Associate Executive Director

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Louisville, KY

1d•$65,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. The YMCA of Greater Louisville is a vibrant member of the YMCA North American Network, known as a mission-oriented, cause-driven organization. Improving the health and wellness of the community we serve and relationship building with members are high priorities. The Associate Executive Director, reporting directly to the Executive Director, is responsible for leading a dynamic, high-achieving staff team across Family Programming, Camp, Aquatics, Sports, and the Norton Commons Elementary School partnership programming, with the aim of delivering an exceptional experience for members and participants. The ideal candidate should be a goal-driven, results-focused leader who sets high standards for success and exceeds established goals. This role promotes a member-centered culture and exemplifies relationship-building skills in all interactions. The right candidate needs strong leadership skills to communicate and engage effectively with coworkers, members, associates, volunteers, donors, and the public. The preferred candidate should also have a demonstrated history of staff development, budget management, program growth and quality, community engagement, customer service focused on members, and fundraising. This is a key second-in-command leadership role with the opportunity to share branch strategy, develop future leaders, and directly influence community impact. The Associate Executive Director will play a critical role in driving membership growth, strengthening community partnerships, and building a high-performing, mission-driven team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services, recreation, business, or related field, plus three years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Three or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit healthy living agency.
Ability to direct assigned operations, including volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, and program development/management.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
CPR, First Aid & other program-specific certifications required upon or after hire.

Nice To Haves

YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a role model and advocate for the YMCA Mission, Promise, Values, Voice, and Strategic Vision.
Establish, with the branch leadership team, long-range plans for program growth and increase program quality, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives.
Provides leadership to Sr. Family Program Director, Aquatics Operations Director, Aquatics Program Director, and Youth Sports Director.
Support board development and lead in the annual fundraising campaign.
Represent and promote the YMCA within the local community and cultivate positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and government entities.
Develop and sustain collaborative partnerships with community agencies involved in service delivery.
Provides leadership in the areas of day-to-day operations of the branch.
Communicates across departments to provide a member-focused experience that results in increased member retention.
Recruit, hire, train, develop, and direct staff teams under your supervision.
Review and evaluate staff performance.
Develop strategies to motivate staff and reach goals.
Develop, manage, and monitor assigned operating budgets to meet or exceed targets.
Recommend budget adjustments to ensure balanced operations and submit reports on current operations.
Develop and lead effective member engagement strategies and programs that support the branch and Association's mission, goals, and strategies.
Practice active listening with members to build relationships, understand their goals and interests, and take the initiative to help them achieve those goals.
Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.