Branch Executive Director - Hillcrest YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team•Lyndhurst, OH

About The Position

The Branch Executive Director supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role oversees the total operation of assigned YMCA branch(es), including fiscal management, safety, membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations, and collaboration with community agencies. The director leads branch planning and operations, develops and monitors budgets and fundraising activities, promotes member-focused programs, and maintains a culture of safety. The role also represents the YMCA in the local community and contributes to the objectives of the broader YMCA organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 6 years of management experience.
At least 5 years of experience managing and developing volunteer involvement.
CPR and First Aid certification, and safety training, required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively using a computer and phone or smart device.
Ability to direct operations through volunteer development, staff supervision, budget development and monitoring, marketing and public relations, and program development.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
Commitment to the YMCA mission and cause, and ability to uphold its values and ethics.
Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect and follow the required reporting process.
Ability to use a computer for extended periods, sit and reach frequently, and move around the work environment.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to work in a moderately noisy to noisy environment and multitask in a changing environment.
May be required to work outside and occasionally encounter inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

YMCA or other nonprofit agency experience preferred.
Experience in fundraising and board development preferred.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate development of assigned branch(es) boards and committees.
Direct volunteer policy and program activities for assigned branch(es).
Develop, manage, and monitor branch operating budgets and meet or exceed budget targets.
Direct branch financial development activities and ensure annual campaign targets are met or exceeded.
Support revenue growth by fostering innovation and developing member-focused programs aligned with the YMCA mission, goals, and strategies.
Create and maintain a culture of safety at assigned branch(es), overseeing day-to-day safety practices and ensuring they follow procedures and protocols.
Develop and direct relationship-based member engagement strategies, modeling relationship-building with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
Represent and promote the YMCA locally; build positive relationships with organizations, businesses, governmental entities, and community agencies.
Oversee hiring, training, development, and supervision of staff.
Direct branch strategic planning and develop the annual operating plan.
Ensure the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Direct branch marketing and communications to effectively communicate the YMCA’s benefit to the community.
Serve as a member of YMCA management and support the organization’s overall objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.