The YMCA of Broome County is seeking a dynamic, innovative Director of Operations based out of our Binghamton, NY branch. This position is concerned primarily with the achievement of the purpose, goals, and objectives of the YMCA, in promoting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Overseeing all team leaders in membership, wellness, aquatics, adult and youth sports for the association, this is a great opportunity to change lives. The Director of Operations will work directly with the association CEO on all strategic processes and be part of a dynamic senior management team that strives to serve the community through both traditional and non-traditional programming.
- Oversee the creation of program budgets and the compliance within the budgets that have been approved.
- Assist CEO and Director of Finance in preparation of the overall association budget.
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate quality department heads.
- Assume CEO responsibilities in CEO’s absence.
- Assist department heads in maintaining existing and developing new programs based on need and cost.
- Responsible for paperwork related to purchasing, budget, program reports and United Way information. All paperwork must be accurate and completed in a timely manner.
- Ensure that all program and membership offerings are consistent with Association efforts and United Way priorities.
- Ensure a safe environment both in house and offsite.
- Work closely with CEO on special projects, board development, and interpretations and implementation of long-range goal.
- Work with CEO and Marketing Director on developing and implementing effective marketing plan.
- Serve as a key aide in the annual support campaign.
- Monitor programs and services through visibility and regular meetings with assigned department heads.
- Assume and accept responsibility for all YMCA offerings and services.
- Guide the professional development of all department heads. Play a key role in generating and maintaining a positive team environment.
- Demonstrate resilience and provide strong leadership through adversity.
- Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and effectively guide others to do the same.
- Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and adapt to multiple situations effectively.
- Actively pursues training, learning opportunities and certifications as they relate to responsibilities.
- Ensure that all program operation is consistent with the Association procedures, including insurance, accidents, personnel, purchasing, and accounting systems.
- Ensure that risk management practices are put into place.
The ideal candidate is energetic, personable, dedicated, well organized and thrives in a fast paced, challenging work environment. They must possess:
- 5-7 years’ operations experience required, YMCA operations experience with demonstrated success in program development and administration, fund raising, grant writing and facility management preferred.
- Analytical skills to evaluate data and make operational decisions
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to motivate others successfully through different methods of coaching
- Proven track record in managing budgets.
Salary: $58,500.00 - $62,000.00