We are seeking an Associate Branch Executive Director to assist the Branch Executive Director in overseeing the operation of the branch, including membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, board development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions.
- Assists with the development of the branch board and committees.
- Directs the volunteer activities (policy and program) of the branch.
- Assists with financial development activities of the branch; works to create and maintain a culture of philanthropy surrounding the Y.
- Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
- Oversees the hiring, training, and supervision of branch staff and volunteers.
- Assists in the development, management, and monitoring of the branch operating budget to meet or exceed budget targets.
- Directly supervises assigned program / operational areas.
- Assists with branch strategic planning efforts and in developing the annual operating plan of the branch.
- Assists in developing and directing high quality relationship-based member engagement strategies. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
- Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
- Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
- Assists with branch marketing and communication efforts to effectively communicate benefit to
- the community.
- Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
Skills/Experience:
- Four or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
- 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 and to engage them in the philanthropic efforts of the YMCA.
- Proven track record in direct appeal annual support campaigns.
- YMCA Multi-Team/Branch Leader Certification, if not certified, must obtain certification within 12 months (for certification options, visit: https://yexchange.org/LeadershipDevelopmentApproach/Pages/Multi-Team-or-...).
- Passionate belief in the Y’s cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
- Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.
- 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.
- CPR, First Aid, AED and O2 certifications must be obtained within first 60 days
- YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification; if not certified, must obtain certification within 12 months
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $53,000.00 - $57,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Feb 2 2018
Active Until:
Mar 3 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit