Senior Manager, Health & Wellbeing

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Arvada, CO

1d • $60,000 - $64,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Health & Wellbeing provides leadership for one of the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver's larger Health & Wellbeing departments. The position is accountable for a substantial portfolio of fitness, personal training, group exercise, specialty instruction, and wellness programs. The manager directly supervises assigned staff, oversees complex daily operations and departmental financial performance, and works to strengthen program quality, participation, member engagement, and retention.

The role leads program planning and execution, develops staff, manages budgets and operational standards, builds community partnerships, and uses feedback and program data to guide improvements and equitable access. The manager maintains a visible, member-facing presence and may assist on the fitness floor or instruct classes when operationally appropriate and appropriately certified. The position also participates in a rotating Manager on Duty schedule, supports the annual support campaign, attends assigned events, and collaborates with the center leadership team. The role models YMCA values and fosters a welcoming environment where all can achieve, relate, and belong.

Requirements

• Current CPR and AED, First Aid, and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 the quality, consistency, accessibility, and evaluation of fitness and evidence-based wellness offerings, as assigned.
• Develop, manage, and monitor a substantial departmental budget, including 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 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.

Benefits

• Health and vision care
• Dental care
• Retirement contribution options, including a company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Free membership
• Program discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed