The Valley of the Sun YMCA is one of the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States that has transformed its culture, vision and operations. With 15 branches in Phoenix, Yuma and Flagstaff along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott. We are fast growing as a cause-driven organization that is focused on improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. If you share a commitment to being a part of a greater movement then a career with the YMCA is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF HEALTHY LIVING:

• Supervise and oversee group fitness, personal training, aquatics staff/volunteers and all operations of the healthy living
• Develop and implement innovative approaches to promoting healthy living
• Impact the lives and health of each member each day

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF HEALTHY LIVING:

• A passion for heatlh and fitness
• Current certifications in YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles, Foundations of YMCA Group Exercise and/or YMCA Personal Training Instructor, CPR, First Aid
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience in health and fitness
• Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation or equivalent experience

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible) 
• Free YMCA Family Membership 
• Free Programs for dependents 
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (once accrued) 
• Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings 
• 403b Retirement Savings Account upon hire 
• Employee Assistant Program

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.