BRANCH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Branch Executive Director at the Midtown YMCA stewards the Y’s cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community.

The Executive Director oversees the operation of the Y and participates in volunteer and staff development, financial development, and collaboration with community stakeholders. This location is in the final phase of a capital campaign and undergoing full renovation which will expand our entire campus adding an aquatics center, wellness center, youth play spaces and outdoor gymnasium. Come join our team!

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains a diverse advisory committee of the Board of Directors that actively support the Y’s goals and strategic plans. Recruits, selects, and develops diverse volunteers for the branch board. Clarifies and reinforces the division of roles and responsibilities between Corporate Board, management or advisory boards, staff, and general volunteers.
2. Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
3. 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.
4. Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
5. Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in alignment with the YMCA’s mission, strategic plan, objectives and serves on the senior leadership team.
6. Directs the financial development activities of the branch, including the YMCA’s Annual Campaign and any capital campaigns related to that branch.
7. Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
8. Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
9. Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
10. Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
11. Oversees any construction, renovation, or facility improvement projects on facility property.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Volunteerism
• Developing Others
• Engaging Community
• Fiscal Management