YMCA of the USA
YMCA of Telford - Chief Executive Officer
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Address: 1100 E Main Street, Richmond, KY 40475
The Telford YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. We work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.
THE OPPORTUNITY AT THE TELFORD YMCA The Telford Community Center YMCA is seeking an experienced and mission‑driven leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well‑established, community‑focused YMCA that has been serving Richmond and Madison County since 1986.
The CEO will be a collaborative and visible leader who can build strong relationships across the community, inspire staff and volunteers, and position the Y for long‑term sustainability. The next CEO will strengthen partnerships with the City of Richmond, United Way of the Bluegrass, and other key stakeholders to ensure the YMCA remains a vital hub for health, youth development, and community connection in Madison County.
With an annual budget of $1.37 million, a dedicated staff team, and a deep commitment to the Y’s mission, the Telford Community Center YMCA is poised for continued growth and impact under new leadership.
Key Skills And Abilities Of Our Next CEO The board believes its new CEO should be an experienced leader who has the background and qualities that will permit him or her to achieve excellence in the following roles:
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y, including defined organizational strategies, a clear implementation plan with deliverables, and measurable goals. Key competencies: Change Leadership, Communication & Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Program/Project Management.
Build and Lead Staff: Ensure a talent development system is in place and executed effectively with cultural competence. Hire, motivate, nurture, retain, and hold staff accountable for key objectives. Encourage the team by creating a spirit of camaraderie, inclusion, and sense of mission and purpose. Create a learning organization to help staff achieve their highest potential. Key competencies: Developing Self & Others, Inclusion, Emotional Maturity, Change Leadership.
Position the Y as a Vital Partner for Community Change: Serve as an ambassador for the mission, purpose, and vision for the YMCA within the community. Possess the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, while always upholding the highest standards and values of the Y. Ensure your Y is seen as a leading nonprofit, committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Key competencies: Communication & Influence, Engaging Community, Collaboration.
Fiscal Management: Use high‑level financial analysis to forecast financial trends, growth, and stability, while consistently leading the organization to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions while controlling costs. Empower and guide staff leaders to lead their departments to successful financial operation. Develop and implement stewardship strategies. Key competencies: Fiscal Management, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Developing Self & Others, Philanthropy.
Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that will establish the YMCA as a leading nonprofit organization within the community through the engagement of members, volunteers, staff, and donors. Identify the need for successful capital fundraising, while taking the organization to a new level of effectiveness and impact in annual giving and endowment. Key competencies: Philanthropy, Engaging Community, Communication & Influence.
About The Y Founded in 1986, the Telford Community Center YMCA has been a cornerstone of Richmond and Madison County for nearly four decades, a trusted community partner advancing health, youth development, and social responsibility.
Operating from a 42,000‑square‑foot facility featuring a gymnasium, two lap and warm‑water pools, racquetball courts, group fitness studios, and training spaces, the Y serves more than 4,400 members across diverse programs that promote connection, wellness, and belonging.
The Y’s signature offerings include youth and adult basketball, volleyball, swim lessons, swim team, group fitness, and personal training. Through the Afterschool Program, the Y empowers young people to develop leadership, confidence, and academic success.
Mission & Values To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
To strengthen the foundations of community and instill the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Culture: The Y Experience, Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing, Determined.
Salary & Benefits Salary Range: $70,000 annually.
YMCA Retirement: 5% paid by YMCA, 3% employee contribution (eligibility required)
YMCA 403(b) Savings Plan: 100% employee contribution
Health Plan: 80% paid by YMCA, 20% by employee
Paid Time Off: Per personnel policy
Additional benefits per personnel policy
Residency Expectation The CEO is expected to reside within the YMCA’s service area to maintain close community engagement.
Criteria for Candidates
Accredited 4‑year college degree or equivalent work experience.
Fiscally sound business management approach with a proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management of more than $XM or more annually.
Minimum seven years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related organization, with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees.
Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.
Have the ability to develop innovative programs, review and enhance programs being offered or considered for both economic and effectiveness in broadening engagement in the communities served.
Strategic planning and fundraising experience including annual campaigns and securing grants.
Fiscally sound business management approach.
A proven record of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to achieve within 3 years.
Search Process & Target Dates
Resumes accepted through: 1/5/26
Preliminary interviews scheduled: 2/16/26 & 2/17/26
In‑person interviews: 3/5/26 & 3/6/26
New CEO on board (anticipated): April 2026 (dates subject to change)
How To Apply Candidates must submit (pdf format only) the following in their online application: a resume and cover letter. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Candidates who advance to final interviews will need to submit six references (four professional and two personal). References are checked only with prior notification. Successful candidate accepting the offer must pass a background check and must have a current Y‑USA’s Organizational Leader Certification or obtain certification within the first three years from start date as the CEO. The YMCA’s personnel policies may require further screening.
Contact Grace Matos Director of Executive Leadership/CEO Search 312‑419‑6810
Chris Francis CEO KY/WV YMCA State Alliance 513‑526‑0029
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Address: 1100 E Main Street, Richmond, KY 40475
The Telford YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. We work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.
