Manager-Wellness

Manager-Wellness

”Be the driving force that promotes health, balance, and well-being across our organization—we encourage you to apply.”

Department: Recreation
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: Yes
Closing Date: Monday, April 27, 2026

Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:
The Wellness Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the wellness program and building strong, supportive relationships with members. This position promotes healthy living through education, encouragement, and guidance.
This role may include additional duties as needed to support program and departmental goals. Leaders are expected to demonstrate the ability to influence, innovate, adapt, and problem-solve.

This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty .

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the wellness program, including data, reports, and records
• Plan and lead wellness challenges, events, seminars, and classes
• Collaborate with health professionals to improve program outcomes
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and procedures
• Manage budgets, schedules, reimbursements, and documentation
• Set goals and support wellness staff performance, including supervision and evaluations
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain wellness equipment and resources
• Enforce fitness access policies, coordinate programs for all ages, and perform other duties as assigned

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Sports Medicine, Health Education, Nutrition, Kinesiology, or related field required.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience required.
• Five (5) year of related employment experience in sports and/or wellness program required.
• Three (3) years of budget experience required.
• Certified Personal Trainer required. Must have one (1) certification from one of the following: ACE- American Council on Exercise, ACSM- American College of Sports Medicine, ISSA- International Sports Sciences Association, NASM- National Academy of Sports Medicine, or NAFC- Native American Fitness Council.
• Must possess First Aid Certification, including CPR and Life Saving, or obtain certification within ninety (90) days of official date of hire in this position.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain during the first week of employment.
• Must possess “ServSafe Certification” or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed, including all assigned events.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and privacy regulations.
• Build trust with participants, families, and the community
• Demonstrate strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in English and basic computer programs (e.g., Word, Excel)
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Lead and develop high-performing teams with positive collaboration
• Continuously seek to improve processes, practices, and policies
• Take accountability for performance and results

Total Rewards Package:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.