Program Director - Healthy Living

Santa Monica Family YMCA; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Santa Monica Family YMCA seeks a Program Director to lead the Healthy Living department, overseeing fee-based programming (Personal Training, Pilates), Group Exercise, fitness spaces, and Youth Sports and Active Older Adults initiatives.

You will recruit and develop staff and volunteers, manage budgets, monitor program outcomes, promote activities through marketing and partnerships, and work with other directors to optimize space use and member experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field.
• Current Personal Training certification from a nationally accredited organization.
• Current Group Exercise Instructor certification preferred.
• Two+ years of management experience.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire from recognized organizations (ARC/AHA/SHI).

Responsibilities

• Oversee Healthy Living department including fee-based programming, group exercise, and Youth Sports.
• Plan, develop, budget, and implement wellness and sports programs aligned with YMCA goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets; monitor financial performance and payroll.
• Promote programs through marketing materials, website updates, social media, and community partnerships.

Skills

Personal Training Certification

Group Exercise Instructor

CPR/AED

First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science/Physical Education

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the COO and in accordance with established Association policies, procedures and goals, the Program Director is responsible for the management and supervision of the Healthy Living department including fee-based programming (such as Personal Training, & Pilates), Group Exercise classes, management of all fitness spaces, and the development, managing and supervision of Youth Sports programs and Active Older Adults programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all members and participants.
• Plan, develop, budget, and implement wellness and sports programs aligned with YMCA goals.
• Deliver high-quality programs including orientations, personal training, Pilates, group exercise, and sports.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and participation; compile and analyze program statistics.
• Implement strategies to increase membership, program registration, and retention.
• Expand youth sports programming in alignment with strategic and operating plans.
• Partner with other directors to coordinate shared space usage.
• Foster a culture of member engagement, relationship-building, and positive experiences.
• Manage Personal Training to ensure quality programming & experience that meets budget standards.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Provide leadership, coaching, recognition, and performance management for staff and volunteers.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to AOA Coordinator, Sports Coordinator and Healthy Living Coordinator and their respective departments.
• Maintain inventory control and ensure timely repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets; monitor financial performance and payroll.
• Promote programs through marketing materials, website updates, social media, and community partnerships.
• Participate in fundraising efforts, staff meetings, and maintain professional, timely communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor's degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field and/or a minimum of three years of experience in the health and fitness arena.
• Current Personal Training certification from a nationally accredited organization required (e.g., NASM, ACE, ACSM, NSCA).
• Current Group Exercise Instructor certification from a nationally accredited organization preferred (e.g., ACE, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).
• Two+ years of management experience required.
• Must be able to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• American Safety & Health Institute