Job Details

Job Location: Duncan YMCA - Arvada, CO

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $60000.00 - $64000.00 Salary/year

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Wellbeing. Make an Impact! We're Hiring: Senior Manager, Health & Wellbeing! Love helping people thrive? Passionate about fitness, building great teams, and creating programs that bring people together? We want YOU on our Y team! We're looking for an energetic, experienced leader to guide one of our larger Health & Wellbeing departments and help make our Y a place where everyone can achieve, relate, and belong.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and inspire a talented team of fitness and wellness professionals.
• Create engaging programs and exceptional member experiences.
• Drive program growth, innovation, and departmental success.
• Collaborate with center leaders to strengthen our Y community.

At the Y, it's more than fitness. It's about connection, belonging, and making a difference. Ready to bring your leadership and passion to a place where your work truly matters? Join our team! Apply today!

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides leadership for one of the association's larger Health & Wellbeing departments, with accountability for a substantial portfolio of fitness, personal training, group exercise, specialty instruction, and wellness programs. Directly supervises assigned staff, oversees complex daily operations and departmental financial performance, and strengthens program quality, participation, member engagement, and retention. Models the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and fosters a welcoming environment where all can achieve, relate, and belong.

OUR PATH

For 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all. Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together. Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead planning and execution for a large and diverse portfolio of Health & Wellbeing programs, balancing member needs, staffing capacity, program quality, and operational priorities.
• Directly supervise, schedule, onboard, coach, and evaluate assigned full-time and part-time personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and specialty instructors; develop staff capabilities and future leaders.
• Oversee quality, consistency, accessibility, and evaluation of fitness and evidence-based wellness offerings, as assigned.
• Develop, manage, and monitor a substantial departmental budget, revenue, expenses, forecasts, program participation, and outcomes; take action to improve financial sustainability and service quality.
• Build community partnerships and coordinate with membership, operations, and other YMCA teams.
• Establish standards for member experience, safety, equipment readiness, incident response, and policy compliance.
• Use member and staff feedback and program data to guide improvements and equitable access.
• Maintain a visible member-facing presence; assist on the fitness floor or instruct classes when operationally appropriate and appropriately certified.
• Support the annual support campaign and communicate the YMCA mission and offerings.
• Attend and actively participate in center and association-wide events, initiatives, and activities as assigned.
• Participate in the rotating Manager on Duty (MOD) schedule, providing center-wide operational coverage, responding to concerns and incidents, and following established emergency procedures.
• Collaborate as an active member of the center leadership team to advance center priorities, coordinate operations, and strengthen the member and staff experience.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

• Clear communication and relationship building
• Inclusion, belonging, and member service
• Staff coaching and accountability
• Safety and sound judgment
• Financial stewardship and use of data
• Teamwork and continuous improvement

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises assigned full-time and part-time personal trainers, group exercise instructors, and specialty instructors (dance and martial arts).

Work Environment

Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb. Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Work includes office, program, and fitness environments, with frequent interaction with staff and members. May involve standing, moving throughout facilities, using technology, and occasional demonstration of activities.

DISCLAIMER

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties and responsibilities as business needs evolve. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. Employment with the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

YMCA CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENT

The YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable individuals. As part of our commitment to child abuse prevention and Praesidium accreditation standards, all employees are required to comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Benefits:

Qualifications

• Current CPR and AED, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration
• Progressively responsible experience supervising staff and managing health, fitness, or wellness programs, including substantial program scope and budget responsibility
• Relevant degree, professional certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to build inclusive relationships with diverse members, staff, and community partners
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, evaluate financial and participation results, coordinate a broad program portfolio, and maintain safe, high-quality operations
• Understanding of the YMCA mission and the roles of volunteers and staff

BENEFITS

• Health and Vision Care
• Dental
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options - Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Paid Time off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Free Membership
• Program Discounts