Health and Wellness Director

• Previous customer service, sales or related experience preferred.
• 5+ years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency desired.
• BS Degree or elated major major studies in business, nutrition, wellness, public health, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology or related preferred.
• Current nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification, OR CSCS, OR nationally recognized Group Exercise Certification, OR the willingness to update certification within 2 months in the case of a lapsing national certification. 
• 3+ years of related experience in managing and training staff, teambuilding and coordinating schedules required. 
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Strong computer skills and experience with standard business database. Daxko experience a plus.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step instructions required.
• Multi-year experience in direct wellness service and the willingness to continue some hours of direct service as part of the role. For example: group exercise class instruction, one on one or group personal training OR direct service nutrition and dietetics.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet deadlines and work efficiently both individually and as a team.
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of operations, including staff development, program development, volunteerism, facility and property management and sound financial practices.
• Committing to support and further our anti-racist work as an organization. Actively works to continue to recruit and hire diverse staff and volunteers. 
• Dynamic personality with a skill-set that is able to educate and motivate the Fitness Center Staff to be passionate about their job and the SDYMCA.
• Integrate and lead groups of diverse individuals and departments in collaborative activities aimed at advancing wellness throughout the community.
• Ability to be proactive and solution-oriented.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of YMCA and the respective roles of volunteerism and staff.
• Demonstrated ability of strong communication and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing.
• Experience developing and managing a budget necessary.
• Strong visual and auditory ability.
• Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities to others and support them as necessary. 
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred or acheived in first year.
• Other relevant YMCA Trainings for position, including Redwoods Risk Management within 30 days and Wellness specific within first 6 months.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 30 days.
• Ability to respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in emergency situations. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, kneel, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Ability to speak and write concisely and effectively communicate needs.
• Ability to view computer monitor and enter data for long periods of time.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends as needed.