Under the supervision of the Regional Operations Director and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of the YMCA, the Center Executive Director shall be responsible for the overall operation of their assigned Center. The Center Executive Director shall be responsible for the supervision of all department heads as well as supervise budget compliance and spending in each department. Major emphasis and responsibility must be in the areas of board development, financial development, budget, facility, community relationships, and a positive approach to problem solving.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Provides Direction: promotes and represents the mission and core values of the YMCA; thinks operationally; plans for results; manages ambiguity; fosters and implements creativity and innovation; manages change; takes the long term view.
- Supports the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
- Actively participates in Association task forces, committees and/or Leadership Teams to promote Association unity.
- Coordinates public relations and marketing efforts for operations of the Center.
- Builds Community Resources (Investment, Volunteers and Financial Development): builds community; tells the YMCA story; builds leadership; embraces and demonstrates commitment to volunteerism; knows and practices effective stewardship cultivation.
- Promotes and participates in YMCA fundraising efforts to include Annual Campaign, Capital and United Way campaigns.
- Coordinates the development of the Board of Managers and committees.
- Coordinates all aspects of the Annual Campaign with the volunteer campaign director.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery.
- Creates and Maintains a Focus on Program Quality and Membership: Puts people first and respects the individual; focuses on quality with set quality standards; responds to members’ needs; integrates services; builds relationships.
- Ensures outstanding customer/member service through Association quality guidelines.
- Participates in promoting YMCA membership through assisting in the recruiting and retaining of members.
- Coordinates the development and management of Center programs to meet the needs of the community and achieve Association operating objectives.
- Effectively Develops and Manages People: leads effectively; advocates diversity; develops and recognizes people; engages in problem solving/manages conflicts; possesses organizational skills;
- Recruits, trains and builds strong staff and volunteer teams and ensures their success through an effective performance management/appraisal process.
- Implements and monitors a risk management plan, policies and procedures for the Center.
- Effectively Develops and Manages Resources: manages resources, maintains clean, quality facilities, property and equipment; manages facility operations.
- Develops, manages and monitors annual budget, making revisions as necessary to meet or exceed budget guidelines.
- Coordinates management and maintenance of the facility and equipment, including capital construction and renovation.
- Exhibits Appropriate Behavior and Communicates Effectively: Acts on values; exudes integrity; inspires others; communicates effectively; demonstrates cultural competence; possesses self-awareness; embraces differences.
- Promotes character development and the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all program areas.
- Prepares statistical, analytical and narrative reports regarding programs and operations of the Center as needed.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent experience in a related field.
Skills/Experience:
- Five (5) years’ experience as a YMCA Director or experience in a related field.
- Multi-Team or Center Leader Certification preferred.
- Background must include strong skills in human relations, budgeting, sound fiscal management, financial development, program management, volunteer and staff development, committee and board relations and staff supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2/CAP required within 60 days of hire.
- Complete and maintain required trainings to include: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment.
- Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check.
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $72,000.00 - $74,000.00
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Nov 18 2019
Active Until:
Dec 18 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit