Associate Executive Director

Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us.

Join one of the fastest-growing YMCA associations in the country! At the YMCA of Southwest Florida, we are a dynamic, mission-driven organization committed to expanding our impact, strengthening communities, and developing future leaders. We are looking for innovative, adaptable, and passionate leaders who embrace growth, welcome new challenges, and want to help shape the future of our Y.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Executive Director is a valued member of the branch leadership team. This role is integral to ensuring the overall success of day-to-day branch operations while driving initiatives and engagement in alignment with branch and association goals. The Associate Executive Director stewards the Y’s cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community. He/she participates in volunteer and staff development, financial development, and collaboration with community stakeholders

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders) develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Manages the budgeting process of assigned departments so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
• Recruits, hires, train, and develops a highly engaged and professional staff team. Will provide leadership in ensuring all program staff is equipped to always provide the best experience possible.
• Develops and directs high quality programs which support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team.
• Under the direction of the Executive Director, leads, develops, and coordinates community outreach initiatives. Seeks out opportunities for future collaborations.
• Directs the financial development activities of assigned areas of responsibility including the Annual Campaign.
• Implements branch strategic planning initiatives and provides input on the annual operating plan of the branch.
• Maintains quality and safety standards of facilities and programs.
• Attend and actively participate in association Core Business Leader meetings and statewide Peer Community Groups.
• Coordinate reporting and analyze data to maximize results.
• Coordinates program registration and marketing efforts to maximize enrollments and provides ongoing support to Program Directors on related issues.
• Models relationship building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
• On-site attendance is required of this position.

Additional Responsibilities: Manager on Duty

• Provide leadership and supervision for the facility while on duty.
• In the event of an incident or emergency, address according to association protocols and support staff, members and participants as needed.
• Be present on the floor for all assigned shifts. Make rounds and check areas hourly.
• Meet and greet members and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a representative of the leadership team of the YMCA; ensure the security of the facility enforcing policy regarding visitors.
• Assist front desk staff:
• Pass out equipment
• Answer telephones in a prompt courteous manner
• Provide Cause Driven tours
• Provide program information.
• Check cleanliness of locker rooms
• Perform clean up as needed.
• Walk the facility and gymnasium, meet, and greet members, observe staff performance, check cleanliness of facility.
• Provide feedback for Director’s on observation during shifts on MOD report..