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Executive Director

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Exton, PA, USA
Full-time

Lead a dynamic team as the Executive Director of the Lionville Community YMCA.

Are you committed to the YMCA cause? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of our community members?The Branch Executive Director supports the work of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Branch Executive Director stewards the Y's cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community. The Branch Executive Director oversees the operation of the Lionville Community Y and guides volunteer and staff development, financial development and collaboration with community stakeholders.

The Lionville Community YMCA is nestled in the heart of the busy and vibrant Exton area in Central Chester County. The Lionville Y is a 63,000 square foot facility with an 8-lane indoorpool; seasonal outdoor pool with zero-depth entry and water features; well-equipped wellness center with expansive cardio and free weight areas; full gymnasium; state of the art cycle studio; Keystone STARS 2 Childcare Early Learning Center, Childwatch area; and an Imaginarium studio including a kiln.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Maintains a diverse volunteer Advisory Board that actively supports the Y's goals and strategic plans. Recruits, selects and develops diverse volunteers for the Branch Advisory Board.
  • Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
  • Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y's impact for all stakeholders including staff, volunteers, members, community leaders. Develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses and governmental entities.
  • Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
  • 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 harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team in which will enhance the ability to have a higher service area market penetration.
  • Directs the financial development activities of the branch.
  • Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
  • Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
  • Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals and strategies.
  • Ensures the safety and maintenanceof high-quality facilities, grounds and equipment.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
Skills/Experience: 
  • YMCA Multi-Team Leader Certification preferred.
  • Five or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit organization.
  • Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations and program development.
  • Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  • Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jul 6 2019
Active Until: 
Aug 6 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit