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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for diabetes prevention program in Arizona is $63,380.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,300.00 and $80,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) job involves working to help individuals at risk for type 2 diabetes make lifestyle changes to improve their health. This can include roles such as lifestyle coaches, program coordinators, or health educators who provide guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral strategies. DPP professionals often work with community organizations, healthcare providers, or public health programs to deliver evidence-based interventions. The goal is to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes through education, support, and sustainable habits.

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To thrive in a Diabetes Prevention Program role, you need a background in health education, nutrition, or public health, often accompanied by relevant certifications such as Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or completion of lifestyle coach training. Familiarity with electronic health records, data tracking systems, and educational tools is also important for program management and reporting. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and motivational interviewing skills help you effectively engage and support participants. These skills enable professionals to deliver impactful interventions, foster healthy behaviors, and ensure the program's success in reducing diabetes risk.

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A typical week in a Diabetes Prevention Program involves leading group sessions or one-on-one meetings with participants, coaching them on healthy lifestyle changes, and monitoring progress toward health goals. You may also spend time developing educational materials, coordinating with healthcare providers, and tracking participant data using specialized software. Collaboration with dietitians, fitness specialists, and other wellness professionals is common to provide comprehensive support. The role is both interactive and administrative, balancing direct community engagement with thorough reporting and planning.

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Infographic showing various Diabetes Prevention Program job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $63,380 per year, or $30.5 per hour.

Diabetes Prevention Fitness Specialist

Hualapai Tribe

Peach Springs, AZ • On-site

$15.50 - $17.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

OPEN IN-HOUSE (5 DAYS)
JOB TITLE: Diabetes Prevention Fitness Specialist (full-time)
DEPARTMENT: Hualapai Health, Education and Wellness
OPENING DATE: July 30, 2026
CLOSING DATE: August 05, 2026
SALARY: D.O.E.
SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES:
This position is with the Hualapai Tribe's Special Diabetes Program for American Indians (SDPI), is under the supervision of the Manager of the Hualapai Fitness Center and will collaborate with all other SDPI program personnel. The position has three primary responsibilities: 1) develop, coordinate and lead regular physical activities for community members; 2) provide training on exercise equipment and 3) assist in the supervision of the Fitness Center. Other duties include working with the other program staff to complete required program wellness measures with tribal members, enter data, contribute to the development of a calendar of physical activities and advertise the program, activity sessions and special events to the community through flyers and radio announcements. Fitness Specialist will work with other program staff and other tribal programs to implement outreach and motivational interventions to support positive health behaviors and to assess enrolled participants' health indicators, e.g., body mass index, HbA1c, and percent body fat.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Ability and willingness to design and lead regular physical fitness activities including strength training and stretching/flexibility classes for all age groups, with specific focus on those who do not regularly exercise.
  • Work with Fitness Center Manager and staff to ensure the Fitness Center is clean and the equipment is in good operation.
  • Provide day-to-day oversight to operations of the Fitness Center.
  • Provide one-on-one assistance to community members using the Fitness Center.
  • Once trained, conduct assessments of participants' health measures, provide an explanation of outcomes and enter data into an electronic data system.
  • Work with other program personnel to provide basic health with fitness activities.
  • Ability to review and order new equipment and incentives for program implementation.
  • Work with local and outside programs to offer health activities to the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
  • Experience in physical education or fitness leadership; if not certificated, willing to gain certification and training in fitness leadership and health education
  • Organization skills to schedule physical activity classes, keep records of attendance and assist in maintaining program records and files.
  • Willing to work with community members who have a range of physical abilities; must be willing to work with those who do not exercise regularly or are unfamiliar with fitness activities and equipment.
  • Computer skills: Microsoft Word and comfortable exchanging and attaching information via emails.
  • Experience working as part of a team.
  • Willing to work with all community members and local departments and programs.
  • Willing to be creative to "market" health promotion and diabetes prevention activities to the community and tribal employees.
  • Accountability and willing to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to conduct oneself professionally both face-to-face, on the phone and over the internet.
  • Pass a background check.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
  • AA or AS degree or Certificate in Health Education, Recreation, Physical Education or a related field
  • Experience in implementing regular fitness activities.
  • Post high school experience in a health, physical fitness or community service field
  • Experience with software programs (Publisher, Power Point) for developing flyers about health events or presentations about health topics.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications are available from the Human Resource Department. The mailing address is: P.O. Box 179 Peach Springs, AZ 86434. Telephone (928) 769-2216, extension 321 and FAX is (928)-520-2343. To be considered all applications must be returned to the Human Resources Department by 4:30 PM on the closing date shown above.
THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All applications are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, martial status, or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to Indian descent in accordance with Public Law 88-353, Section 703 (7-2-71) and Public Law
93-638, Section 7B.

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