THE OPPORTUNITY AT THE TELFORD YMCA The Telford Community Center YMCA is seeking an experienced and mission‑driven leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well‑established, community‑focused YMCA that has been serving Richmond and Madison County since 1986.
The CEO will be a collaborative and visible leader who can build strong relationships across the community, inspire staff and volunteers, and position the Y for long‑term sustainability. The next CEO will strengthen partnerships with the City of Richmond, United Way of the Bluegrass, and other key stakeholders to ensure the YMCA remains a vital hub for health, youth development, and community connection in Madison County.
With an annual budget of $1.37 million, a dedicated staff team, and a deep commitment to the Y’s mission, the Telford Community Center YMCA is poised for continued growth and impact under new leadership.
Key Skills And Abilities Of Our Next CEO The board believes its new CEO should be an experienced leader who has the background and qualities that will permit him or her to achieve excellence in the following roles:
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y, including defined organizational strategies, a clear implementation plan with deliverables, and measurable goals. Key competencies: Change Leadership, Communication & Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Program/Project Management.
Build and Lead Staff: Ensure a talent development system is in place and executed effectively with cultural competence. Hire, motivate, nurture, retain, and hold staff accountable for key objectives. Encourage the team by creating a spirit of camaraderie, inclusion, and sense of mission and purpose. Create a learning organization to help staff achieve their highest potential. Key competencies: Developing Self & Others, Inclusion, Emotional Maturity, Change Leadership.
Position the Y as a Vital Partner for Community Change: Serve as an ambassador for the mission, purpose, and vision for the YMCA within the community. Possess the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, while always upholding the highest standards and values of the Y. Ensure your Y is seen as a leading nonprofit, committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Key competencies: Communication & Influence, Engaging Community, Collaboration.
Fiscal Management: Use high‑level financial analysis to forecast financial trends, growth, and stability, while consistently leading the organization to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions while controlling costs. Empower and guide staff leaders to lead their departments to successful financial operation. Develop and implement stewardship strategies. Key competencies: Fiscal Management, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Developing Self & Others, Philanthropy.
Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that will establish the YMCA as a leading nonprofit organization within the community through the engagement of members, volunteers, staff, and donors. Identify the need for successful capital fundraising, while taking the organization to a new level of effectiveness and impact in annual giving and endowment. Key competencies: Philanthropy, Engaging Community, Communication & Influence.
About The Y Founded in 1986, the Telford Community Center YMCA has been a cornerstone of Richmond and Madison County for nearly four decades, a trusted community partner advancing health, youth development, and social responsibility.
Operating from a 42,000‑square‑foot facility featuring a gymnasium, two lap and warm‑water pools, racquetball courts, group fitness studios, and training spaces, the Y serves more than 4,400 members across diverse programs that promote connection, wellness, and belonging.
The Y’s signature offerings include youth and adult basketball, volleyball, swim lessons, swim team, group fitness, and personal training. Through the Afterschool Program, the Y empowers young people to develop leadership, confidence, and academic success.
Mission & Values To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
To strengthen the foundations of community and instill the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Culture: The Y Experience, Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing, Determined.
Salary & Benefits Salary Range: $70,000 annually.
YMCA Retirement: 5% paid by YMCA, 3% employee contribution (eligibility required)
YMCA 403(b) Savings Plan: 100% employee contribution
Health Plan: 80% paid by YMCA, 20% by employee
Paid Time Off: Per personnel policy
Additional benefits per personnel policy
Residency Expectation The CEO is expected to reside within the YMCA’s service area to maintain close community engagement.
Criteria for Candidates
Accredited 4‑year college degree or equivalent work experience.
Fiscally sound business management approach with a proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management of more than $XM or more annually.
Minimum seven years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related organization, with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees.
Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.
Have the ability to develop innovative programs, review and enhance programs being offered or considered for both economic and effectiveness in broadening engagement in the communities served.
Strategic planning and fundraising experience including annual campaigns and securing grants.
Fiscally sound business management approach.
A proven record of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.
YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to achieve within 3 years.
Search Process & Target Dates
Resumes accepted through: 1/5/26
Preliminary interviews scheduled: 2/16/26 & 2/17/26
In‑person interviews: 3/5/26 & 3/6/26
New CEO on board (anticipated): April 2026 (dates subject to change)
How To Apply Candidates must submit (pdf format only) the following in their online application: a resume and cover letter. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Candidates who advance to final interviews will need to submit six references (four professional and two personal). References are checked only with prior notification. Successful candidate accepting the offer must pass a background check and must have a current Y‑USA’s Organizational Leader Certification or obtain certification within the first three years from start date as the CEO. The YMCA’s personnel policies may require further screening.
Contact Grace Matos Director of Executive Leadership/CEO Search 312‑419‑6810
Chris Francis CEO KY/WV YMCA State Alliance 513‑526‑0029
#J-18808-Ljbffr