Serving over 241,000 members, volunteers and program participants, through 19 branches and 2 camps, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is one of the premier associations in the country. The Dallas Y has a legacy of outstanding YMCA staff that set the national benchmarks in program innovation, fundraising and leadership development. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is searching for a cause driven leader that, as the Executive Director, will build upon the many successes of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. The highly motivated volunteers, board, and staff team create an inclusive culture that foster additional opportunities for partnership and growth. Since the expansion and renovation in 2014, the J.E.R Chilton YMCA has experienced marked growth in reach and increased the overall branch budget to $3M and branch membership to 2,600 units.
- Oversee the day to day operations of the branch while developing board/volunteer relations.
- Develop new and innovative high-quality programs while maintaining and growing existing programs.
- Provide association with continued financial growth.
- Build/maintain relationships within the community to include schools, churches, homeowner’s associations, civic organizations, etc.
- Accountable for the growth and development of existing branch staff; recruit and develop all new hires.
- Responsible for managing and developing an annual budget and achieving branch operating goals.
- Responsible for the overall management of the facility including cleanliness and safety.
- Responsible for all aspects of the Annual Campaign, $283,000
- Develop and cultivate a staff team of 8 full-time and approx. 180 part-time.
- Accountable for membership growth and retention.
- 5–7 years of management experience and an understanding of the mission and philosophy of the YMCA
- YMCA Organizational Leader certification is a plus.
- Requires a proven track record in applying best practices related to relationship management and community engagement.
- Proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management
- Fundraising experience in annual campaign and grants.
- Strong operational skills and experience.
- Must have demonstrated success n staff supervision, teamwork, coaching and leading others.
- Understanding of quality customer service, strategic thinking, influencing skills, developing and implementing innovative concepts and responding to critical community issues.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas offers a comprehensive Benefits Plan: Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-Term Disability, 125 Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 12% paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an attractive relocation package.