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Executive Director

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Philadelphia, PA, USA
Full-time

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of individuals and families in your community. 

Throughout the Delaware Valley, the Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA employs more than 5,000 individuals in full time, part time and seasonal positions.  Anchored in 20 locations, the Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA has the long-standing relationships and physical presence to deliver lasting personal and social change and gives staff the opportunity and flexibility to pursue their careers.

The Northeast Family branch of the Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA is seeking a dedicated and passionate professional to serve as their Executive Director.   

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Oversee and manage the day to day operations of the branch including staffing, programing, facility operations, fundraising, and overall leadership.
  • Build community resources through the cultivation and development of relationships by actively engage members, volunteers and community leaders in the Y mission.
  • Develop a productive board of volunteers and build effective leadership for the branch and mission.
  • Participate as a member of the Association Management Team and serve on ad hoc committees and task forces.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5-10 years of related experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Demonstrated success in fund raising.
  • Leadership in operations/facility management required.
  • Experience in developing and motivating staff and volunteers.
  • Excellent fiscal management skills and ability to identify funding opportunities.
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence.

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: 
Mar 12 2018
Active Until: 
Apr 13 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit