The Gateway Family YMCA Wellness Center Branch, which opened in 2011, specializes in health and well-being programs and services for those who struggle to live a healthy lifestyle. The Director of Member Engagement directs all aspects of membership for the branch including recruitment of new members, retention of existing members, customer service, supervision of Welcome Center staff team and fiscal responsibility for a budget including $1.2 million membership income. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The candidate must possess the ability to lead the Membership Department and work closely with the Wellness Department to provide excellent member service and engagement resulting in strong retention while strategizing, implementing and evaluating all initiatives in new member recruitment and growth. The Director of Member Engagement must have a minimum of three years' experience supervising others, excellent oral and written communication skills consistent with Y branding, excellent follow-through; must possess out of the box thinking, initiative, enthusiasm, good judgment and strong customer service skills.
- Implements membership strategies that support recruitment of new members and retention of existing members. Creates a member-focused culture and models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Fosters a climate of innovation and resolves problems to ensure member satisfaction.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs Welcome Cetner staff team and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Promotes membership and program enrollment in interactions with existing and potential members. Coordinates program registration, including logistics to support phone inquiries, walk-in and web registrations.
- Coordinates branch martketing efforts for membership and programs, including program brochure and social media. Serves as branch brand ambassador.
- Participates in the planning of the annual budget; manages and implements the approved budget for membership and takes appropriate action to correct variances. Incorporates sales goals and essential reporting.
- Ensures proper implementation of Welcome Center procedures. Reviews and updates procedures and communicates changes to staff. Coordinates with the Director of Branch Administration as necessary on financial transactions.
- Organizes membership events at the YMCA and represents the YMCA at community events to promote the YMCA. Forges strong community relationships and collaborations with other local organizations and businesses.
- Leads assigned aspects of Annual Support Campaign fundraising.
- Scheduled hours will include Saturday and two evenings per week. Schedule may vary and requires flexibility and availability to attend community events.
- A minimum of three years supervisory experience in a customer service setting, preferably at a YMCA.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills consistent with Y branding.
- Creativity and strong commitment to member engagement and socialization.
- High ability to recruit, retain and coach staff while fostering a positive team atmosphere.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills. Must be detail oriented.
- Genuine display of strong Listen First skills and outstanding leadership in relationship building, team work, and community relations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Publisher and Excel.
- Prior experience with CCC, Daxko or membership CRM preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
Salary: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00