Fitness Director

at  YMCA

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Job Description
GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Senior Program Director/Branch Director, the Fitness Director provides leadership and management for the branch Fitness department operations, staff, budget, fundraising, as well as the program and membership experience in accordance with all Greater Wichita YMCA policies, procedures and standards. A 40 hour work week will be necessary to accomplish the assigned duties.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum age of 21
• Minimum one year management experience
• Relevant department experience and current personal training certifications
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
• Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire
• Complete CPR/AED, First Aid, O2, Listen First Workshop, and Fitness Modules, 4 Week FFA/PT Training, YUSA Online Trainings, Foundations of Strength & Conditioning (or acceptable certification) or ACSM in accordance with Conditions of Employment
• Learn all emergency procedures and action plans for the branch
• Understand and abide-by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
• Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch; including evenings and weekends
  Essential Functions

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities; climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for extended periods of time, walk, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity to perform detailed tasks
• Must have ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing
• Must possess problem solving, organizational and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
• Must be detail oriented and exhibit a high degree of accuracy and alertness
• Must demonstrate initiative in absence of supervision
• Must be able to build meaningful relationships and relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
• Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
• Must possess ability to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality
• Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times

Please refer the Job description for details