Cause is Our Culture
It's not just a job. It's a purpose.
Impact the lives of others & improve the health of your community, by giving back in a meaningful way.
Grow with us.
Receive coaching, feedback and training for professional development & advancement opportunities.
Use your strengths.
Add value to our team with your unique knowledge, skills & talents in a collaborative environment.
Belong & feel connected.
Receive good communication, build relationships and trust with co-workers & the community.
Be recognized & have fun.
Enjoy accolades for personal contributions and reaching milestones & attend social events.
Get more than a paycheck.
Find flexibility, health and well-being & earn excellent benefits, including a free YMCA membership.
- Sanford Health Plan insurance
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- Dental & vision insurance
- Paid vacation & sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plan with 8% company match
- Long term disability & life insurance
- Medical & dependent care Flex Accounts
- Employee Assistance Counseling Program
- YMCA childcare wait list benefit
- Paid CPR & First Aid training & certification
- Convenient payroll & HR technology
Aquatics: Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, CPR Instructor, Aquatics Trainer, AQUATICS DIRECTOR
Child Watch: Caregiver, Person in Charge, Membership Coordinator
Group Fitness: Instructor, Fitness Program Coordinator, GROUP FITNESS DIRECTOR
Housekeeping & Maintenance: Custodian, Maintenance Technician, Housekeeping Shift Leader, FACILITIES DIRECTOR
Member Services: Member Services Representative, Supervisor on Duty, Member Services Team Leader, MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Sports: Official, Youth Cheerleading Coach, Itty Bitty Instructor, Site Supervisor, Sports Coordinator, SPORTS DIRECTOR
Wellness Center: Fitness Associate, Personal Trainer, Wellness Specialist, HEALTHY LIVING DIRECTOR
Youth Development Center: Before/After School Youth Leader, Day Camp Counselor, Teaching Assistant, Teacher, Receptionist, Site Coordinator, SITE DIRECTOR, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS DIRECTOR
Administration: Marketing Director, Human Resources Director, Finance Director, Operations Director, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Internships & Job Shadow Opportunities: Marketing, Fitness, Human Resources, Childcare & Preschool, Business
Consider an Education or Certification in:
- Exercise Science, Sports/Recreation Management, Exercise Physiology
- Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development Associate (CDA)
- Business, Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing, Non-Profit Management
- Lifeguard Certification, YMCA Swim Instructor/WSI Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Group Fitness Instructor (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, CSCS)
"I love my job because I have the opportunity to teach people how to be safe & confident in & around the water! Being able to get to know all the lovely people that come to exercise in the mornings has been a wonderful start to each of my days!"
— Thea Alme - Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
"I love my job because my director & co-workers are very friendly & helpful! My goal with the earnings is to add a walk-in shower at my condo."
— Doris Falconer - Member Services Representative
"I love my job because I love to CLEAN, I like to see a clean environment & happy people. Also love when the people make comments to how good of a job I'm doing with keeping the facility clean."
— Alfred Littlewind - Custodian
"I love my job because it allows me to make a meaningful impact on my community while working in an environment that fosters inclusivity & growth. My job is more than just work—it's a place where I can continuously learn, grow & find joy in what I do."
— GRACE BUCKEYE - EXEC ADMIN COORDINATOR
It's Fun to Work at the YMCA
Cause is Our Culture