The YMCA in Greenfield is debt free, has a healthy endowment fund, a mid-six figure cash reserve and has ended in a positive financial position for the past thirty years. The staff retention rate is above average. The YMCA, hospital and community college are three of the most important nonprofits in the county. The Y operates both a membership facility and a 12-acre day camp which serves up to 140 campers per week and is located five miles west of the Y. The key programs are Prescribe the Y (a 12-week doctor referred wellness program with approximately 800 referrals per year), gymnastics, aquatics (including water therapy/fitness), 70+ group exercise classes per week, childcare, preschool, teen leader club, and summer camps. Over 300 volunteers are actively involved in our social responsibility projects (food, clothing, family assistance), and fundraising.
The Y board seeks an experienced leader who has the requisite background and skills to achieve excellence in the following areas:
Advocate for the Vision of the Y Serving as a Valued Community Partner:
- Actively interact with, inspire and mobilize Y members, donors, staff and volunteers and be an integral member of the community. Serve as an ambassador for the mission, cause, and vision of the Y and be seen and respected as a community leader to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders developing mutually beneficial collaborations.
Continue Strengthening & Expanding Operations with a Focus on Fiscal Sustainability:
- Demonstrate success in the ability to understand fiscal opportunities, challenges and complexities and ensure the Y grows in its financial capacity. Assess the current operation including technology and create a plan that will continue to grow and retain membership. Provide tailored programs in response to community needs. Successfully create and achieve plans, with measurable short and long-term goals.
Lead, Develop and Motivate the Staff Team:
- Serve as a leader who can effectively hire, motivate, engage and reward staff in a positive and productive manner. Actively engage in staff development and performance leading to superior results in program delivery, member satisfaction and community outreach and engagement. Lead by example by creating and maintaining a culture of integrity, high ethical standards, and values.
Lead a Culture of Philanthropy and Develop Fundraising Efforts:
- Serve as the leader in fundraising efforts by working with the board to establish a plan for how the Y will increase annual contributed dollars for operations and providing financial assistance. Grow capital dollars for facility renovations and endowment. Develop public and private partnerships and resources to support operational and future needs by instilling confidence, credibility, and trust in the Y with community leaders and donors.
Review, Revise and Achieve the Strategic Plan:
- Work effectively with the board and staff to review the current strategic plan to ensure it aligns with the vision of the Y and addresses critical community needs. Partner with the board and lead the staff in achieving strategic goals through an annual operating plan. Work with committees and volunteers to support and achieve strategies and goals.
- Minimum five years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization/company.
- Proven successful track record of fiscal management for a complex organization exceeding $1M annually.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and strengthen community relationships.
- Proven ability to develop new programs, review and enhance programs being offered and effective in broadening engagement in the community.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills (both written and verbal) as well as personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.
- Successful fundraising experience in annual campaigns.
- YMCA Organizational Leader Certification (Note: Candidates not in possession of this certification have up to three years to obtain via Y-USA).
Salary Range: $95,000-$120,000 (salary commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Y pays 70% of single or family health and dental insurance. YMCA contributes 6% retirement contribution and employee contributes 4% per eligibility requirements (www.yretirement.org). Additional benefit details shared with finalists.