YMCA
Job Description
Join the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County as the next Executive Director for the West Suburban YMCA!
OPPORTUNITY: Proven leader invited to join the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County, a strong, progressive, and fiscally sound Mid Major YMCA association. West Suburban is a premier branch location with a $6M annual operating budget and a year-end net surplus. The branch is an updated facility focused on serving household memberships as a vibrant community gathering place. The Branch Executive Director role requires a demonstrated commitment to the success of board governance and staff development. This is an outstanding opportunity to grow professionally, surround yourself with dedicated leaders, and join a thriving YMCA association and branch.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direct supervision of the District Executive Director, the ideal candidate will direct the total operation of the branch including membership, programs, and facilities. In addition, lead board, staff and volunteer development, community relations, financial development, and collaborations in accordance with association policies, procedures, and strategy. A high level of enthusiasm and energy is required, as well as the ability to navigate through fast-paced and lofty expectations of a high-performing branch while aligning branch and association expectations.
Qualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field.
Five or more years of successful comprehensive management experience including leadership of full-time staff teams, facility management, board and fundraising efforts, and community outreach, preferably in a YMCA Association.
Ability to manage multiple departments while aligning all to overall goals of the association.
A strong business acumen is required in membership growth, program development and earned income production as it relates to expense control.
Ability to direct total operations through fiscal management, board relations, volunteer development, staff supervision and effective communication and leadership strategies.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community leaders and organizations; ability to recruit top community leaders and donors to the board positioning the Y as the premier community organization.
Verified success in fund raising is required.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Proven record of being a cause-driven leader.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 60 days of hire.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as a member of the Association Leadership team and supports the overall objectives of the association.
Manages the hiring, training, and supervision of exempt-level staff.
Responsible for all aspects of operations, including safety, facility management, program quality, and adherence to association guidelines and best practices.
Work in collaboration with the Operations Director of School Age and Camp, to ensure the branch supports the needs of school partnerships and offsite programming.
Directs, manages, and monitors the branch operating budget and meets or exceeds budget targets by growing membership, developing programs, and controlling expenses.
Coordinates the development of the branch Board of Managers and committees. Directs the volunteer activities (policy and program) of the branch.
Develops and implements the annual operating plan of the branch.
Leads the financial development activities of the branch including annual campaign and fundraising special events such as the Turkey Trot and Partners Golf Outing.
Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
Creates a culture of high-quality relationship-based member engagement strategies within a diverse population.
Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Works in conjunction with association marketing and communication staff efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community.
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OPPORTUNITY: Proven leader invited to join the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County, a strong, progressive, and fiscally sound Mid Major YMCA association. West Suburban is a premier branch location with a $6M annual operating budget and a year-end net surplus. The branch is an updated facility focused on serving household memberships as a vibrant community gathering place. The Branch Executive Director role requires a demonstrated commitment to the success of board governance and staff development. This is an outstanding opportunity to grow professionally, surround yourself with dedicated leaders, and join a thriving YMCA association and branch.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direct supervision of the District Executive Director, the ideal candidate will direct the total operation of the branch including membership, programs, and facilities. In addition, lead board, staff and volunteer development, community relations, financial development, and collaborations in accordance with association policies, procedures, and strategy. A high level of enthusiasm and energy is required, as well as the ability to navigate through fast-paced and lofty expectations of a high-performing branch while aligning branch and association expectations.
Qualifications EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field.
Five or more years of successful comprehensive management experience including leadership of full-time staff teams, facility management, board and fundraising efforts, and community outreach, preferably in a YMCA Association.
Ability to manage multiple departments while aligning all to overall goals of the association.
A strong business acumen is required in membership growth, program development and earned income production as it relates to expense control.
Ability to direct total operations through fiscal management, board relations, volunteer development, staff supervision and effective communication and leadership strategies.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community leaders and organizations; ability to recruit top community leaders and donors to the board positioning the Y as the premier community organization.
Verified success in fund raising is required.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Proven record of being a cause-driven leader.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 60 days of hire.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as a member of the Association Leadership team and supports the overall objectives of the association.
Manages the hiring, training, and supervision of exempt-level staff.
Responsible for all aspects of operations, including safety, facility management, program quality, and adherence to association guidelines and best practices.
Work in collaboration with the Operations Director of School Age and Camp, to ensure the branch supports the needs of school partnerships and offsite programming.
Directs, manages, and monitors the branch operating budget and meets or exceeds budget targets by growing membership, developing programs, and controlling expenses.
Coordinates the development of the branch Board of Managers and committees. Directs the volunteer activities (policy and program) of the branch.
Develops and implements the annual operating plan of the branch.
Leads the financial development activities of the branch including annual campaign and fundraising special events such as the Turkey Trot and Partners Golf Outing.
Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
Creates a culture of high-quality relationship-based member engagement strategies within a diverse population.
Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Works in conjunction with association marketing and communication staff efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community.
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