Fitness Program Director

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto is a 12 branch, mid-size YMCA association that serves the upstate of South Carolina (York, Lancaster and Chester counties) just south of Charlotte, NC. The YMCAUP is seeking a Fitness Program Director for its Indian Land YMCA located less than 12 miles from Charlotte, NC. The Indian Land YMCA opened in November 2020 is one of the flagship Ys for YMCA of Upper Palmetto.

Under the supervision of the Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Fitness Program Director is responsible for managing the operations and programs of the Fitness Department. The Fitness Director will assist the Branch Director with various branch activities such as special events and other activities that occur on various occasions. As a member of the branch leadership team, the Fitness Director will create and embrace a diverse and inclusive YMCA community to grow our local impact, activate our global network and multiply our mission.

Principle Responsibilities

• Facilitate and oversee the organization, management and daily operations of the fitness programs.
• Manage biweekly payroll.
• Provide effective fitness programs for adults, teens, children, seniors and special populations that drive growth in membership and program participation.
• Collaborate with the Branch Director to plan and manage the annual Fitness Department budget.  Control payroll and department purchasing costs within the budget and financial guidelines to meet fiscal objectives.
• 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.
• 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 community health.
• Develop and implement branch/regional health and wellness special events and promotions.
• Partner with marketing and communications department to ensure effective promotion and visibility of all program areas including management of social media for the region.
• Reviews and evaluates the enrollment, programs, services and operation of the fitness department and communicates findings to the Branch Director.
• Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/boards as assigned.
• Assist the Association with evidence based health initiatives including, but not limited to, creating an interest list, conducting readiness assessments/enrollment, and creating class schedules.
• Help coordinate the LiveStrong program. Providing dates and program reports that work alongside the association leadership. 
• Grow the Personal Training program with participants and revenue year over year. Keep track of staff (expenses) that align with the program model and budget. 
• Oversee, train and hire for the Youth Strength and Conditioning program. Keep track of staff (expenses) that align with the program model and budget. 
• Oversee group ex staff and/or coordinator and evaluate the use of space to maximize the member experience.  
   

 Essential Function 

• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.  Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Supervision of Fitness Department including the fitness center, group exercise classes and personal training program.
• Ensure safety and maintenance of facilities and equipment to minimize risk to members, participants and the Association.
• Other duties as needed.