA standards and guidelines.
  • Provides data and reports as required for assigned programs.
  • Plans and coordinates maintenance and repairs of facilities and equipment as required.
  • Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates members and staff to long-term participation.
  • Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Maintains current certifications.
  • Any additional duties assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s Degree from a 4 year college or university with course of study being kinesiology, exercise science or related field with 3-5 years prior experience in group exercise, personal training.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Specific knowledge and ability in fitness instruction as well as preventative measures in health and fitness.
  • 3-5 years in supervisory role.
Compensation/Benefits: 
  • Full time exempt position
  • Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance Y Retirement plan, employee funded pre-tax health and childcare spending accounts.
  • Generous paid time off with vacation, sick and holiday leave.

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 26 2018
Active Until: 
May 26 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit