Heart of the Valley YMCA · 1 month ago
Branch Executive Director
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expHeart of the Valley YMCA is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Branch Executive Director provides leadership to ensure the branch fulfills its mission, focusing on community connections, youth development, and promoting healthy living. This role involves overseeing operations, managing budgets, and fostering relationships with community partners.
CommunitiesEducationNon ProfitTraining
Responsibilities
Embodies and champions the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all decisions, relationships, and operations
Builds meaningful relationships with local schools, churches, businesses, and civic organizations to advance the YMCA’s impact and meet the unique needs of the Heart of the Valley community
Oversees all branch operations, including membership, programs, childcare, wellness, aquatics, youth sports, and community outreach. Ensures programs are safe, high-quality, and inclusive for all ages and abilities
Develops and manages the annual budget. Monitors revenue and expenses, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability. Identifies growth opportunities in membership, programs, and partnerships
Recruits, mentors, and develops staff and volunteers, cultivating a positive, mission-focused workplace where teamwork, service, and innovation thrive
Leads annual campaign and special fundraising efforts. Builds relationships with donors and community supporters to ensure accessibility and expand impact
Champions a member-first approach. Develops initiatives to engage families, improve member satisfaction, and increase participation across programs
Collaborates with Association leadership to implement programs that address community needs, support family well-being, and foster youth leadership and inclusion
Works closely with the branch advisory board to drive strategic priorities, fundraising, and community advocacy
Oversees facility operations and improvements to provide a safe, welcoming, and high-quality environment for all members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit leadership, human services or related field
Minimum 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in the YMCA or a related nonprofit/community organization
Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development
Demonstrated success in fiscal management, staff leadership and relationship building
Proven track record in fundraising and community development
Passion for the Y's mission and commitment to serving families, youth and diverse communities
Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with employer contribution)
100% Employer Paid: Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Coverage
12% Employer Contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund
Phone Allowance
Company
Heart of the Valley YMCA
Heart of the Valley YMCA is an organization providing youth development education.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase