Employment
Our Mission
The YMCA of the Sandhills is an inclusive charitable Association, founded on Christian principles and dedicated to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities through programs that develop spirit, mind and body.
Why the Y?
To learn more about how to strengthen communities with a Y career in all fields, click here.
Application Process
Please complete an employment application to apply for any available position and deliver it to the YMCA with attention to the department director. Incomplete or general applications will not be considered. To view the Position Descriptions, simply click on the links on the Positions Titles below.
HIRING NOW:
Fayetteville Branch
Saleeby Family Branch
Group Fitness/Personal Trainer
Swim Instructor | Apply here
Y NEWS AND EVENTS
SPIRIT WEEK IS COMING! Refer a Friend, Get September for Free!
We've got spirit, how about you?! Spirit Week is coming July 21-27 with fun themes as we celebrate our members and our community! Click here to see how you can show your spirit!! As part of the celebration, current members in good standing can refer a friend to join with NO JOIN FEE that week. If your friend's account is still active on September 1, YOUR September dues will be waived! Click here for Y Membership details!
GET READY:
BACK TO SCHOOL!
After School Program and Supply Drive
The 2025-2026 school year is just around the corner, and the Y is here to help! The Y now serves 16 elementary and middle schools with our affordable After School Program. Registration opens July 22!
To ensure students have the tools they need to succeed and feel confident, the Y is hosting a Back-to-School Supply Drive at the Saleeby Family YMCA July 28-August 7 and at the Fayetteville YMCA August 1-14. Download the Saleeby flier and the Fayetteville flier to see what supplies are needed.
Free Weekly Meal Boxes for Kids & Teens This Summer
The Y launched its 2025 Summer Food Service Program this month, providing free, nutritious meal boxes for children and teens 18 and under in Harnett County. Families can pick up boxes via drive-thru at Word Education Church in Lillington every Thursday from 4-6 pm through August 7. (Boxes are available on a first-come, first-seved basis.)
Each box contains seven day's worth of breakfasts and lunches and adheres to USDA guidelines. Boxes include the five components of a balanced meal, including fruit, vegetables, whole grains, meat/meat alternative and milk.
Active Older Adults: Come Ride the Rails with us to Harah's Cherokee Resort!
September 22-25, 2025
Details here! SOLD OUT but we have a waiting list!