Center Executive Director

YMCA
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Are you looking for more than a job and a passion to impact your community? The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is the perfect place for you.
Job Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the direction of the CEO and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Interim Center Executive Director oversees the total operation of the Tidelands Georgetown Center, including membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations, and collaborations with community stakeholders.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
  • YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred.
  • Six or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
  • Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of center budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
  • Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  • Proven record of accomplishment with developing authentic relationships with others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
  • Commitment to inclusion and compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Child Abuse Prevention supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
    • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor.
    • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
    • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
  • CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and assigned Redwoods trainings within 30 days of hire date.
Essential Functions
  • Develops, manages, and monitors the $900K-$1.5M operating budget so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.
  • Maintains diverse advisory councils that actively support the Y’s goals and strategic plans. Recruits, selects, and develops diverse volunteers for the branch board. Clarifies and reinforces the division of roles and responsibilities between corporate boards, management or advisory boards, staff, and general volunteers.
  • Develops and directs high-quality member engagement strategies and programs that support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team.
  • Implements best-practice strategies to gain/maintain competitive advantages, increase membership and program participation, reduce costs, and increase efficiency and quality using benchmarking, forecasting, weekly dashboards, and other performance monitoring techniques.
  • Effectively communicates the community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders). Develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
  • Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
  • Directs the Annual Giving Campaign activities of the branch.
  • Oversees the hiring, training, development, and supervision of staff.
  • Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs that support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
  • Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
  • Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
  • All other duties as assigned. 
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
  • Volunteerism
  • Engaging Community
  • Fiscal Management
  • Membership and Program Growth
  • Fund Development