The YMCA of Greater Toledo is seeking a visionary and dedicated cause driven leader for its Eastern Community YMCA Branch.
The YMCA of Greater Toledo is Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan’s largest not for profit agency, serving over 57,000 members annually. The YMCA of Greater Toledo is a thriving, association with 10 branches; the Eastern Community YMCA serves the East Toledo and Oregon, OH area with great partnerships and community support. The Eastern Community YMCA opened in 1978 and the branch has a current operating budget of $3.2 million. The community is characterized by good people, affordable housing prices and great schools. The Association management team is seeking an individual who possess vision, strategic planning, collaboration and accountability.
JOB SEGMENTS:
- Direct the financial development activities of the branch including membership and program growth as well as the Annual Campaign success.
- Develops, manages and monitors the branch operating budget and meets or exceeds budget targets.
- Develops and directs high quality relationship-based engagement strategies. Models relationship building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
- Understands and fully implements the Y-Improvement model at his/her branch and will ensure that all management staff are fully engaged in the process.
- Work with staff to develop and implement approved membership strategies and campaigns.
- Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the mission, goals and strategies.
- Represents and promotes the YMCA/JCC in the local community and develops maintains, and models positive collaborative working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and government entities.
- Coordinate staff and volunteer development, including recruitment, team building, training, evaluation, recognition, terminations, etc.
- Serve as a member of the Leadership Team of the YMCA of Greater Toledo and other association responsibilities as assigned.
- Oversee management and maintenance of facility and equipment, ensuring high quality, safe facilities, grounds and equipment.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required. The incumbent must have YMCA background to properly understand the nature and function of YMCA programs and services. Incumbent should have at minimum Multi-Team or Branch Leader Certification with the YMCA of the USA with prior experience as a branch executive director. Strong human relations and communication skills in order to coordinate activities and to work effectively with staff and volunteers is essential. Strong leadership, organizational and public relations skills, plus excellent fiscal management are a must.