Careers

Blue Zones employs evidence-based ways to help people live longer, better. Our work is rooted in explorations and research published in the New York Times best-selling books The Blue Zones, Thrive, The Blue Zones Solution, and The Blue Zones of Happiness—published by National Geographic books. Using original Blue Zones research, Blue Zones works with cities to make healthy choices easier through permanent changes to a city’s environment, policy, systems, and social networks.

We are applying Blue Zones research and principles in 58 communities throughout the U.S., significantly improving health and lowering healthcare costs. Participating communities have experienced double digit drops in obesity and tobacco use, improved community well-being, and have saved millions of dollars in healthcare costs. We take a systematic, environmental approach to well-being that focuses on optimizing policy, building design, social networks, and the built environment. Our work is Pro-Pedestrian, Pro-People, Pro-Plant, and Pro-Purpose. The Blue Zones Project is based on this innovative approach. Our work has been featured in media from Oprah to NPR, the New York Times, WSJ, NPR, National Geographic and the New England Journal of Medicine. For more information, visit bluezones.com.

Rideout-Marysville Associate Well-Being Director
Full-Time

Location: 

Adventist Health and Rideout, Marysville, CA

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the implementation of a worksite well-being initiative based on the research in the Blue Zones communities where people lived demonstrably longer with the best health. The worksite model leverages this research by operationalizing evidence-based practices through environmental design, meaningful programs, supportive policies, and strong social connections.  As well-being improves, the worksites enjoy the benefits of healthier more productive colleagues and the individual colleagues gain both longevity and better health.

This position will be accountable for the customization and implementation of the Blue Zones Worksite model and additional associate well-being initiatives in collaboration with the system-based well-being team.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.  Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit.  Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 3 + years of experience in developing and implementing worksite wellness programs in a health system or hospital. Worksite wellness experience in large employer(s) considered.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthcare Related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in lieu of education also considered

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the local coordinator during the Blue Zones Campus Certification Foundation/Discovery period.
• Supports the local Adventist Health executive sponsor related to program implementation.
• Leads the implementation of the Blue Zones Campus Certification Blueprint (aka action plan) with associated documentation and tracking.
• Act as primary liaison to the Blue Zones team during the implementation process.
• Act as advisor to the Blue Zones team related to organization dynamics and history as requested.
• Participates in training on the Blue Zones Campus Certification model and associated activities as requested.
• Organize and manage the internal Blue Zones Campus Certification program oversight and implementation committees. Provide training to these committees as requested.
• Lead other Adventist Health associate well-being program elements, such as incentive programs, biometric screenings, workshops, and local initiatives.
• Compile and track identified metrics in support of the implementation process.
• Serve as the local coordinator during the Blue Zones Campus Certification review process.
• Collaborates with the Blue Zones team related to evolution and continuous improvement of the worksite model.

Specific Skills:

• Current resident near Adventist Health Rideout, Marysville or willing to re-locate
• In-depth understanding and expertise of worksite health promotion program design, best practices, and the science of well-being.
• An effective leader and coach who can motivate teams to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
• Strong operational skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as evidenced in articulate professional presentations to a group, establishes one-on-one rapport, and communicating via email and phone conversations.
• Results oriented-understands what results are important and focuses resources to achieve them.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible.
• Energized by Adventist Health mission, Blue Zones, and embodies Blue Zones Project principles.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

St. Helena-Clear Lake Associate Well-Being Director
Full-Time

Location: 

Adventist Health St. Helena and Adventist Health Clear Lake

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the implementation of a worksite well-being initiative based on the research in the Blue Zones communities where people lived demonstrably longer with the best health. The worksite model leverages this research by operationalizing evidence-based practices through environmental design, meaningful programs, supportive policies, and strong social connections.  As well-being improves, the worksites enjoy the benefits of healthier more productive colleagues and the individual colleagues gain both longevity and better health.

This position will be accountable for the customization and implementation of the Blue Zones Worksite model and additional associate well-being initiatives in collaboration with the system-based well-being team.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.  Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit.  Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 3 + years of experience in developing and implementing worksite wellness programs in a health system or hospital. Worksite wellness experience in large employer(s) considered.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthcare Related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in lieu of education also considered

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the local coordinator during the Blue Zones Campus Certification Foundation/Discovery period.
• Supports the local Adventist Health executive sponsor related to program implementation.
• Leads the implementation of the Blue Zones Campus Certification Blueprint (aka action plan) with associated documentation and tracking.
• Act as primary liaison to the Blue Zones team during the implementation process.
• Act as advisor to the Blue Zones team related to organization dynamics and history as requested.
• Participates in training on the Blue Zones Campus Certification model and associated activities as requested.
• Organize and manage the internal Blue Zones Campus Certification program oversight and implementation committees. Provide training to these committees as requested.
• Lead other Adventist Health associate well-being program elements, such incentive programs, biometric screenings, workshops, and local initiatives.
• Compile and track identified metrics in support of the implementation process.
• Serve as the local coordinator during the Blue Zones Campus Certification review process.
• Collaborates with the Blue Zones team related to evolution and continuous improvement of the worksite model.

Specific Skills:

• An effective leader and coach who can motivate teams to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
• Strong operational skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as evidenced in articulate professional presentations to a group, establishes one-on-one rapport, and communicating via email and phone conversations.
• Results oriented-understands what results are important and focuses resources to achieve them.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible.
• Energized by Adventist Health mission, Blue Zones, and embodies Blue Zones Project principles.
• Current resident near Adventist Health St. Helena and Adventist Health Clear or willing to re-locate
• In depth understanding and expertise of worksite health promotion program design, best practices, and the science of well-being.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

Blue Zones Project Executive Director
Full-Time

Location: 

Clearlake, California (Lake County)

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the initiation of a community movement in all their Adventist Health communities.  This effort involves business, government, universities, and non-profits joining to support an integrated approach to improve the well-being of the community. The healthy choice becomes the easy choice through permanent changes to the environment, policy, and new supporting social connections. Through this collaboration and movement, communities will naturally adopt healthy behaviors, their well-being improves – and they live longer, healthier, and more productive lives. As well-being improves, employers begin to experience lower health care cost trends and higher productivity, driving new economic development while making each community an even more desirable place to live, work, and play.

This position will be accountable for implementation of the Blue Zones Project® throughout multiple communities with a goal of driving community engagement and overall improvement in the communities’ well-being.

*Note: Hiring for this position is contingent upon the community successfully progressing through an assessment phase, which will determine community readiness for a Blue Zones Project.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast paced, changing environment. Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit. Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 10 + years of experience as a leader in operations, community organizer and/or managing complex community initiatives or campaigns with diverse volunteer resources. A blend of for-profit and government or non-profit experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Political Science, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration or Business required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in lieu of education also considered

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Recruits a team of the Community staff that work with government, non-profits, employers, industry associations, schools, grocery stores, restaurants, faith-based organizations and health care providers to implement permanent changes to environment, policy, social networks, and programs that drive well-being improvement.
• Provide effective leadership for diverse staff and volunteers that creates an authentic Blue Zones Project culture and drives successful outcomes.
• Overall accountability for Community Blueprint development, execution and achieving Blueprint goals and objectives.
• Create and maintain excellent relationships with sponsors and funding partners.
• Facilitates achievement of program and business goals by leveraging relationships with representatives of the government, non-profit organizations, civic groups and Businesses, as well as with senior leaders of Sponsor partners.
• Accountable for operations and financial success. Leads development of short and long-term strategy and business plans.
• Ensures marketing channels are fully utilized to publicize the Blue Zones Project and assist in business development efforts.

Specific Skills:

• Current resident of Lake County or recent resident with strong community knowledge and relationships and willing to re-locate
• Ability to build and maintain relationship with Sponsor as well as across government, businesses, and non-profits.
• An effective leader and coach who can motivate teams to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
• Strong operational skills.
• Good business judgment-possesses business insight, sensitive to industry shifts and business trends, actively identifies new areas of growth, ability to balances data-driven decisions with experience, and execute the best decision.
• Ability to manage sponsor relationship while meeting overall business needs.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as evidenced in articulate professional presentations to a group, establishes one-on-one rapport, writing detailed reports, and communicating via email and phone conversations.
• Able to communicate effectively as a project spokesperson with local media and with local/regional/national organizations.
• Results oriented-understands what results are important and focuses resources to achieve them.
• Adept at financial planning and successful budget management.
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible.
• Energized by Blue Zones Project Mission and embodies Blue Zones Project principles.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

Director, Blue Zones Campus Implementation
Full-Time

Location:

California, preferable Northern CA

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the implementation of a worksite well-being initiative based on the research in the Blue Zones communities where people lived demonstrably longer with the best health. The worksite model leverages this research by operationalizing evidence-based practices through environmental design, meaningful programs, supportive policies, and strong social connections. As well-being improves, the worksites enjoy the benefits of healthier more productive colleagues and the individual colleagues gain both longevity and better health.

This position is responsible for leading the transformation of worksites with a small team through the adoption and implementation of a customized well-being improvement Blueprint based on Blue Zones principles and employee well-being best practices. In partnership with worksite leaders, you will manage the launch of the Blue Zones Campus Certification journey in every Adventist Health hospital from assessment and planning to implementation support.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast paced, changing environment. Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit. Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 3 + years of experience in health management, project management, and/or well-being or worksite wellness consulting
• Bachelor’s Degree in business-related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in lieu of education also considered

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Serves on the site lead team during the Blue Zones Campus Certification review process
• Collaborates with the Blue Zones team related to evolution and continuous improvement of the worksite model
• Develops multi-year blueprint/strategic plan to guide individual worksite transformation and drive implementation in collaboration with worksite leaders
• Supports the implementation of the individual worksite blueprints in conjunction with the local team
• Cultivate strong relationships with participating worksite points of contact and teams to maximize leader and employee engagement, adopt best practices, and achieve well-being improvement goals
• Create employee engagement and communication plans and drive successful execution, including delivery of programs and events that promote learning and adoption of blue zones principles
• Responsible for contract deliverables related to Blue Zones Project worksite offerings for Adventist Health
• Maintains and provides regular reports on worksite progress and outcomes
• Provides consultative direction and support for worksite rollout strategy across Adventist Health sites
• Maintains a strong knowledge of the Blue Zones Project worksite offerings and employee well-being best practices
• Research ongoing best practices related to healthcare systems
• Collaborate and share with other certified worksite leaders best practices and learnings

Specific Skills:

• Experience deploying well-being programming at worksites (healthcare setting preferred)
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees from C-suite executives, to managers, to staff
• Strong network/relationships in local business environment
• Experience in creating marketing and engagement materials
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially as related to business-to-business interactions and corporate communications
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work remotely
• Ability to prioritize work and deploy multiple implementations concurrently
• Strong project management and operational experience to ensure timely goals achieved
• Experience working in fast-paced and relationship-driven professions
• Ability to travel to worksite locations in the Adventist Health service area, up to 25%
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible
• Energized by Blue Zones Project Mission and embodies Blue Zones Project principles

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

Blue Zones Project Executive Director — Yuba and Sutter Counties
Full-Time

Location:

Marysville, California (Yuba and Sutter Counties)

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the initiation of a community movement in all their Adventist Health communities.  This effort involves business, government, universities, and non-profits joining to support an integrated approach to improve the well-being of the community. The healthy choice becomes the easy choice through permanent changes to the environment, policy, and new supporting social connections. Through this collaboration and movement, communities will naturally adopt healthy behaviors, their well-being improves – and they live longer, healthier, and more productive lives. As well-being improves, employers begin to experience lower health care cost trends and higher productivity, driving new economic development while making each community an even more desirable place to live, work, and play.

This position will be accountable for implementation of the Blue Zones Project® throughout multiple communities with a goal of driving community engagement and overall improvement in the communities’ well-being.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast paced, changing environment. Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit. Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 10 + years of experience as a leader in operations, community organizer, and/or managing complex community initiatives or campaigns with diverse volunteer resources. A blend of for-profit and government or non-profit experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Political Science, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration or Business required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in lieu of education also considered

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Recruits a team of the Community staff that work with government, non-profits, employers, industry associations, schools, grocery stores, restaurants, faith-based organizations and health care providers to implement permanent changes to environment, policy, social networks, and programs that drive well-being improvement.
• Provide effective leadership for diverse staff and volunteers that creates an authentic Blue Zones Project culture and drives successful outcomes.
• Overall accountability for Community Blueprint development, execution and achieving Blueprint goals and objectives.
• Create and maintain excellent relationships with sponsors and funding partners.
• Facilitates achievement of program and business goals by leveraging relationships with representatives of the government, non-profit organizations, civic groups and Businesses, as well as with senior leaders of Sponsor partners.
• Accountable for operations and financial success. Leads development of short and long-term strategy and business plans.
• Ensures marketing channels are fully utilized to publicize the Blue Zones Project and assist in business development efforts.

Specific Skills:

• Experience deploying well-being programming at worksites (healthcare setting preferred)
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees from C-suite executives, to managers, to staff
• Strong network/relationships in local business environment
• Experience in creating marketing and engagement materials
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially as related to business-to-business interactions and corporate communications
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Self-motivated and ability to work remotely
• Ability to prioritize work and deploy multiple implementations concurrently
• Strong project management and operational experience to ensure timely goals achieved
• Experience working in fast-paced and relationship-driven professions
• Ability to travel to worksite locations in the Adventist Health service area, up to 25%
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible
• Energized by Blue Zones Project Mission and embodies Blue Zones Project principles

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.

Blue Zones Project Executive Director — Boyle Heights
Full-Time

Location:

Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, CA

Overview:

Blue Zones is working collaboratively with Adventist Health, a large faith-based health system in Northern California, to support the initiation of a community movement in all their Adventist Health communities.  This effort involves business, government, universities, and non-profits joining to support an integrated approach to improve the well-being of the community. The healthy choice becomes the easy choice through permanent changes to the environment, policy, and new supporting social connections. Through this collaboration and movement, communities will naturally adopt healthy behaviors, their well-being improves – and they live longer, healthier, and more productive lives. As well-being improves, employers begin to experience lower health care cost trends and higher productivity, driving new economic development while making each community an even more desirable place to live, work, and play.

This position will be accountable for implementation of the Blue Zones Project® in Boyle Heights with a goal of driving community engagement and overall improvement in the communities’ well-being.

Cultural Alignment:

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment. Must have a growth mentality and the requisite nimble and agile approach to support a fast-growing business unit. Knowledge of and demonstrated belief in the Blue Zones principles required.

Adheres to the Adventist Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements. Complies with behavioral standards, policies, procedures, and handbooks established by the organization and their respective ministries. Abides by the guiding principles of the Code of Conduct.

Experience and Education:

• 10 + years of experience as a leader in operations, community organizer, and/or managing complex community initiatives or campaigns with diverse volunteer resources. A blend of for-profit and government or non-profit experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Political Science, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration or Business required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Work experience in lieu of education also considered.

Compensation: 

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Recruit a team of Boyle Heights Community staff that work with local government, non-profits, employers, industry associations, schools, grocery stores, restaurants, faith-based organizations, and health care providers to implement permanent changes to environment, policy, social networks, and programs that drive well-being improvement.
• Provide effective leadership for diverse staff and volunteers that creates an authentic Blue Zones Project culture and drives successful outcomes.
• Overall accountability for Community Blueprint development, execution, and achieving Blueprint goals and objectives.
• Create and maintain excellent relationships with sponsors and funding partners.
• Facilitates achievement of program and business goals by leveraging relationships with representatives of the government, non-profit organizations, civic groups, and businesses, as well as with senior leaders of Sponsor partners.
• Accountable for operations and financial success. Leads development of short and long-term strategy and business plans.
• Ensures marketing channels are fully utilized to publicize Blue Zones Project in Boyle Heights and assist in business development efforts.

Specific Skills:

• Current resident of Boyle Heights or possessing strong knowledge, understanding, and relationships in the community.
• Ability to build and maintain relationship with Sponsor as well as across government, businesses, and non-profits.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• An effective leader and coach who can motivate teams to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
• Strong operational skills.
• Good business judgment-possesses business insight, sensitive to industry shifts and business trends, actively identifies new areas of growth, ability to balances data-driven decisions with experience, and execute the best decision.
• Ability to manage sponsor relationship while meeting overall business needs.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as evidenced in articulate professional presentations to a group, establishes one-on-one rapport, writing detailed reports, and communicating via email and phone conversations.
• Able to communicate effectively as a project spokesperson with local media and with local/regional/national organizations.
• Results oriented-understands what results are important and focuses resources to achieve them.
• Adept at financial planning and successful budget management.
• Inspiring, influencing, collaborative, and responsible.
• Energized by Blue Zones Project Mission and embodies Blue Zones Project principles.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the job title in the subject line.