YMCA of the USA
President and CEO – Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA (Luzerne County, Pennsylvania).
The Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and visionary leader to make a lasting impact at a mission-driven YMCA serving a dynamic and growing region. The CEO will lead with purpose, developing and executing a clear strategic plan that strengthens operations, deepens community partnerships, and ensures financial stability. The CEO will champion fiscal discipline, drive operational excellence, and elevate the YMCA’s visibility as a vital community partner.
About the YMCA The Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA is an inclusive organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of children, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. With eight convenient locations across Luzerne County—including Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Hazleton, Freeland, Mountaintop, Bear Creek, and Forty Fort—we serve over 15,000 people annually.
Mission To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Key Strategic Initiatives
Improve Scale and Efficiency of Flagship Programs
Enhance Leadership and Organizational Development Practices
Improve Brand, Communication, and Storytelling
Win the Family Unit
Maintain Financial Discipline for Long‑Term Sustainability
Responsibilities
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan:
Work effectively with the Board, volunteers, community leaders, and key staff to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses community needs and includes clear implementation plans with measurable goals.
Improve Operating Performance:
Engage the board and staff to develop annual tactical plans, address issues proactively, forecast future needs, and manage Y operations and activities.
Fiscal Management:
Use high‑level financial analysis to forecast trends, grow earned revenue, control costs, and guide departments toward financial success.
Position the Y as a Vital Community Partner:
Serve as an ambassador for the mission, cultivate relationships with stakeholders, and uphold the highest standards of values.
Build and Lead Staff:
Establish a talent development system, hire, motivate, and retain staff, and promote diversity and inclusion.
Steward Fundraising Efforts:
Develop an annual fundraising plan, engage members, volunteers, staff, and donors, and advance capital fundraising initiatives.
Maintenance and Development of Facilities:
Ensure facilities are well‑maintained, structurally sound, and ready for program participants, and lead capital development projects as needed.
Qualifications
Accredited 4‑year college degree or equivalent experience.
Proven fiscal management with annual budgets over $9,000,000.
Minimum of seven years in a senior management role with comparable organization or YMCA.
Ability to develop and strengthen community relationships.
Experience developing innovative programs and assessing their economic viability.
Strategic planning and fundraising experience, including annual campaigns and grant procurement.
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to obtain within three years.
Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $150,000 to $165,000 annually, with potential performance‑based bonus for meeting strategic plan objectives.
YMCA Retirement plan (5% paid by Y, 3% by employee) after eligibility
YMCA 403B savings account 100% employee contribution
Health plan with employer and employee cost sharing
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
Other benefits per personnel policy.
Residency Expectation Candidate must reside within the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA service territory (Luzerne County, Northeastern Pennsylvania).
Search Process Dates
Resumes accepted through: December 18, 2025
Preliminary interviews scheduled: January 27, 2026 (Virtual)
In‑person interviews: February 17 and 18, 2026
CEO selection made: Week of February 23, 2026
New CEO anticipated to start: April 1, 2026
Application Process Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format via the online application at https://tinyurl.com/greater-wy-valley-ymca-ceo. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. Candidates advancing to final interviews must submit six references (four professional, two personal). All final candidates must complete a background check and obtain a current Y‑USA Organizational Leader Certification or achieve it within the first three years.
Contact Shea Boschee, YMCA of the USA CEO Search, shea.boschee@ymca.org, 312‑419‑8363.
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The Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and visionary leader to make a lasting impact at a mission-driven YMCA serving a dynamic and growing region. The CEO will lead with purpose, developing and executing a clear strategic plan that strengthens operations, deepens community partnerships, and ensures financial stability. The CEO will champion fiscal discipline, drive operational excellence, and elevate the YMCA’s visibility as a vital community partner.
About the YMCA The Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA is an inclusive organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of children, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. With eight convenient locations across Luzerne County—including Wilkes-Barre, Pittston, Hazleton, Freeland, Mountaintop, Bear Creek, and Forty Fort—we serve over 15,000 people annually.
Mission To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Key Strategic Initiatives
Improve Scale and Efficiency of Flagship Programs
Enhance Leadership and Organizational Development Practices
Improve Brand, Communication, and Storytelling
Win the Family Unit
Maintain Financial Discipline for Long‑Term Sustainability
Responsibilities
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan:
Work effectively with the Board, volunteers, community leaders, and key staff to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses community needs and includes clear implementation plans with measurable goals.
Improve Operating Performance:
Engage the board and staff to develop annual tactical plans, address issues proactively, forecast future needs, and manage Y operations and activities.
Fiscal Management:
Use high‑level financial analysis to forecast trends, grow earned revenue, control costs, and guide departments toward financial success.
Position the Y as a Vital Community Partner:
Serve as an ambassador for the mission, cultivate relationships with stakeholders, and uphold the highest standards of values.
Build and Lead Staff:
Establish a talent development system, hire, motivate, and retain staff, and promote diversity and inclusion.
Steward Fundraising Efforts:
Develop an annual fundraising plan, engage members, volunteers, staff, and donors, and advance capital fundraising initiatives.
Maintenance and Development of Facilities:
Ensure facilities are well‑maintained, structurally sound, and ready for program participants, and lead capital development projects as needed.
Qualifications
Accredited 4‑year college degree or equivalent experience.
Proven fiscal management with annual budgets over $9,000,000.
Minimum of seven years in a senior management role with comparable organization or YMCA.
Ability to develop and strengthen community relationships.
Experience developing innovative programs and assessing their economic viability.
Strategic planning and fundraising experience, including annual campaigns and grant procurement.
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to obtain within three years.
Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $150,000 to $165,000 annually, with potential performance‑based bonus for meeting strategic plan objectives.
YMCA Retirement plan (5% paid by Y, 3% by employee) after eligibility
YMCA 403B savings account 100% employee contribution
Health plan with employer and employee cost sharing
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
Other benefits per personnel policy.
Residency Expectation Candidate must reside within the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA service territory (Luzerne County, Northeastern Pennsylvania).
Search Process Dates
Resumes accepted through: December 18, 2025
Preliminary interviews scheduled: January 27, 2026 (Virtual)
In‑person interviews: February 17 and 18, 2026
CEO selection made: Week of February 23, 2026
New CEO anticipated to start: April 1, 2026
Application Process Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format via the online application at https://tinyurl.com/greater-wy-valley-ymca-ceo. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. Candidates advancing to final interviews must submit six references (four professional, two personal). All final candidates must complete a background check and obtain a current Y‑USA Organizational Leader Certification or achieve it within the first three years.
Contact Shea Boschee, YMCA of the USA CEO Search, shea.boschee@ymca.org, 312‑419‑8363.
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