Wellness and Recreation Director
Company: Springfield JCC
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 8, 2024
Job Description:
The Wellness and Recreation Director is responsible for the
overall management of the Wellness and Recreation Department,
including oversight of fitness center operations, wellness
initiatives, aquatics programming, recreational sports for youth
and adults, and seasonal leagues/special events. The Director
creates innovative, value-added programs and activities for JCC
members and the broader community. -
Primary Responsibilities and Duties Fitness/Wellness
Programming
- Develop and implement an innovative wellness strategy for
members, addressing the needs of the JCC's diverse
demographics
- Enhance member relations by developing and overseeing a
calendar of programs and events designed to maximize participation,
learning, and member engagement
- Provide support to fitness staff in the development and
schedule of group exercise classes and proactively monitor
instructor quality and class participation
- Lead outreach efforts to collaborate with allied organizations
that can enhance the JCC's wellness and fitness offerings
- Continuously evaluate and modify fitness and wellness
programming, as needed Recreation Programming
- Supervise, plan, and implement all classes, leagues, and
special events to achieve youth and adult recreation goals
- Routinely evaluate and enhance programs to ensure high quality
and meaningful offerings
- Work with other JCC program directors to implement
cross-department offerings, including swim lessons and
afterschool/summer camp programs Management/Administration
- Supervise and coach staff members to offer a diverse,
high-quality menu of wellness and recreation programs for members
and the general public
- Develop and monitor departmental budgets; review and approve
bi-weekly payroll
- Work closely with Membership and Marketing departments to
implement promotions and strategic health and wellness
initiatives
- Work with COO and CFO on gym/pool/field rentals, which includes
creating contracts and acquiring insurance documentation
- Supervise the purchase of departmental equipment and supplies,
and monitor inventory Quality Control/Compliance
- Ensure all programming meets or exceeds safety standards, and
is aligned with industry trends
- Develop effective and efficient operating policies, procedures,
and protocols for each program area
- Maintain records of relevant certifications and credentials for
all department staff
- Ensure that all exercise equipment is safe, clean, and in
proper working order
- Work with Facilities Department to ensure preparation of the
athletic field Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field
- Previous fitness management experience
- 3+ years of personnel management and supervision
experience
- Ability to manage and adapt a broad-based health and wellness
program
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
motivate and inspire staff
- Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication
skills
- Proficiency in Word and Excel, and the ability to learn other
software systems
- Demonstrated ability in fitness testing, evaluation, and risk
screening
- CPR/AED certification and knowledge of industry safety
standards To Apply for this Position Please submit both a cover
letter and resume.
Keywords: Springfield JCC, Chicopee , Wellness and Recreation Director, Executive , Springfield, Massachusetts
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