The Board of Directors of the Champaign County YMCA (aka Stephens Family YMCA) is looking for a servant-leader who puts the needs of others first and help people develop and achieve performance excellence. This innovative, inspirational leader must be passionate and enthusiastic with an engaging manner while positioning this YMCA as an indispensable community asset. Also, guide the Board of Directors to new heights and build strong relationships with hih visibility in the communities we serve.
Areas of Responsibility:
Key Deliverables and requirements for the CEO include, but are not limited to:
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan
- In partnership with the Board, develop and identify critical needs of the Y and Champaign County. Develop a plan of action to review and enhance programs offered; identify potential new programs, for both economy and effectiveness in broadening our engagement and impact in the community in which we serve. Set priorities, enhance the operations, increase marketing and awareness. and appropriate Y staff to develop an annual tactical plan for achieving key goals and objectives. Remain fully informed of all operational issues and have the keen ability to quickly address any issues that may arise as well as forecast future needs.
Lead and Develop a Cohesive Professional Staff Team
- Must possess the confidence and skill to evaluate the current strengths and development needs of all key staff and create a plan for individual development to achieve excellence in their work. Create a plan to ensure that the YMCA has an outstanding, dedicated and empowered staff team. Encourage the team by creating a spirit of camaraderie and commitment to mission. Be the heart and soul of the operation, actively interact and communicate with staff. Role model the behavior you want reflected in Y staff; be visible.
Advocate the Vision of the YMCA by Creating High Visibility in the Community
- Be viewed and respected as a key leader within the community, proactively creating collaborations while always upholding the highest standards and values of the YMCA. Actively interact and communicate with YMCA members, donors, staff and volunteers. Seek every opportunity to promote the key strategies and strength of the YMCA.
Build a Culture of Philanthropy
- The candidate must be skilled in creating an environment of giving whether of time, talent and treasure. This includes volunteer leadership, staff, members and key contintuents. Create and execute fundraising strategies to ensure an increase in contributed support for the organization, foundation grants, special events, community collaborations; and create revenue streams necessary to support and sustain the needs of the YMCA. Identify cultivate, solicitate and provide stewardship of the donor base to support current operations, long-term financial stability and development of endowment funds.
Educational Background:
Accredited 4-year college degree.
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum five years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff.
- Embrace the work of “Larkins Place”, an inclusive innovative program designed to support children at all developmental levels and their families.
- Must be relentless in pursing excellence in programs. Review and enhance programs being offered or considered for both economy and the effectiveness in broadening our engagement in the communities in which we serve.
Preferred Criteria for Candidates:
- Fiscally sound business management approach.
- Strategic planning and Fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.
- A proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management in excess of $3M or more annually.
- YMCA Organizational Leader Certification.
- Fiscally sound business management approach.
- Strategic planning and Fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.
- A proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management in excess of $3M or more annually.
Compensation/Benefits:
- Salary Range:$130,000-$165,000, Salary offer is commensurate with experience
- Benefits:Retirement contribution (12% fully paid by Y), paid time off, health and dental and other benefits offered as described in personnel policy
- Relocation: Relocation assistance provided
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Feb 12 2018
Active Until:
Mar 13 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit