The Twin Pike Family YMCA is seeking a strategic visionary leader with the experience to see the big picture and the ability to unlock the potential of the Twin Pike area. They must be able to develop and implement a strategic plan reflective of the changing needs of the community, membership and value-added programs. The new CEO will position the Y for maximum impact in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our next leader must be socially gifted with the ability to move in various social circles and connect with the community at all levels in a meaningful and impactful way. They must be the face of the YMCA, engaging in community events and organizations to connect the Y with other non-profits, organizations and businesses.
The next leader must be a proven fundraiser with solid practices and processes in leading successful campaigns as well as motivating and organizing the board, volunteers and staff to share the Y stories of impact. Sound financial acumen, with the ability to communicate and educate the board and staff on operations in real time, motivate staff to build and develop new programs, and collaborate with health care and education partners are also critical areas in which the new CEO needs to succeed. Prior experience or knowledge of federal and state grant management is important, due to a large percentage of the Y’s budget from grants.
Within the first year of employment the new CEO must assess the operations and provide a vision and road map to ensure continued success, future impact and presence of the Y in the community. Create an environment that will bring the two communities together to truly serve the Twin Pike (MO and IL) community. The CEO will foster collaboration and partnerships that will serve a diverse population and provide needed services within the communities served by the Y. They will strengthen operations with a focus on membership and programs, so the Y is not heavily dependent on grants. The CEO will also engage and develop the staff leadership in order to serve the community with a broader vision focused on the needs. Staff should have individualized development plans to maximize their potential..
The board believes its new CEO should be an experienced leader who has the background and qualities that will permit him or her to achieve excellence in the following roles:
- Fiscal Management - Ensure the Y’s financial resources are properly managed and report on its financial position. Use high level financial analysis to forecast trends, growth and stability while consistently leading the Y to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions and controlling costs. Empower and guide staff to lead their departments and monitor and meet budgets.Key competencies sought includes decision making, project management, finance, quality results, functional expertise, developing others
- Improve Operating Performance - Partner with the board to identify issues and develop an annual tactical plan for achieving key YMCA goals and objectives to solve them. Remain fully informed of all operational issues and be able to quickly address issues that arise as well as forecast future needs. Manage and direct the Y’s operations and activities.Key competencies sought includes communication, influence, quality results, finance, decision making
- Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan - The ability to work effectively with board of directors, volunteers, community leaders and key staff to identify critical community needs and develop a strategic roadmap focused on organizational strategies. Lead staff in the development and implementation of goals through an annual operating plan. Lead volunteers in aligning committees and their charts of work to support the strategies and goals of the Y.Key competencies sought includes influence, values, relationships, inclusion, communication, project management, innovation, decision making, quality results
- Build and Manage the Staff Team - Serve as a leader who can motivate, engage, and retain staff in a positive and productive manner by creating and setting an expectation for excellence. Demonstrate an engaging, open, positive and inclusive leadership style and display integrity, a high regard for honesty and courage and an open mind to innovative ways of improving services and expanding impact. Key competencies sought includes quality results, relationship, influence, community, communication, developing others, change management, values
- Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.
- Must have the ability to develop and strengthen community relationships.
- The ability to develop new programs, review and enhance programs being offered or considered, for both economy and the effectiveness in broadening our engagement in the communities in which the Y serves.
Preferred Candidate Criteria:
- YMCA Organizational Leader Certification (Note: Candidates not already in possession of this certification have up to three years to obtain via YMCA of the USA).
- Minimum five years prior experience in senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization with direct supervision of multi-level staff and employees.
- Fiscally sound business approach. Grant management experience a plus.
- Strategic planning and fundraising experience including annual and capital campaigns.
- Proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management of more than $500K annually operations.
Hiring Range: $60,000 - $80,000 annualized, commensurate on experience.
Residency Expectation: Living in the YMCA’s service area is required.
Benefits: Health reimbursement up to $200/month for medical after 90-day waiting period. YMCA Retirement contribution of 8% after eligibility criteria have been met. Vacation, holiday and sick pay per personnel policy.