at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
The YMCA is hiring a full-time Regional Fitness Director who is experienced in creating high-quality, and safe programming for our members and program participants.
The Regional Fitness Director is responsible for interim/transitional program management and consulting assignments at multiple, diverse Community Hubs within the Association based on program and Hub needs. This role is key to enhancing program effectiveness, informing program strategy, and driving revenue, staff development, member/participant experience and retention in assigned Hubs as well as identifying and developing center program leaders and staff to ensure effective transition.
This role collaborates with Crown Center, Hub leadership, and staff teams during the assignment to manage all aspects of program operations. This includes program execution, program communication and marketing, budget management, program quality and use of effective practices, as well as staff management and coaching. In this role, incumbents will leverage operational knowledge and program expertise to improve program operations at assigned Hubs. This role is designed to facilitate learning and development in multiple program areas and build leadership bench strength across the Association.
Salary range is $55,000-$60,000 per year, includes full-time benefits, and opportunities to grow within the organization
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and the passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!
Responsibilities
At assigned Hubs, performs needs assessments and identifies relevant drivers of center program performance
In collaboration with leadership teams, quickly identifies, validates and communicates plans for transitional support and continuous improvement to facilitate program effectiveness and change management
Develops and implements plans to enhance program operations including program marketing, communications, staffing, processes and procedures to meet assignment and program goals
Increases member/participant connection and commitment to YMCA programs and ensures the member experience is consistent, integrated and aligned to YMCA goals for member experience, engagement and retention
Identifies, motivates, develop and retains staff; develops and executes on staffing and hiring plans including recruitment, onboarding, staff development and coaching to meet assignment goals and/or to ensure a smooth transition to a new program leader
Manages program budgets, including revenue and expenses, to meet financial targets and monitors financial performance. Transitions budget planning to appropriate staff.
Ensures program safety and policy compliance including collaborating on facility and equipment needs and ensuring staff training and relevant certifications according to program standards
Collaborates with Leadership Team and other Regional Fitness Directors to identify relevant trends and collaborate on program implementation and improvement plans
Provides coaching, professional development and leadership to staff in aquatics to enhance staff learning, career development and operational effectiveness
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Recreation, Sports Management, Exercise Physiology or related field and/or equivalent experience
3 or more years of program management experience with a demonstrated track record in enhancing program revenue, quality, member/participant experience and retention
2 or more years of supervisory experience including the ability to recruit, attract, develop and retain talent
Ability to obtain and maintain industry standard certifications and continuing education requirements
Continuous learner who keeps abreast of industry trends, best practices and safety guidelines in order to innovate on and improve program quality and safety
Budget management experience, with the ability to quickly understand and analyze program financials and identify relevant trends and indicators
Ability to quickly understand and adapt to multiple Hubs, contexts, and priorities
Demonstrated initiative with strong critical thinking and analytical skills to identify... For full info follow application link.
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