Lifestyle Director

Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch in Florence, Arizona is a vibrant 55+ Active Adult community offering resort-style living.
The 48,000 sq.
ft.
recreation center features a large ballroom with stage, a variety of game rooms, craft rooms, a classroom, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools.
Outdoor amenities include pickleball, tennis and bocce ball courts, an amphitheater, large community park and an 18-hole golf course and restaurant.
The community currently has nearly 2000 lots closed, with an estimated 3,000 homes when completed.
The community is currently under developer control.
Primary responsibilities are centered on strategic planning of all resident programs within an Active Adult HOA Community.
This involves big picture thinking backed by a focus on the tactical aspect of planning events and activities such as: Recreational, social, travel, cultural, educational and entertainment.
Position Responsibilities: Partner with the Community Manager to identify, coordinate and market all community events, programs and services.
Oversee support staff and facilitators to ensure facilities, events, classes and customer service meets the needs of the residents.
Develop an active volunteer program among residents, solicit input and involvement from residents to stimulate awareness and participation.
Work with residents to assist in the establishment of chartered clubs.
Secure all entertainment, food, decorations, and items necessary to carry out events.
Send E-blasts for Lifestyle, Fitness, Clubs, Groups & Classes as needed.
Oversee the monthly calendars for submittal and to print.
Oversee bi-monthly newsletter: collecting articles, organizing and submitting for print.
Work with local businesses to create partnerships for sponsorship opportunities.
Oversee the New Resident Orientation.
Attend Board, club and committee meetings.
Assess overall success of events through focus groups and evaluations and Social Committee.
Perform other duties as directed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to design and coordinate programs that enrich the quality of life and enhance the vibrancy and overall experience of living within an HOA Community.
Effective and dynamic public speaking skills.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills paired with high energy, initiative, and enthusiasm.
Computer proficiency with respect to Microsoft Office Suite, database software, internet and website portals, point of sale system, registration processes, policies and procedures, equipment, material and products, etc.
Ability to lead people and get results through others.
Ability to interact and work positively and effectively with staff, volunteers and board members at all levels.
Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions, changes and delays while remaining focused.
Ability to problem solve exercising good judgment and decision making.
Ability to adapt and adjust to change.
Physical Demands & Work Environment: Position involves sitting, standing, and movement throughout the day.
Must be able to set up and break down events as needed.
Utilizing a computer in an office setting.
Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Experience Required 3 year(s): High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of full time, paid, professional experience coordinating and promoting recreational activities and programs, volunteer programs and/or fund-raising events.
Must be capable of working a varied schedule of extended hours to include evenings, weekend and holidays based on community events and other needs in accordance with this position.
Valid Driver's License.
Preferred Bachelor's degree in recreation, hospitality, communication or related field and two (2) years of full-time, paid, professional experience coordinating and promoting recreational activities and programs, volunteer programs and/or fund raising events.
Prior experience with Homeowner's Association programs.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience can be substituted for the minimum requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Education Required High School or better