YMCA of the USA · 1 week ago
Branch Executive Director
The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking executive director with a proven track record of developing strong community engagement and membership growth. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, managing a balanced budget, and leading a dedicated staff team to maximize the YMCA's impact in the community.
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Responsibilities
Establish a culture of quality and service to meet and exceed the goals and objectives set forth in the strategic plan and standards established by the Board of Directors
Represents and promotes the Y in the local community by developing strategic, positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities
Develop, manage, and monitor a balanced operating budget to meet or exceed budgeted targets
Develop and direct high quality, relationship-based member engagement strategies
Provide metrics to measure program/membership impact, staff, and program and membership satisfaction
Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Multimedia First Aid, Blood-borne Pathogens, Metro Atlanta YMCA new staff orientation, branch orientation and branch emergency procedures
Manage delivery of related programs to exceed YMCA standards and program objectives
Participate in branch and Association-wide activities and initiatives
Act as the LEAD campaigner for Why It Matters Annual Giving Campaign including but not limited to volunteer recruitment, training and support, and lead as an integral member of the management team committed to reaching stated fund-raising goals
Serve on the Executive Cabinet, liaison with appropriate professional groups in the community and serve on Metro Task Forces
Effective board development including recruitment of board members who represent the branch community and developing a strong board committee structure
Ensures revenue growth through a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies
Effectively mentor, supervise, and develop branch staff and volunteers and build an exceptional culture to motivate them to achieve their personal and professional goals
Responsible for facility management and maintenance to ensure high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment. A culture of risk management and safety is maintained at the branch. Maintains required safety and training certifications, Emergency Action Plans, SDS Manuals, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years overall leadership experience or high school diploma and 12+ years of directly relevant experience with the Y or closely related non-profit
2+ years of successful experience managing large teams in an executive level/senior management position
Business management skills and demonstrated ability to lead people
Proven ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organization, corporations, and government agencies
Strong attention to detail
Passionate commitment to the YMCA mission, values, and purpose
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent
Experience in directing total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development
Hands on experience working with a diverse population in a YMCA strongly preferred
12+ years of directly relevant experience with the YMCA or closely related non-profit
4+ years of management experience, strategic vision and relationship building preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency
Company
YMCA of the USA
YMCA of the USA is the national resource office for the nation's YMCAs. Located in Chicago, IL, YMCA of the USA exists to serve YMCAs.
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