Branch Executive Director

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA•Princeton, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Chief Operations Officer, the Branch Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations and programs of the Princeton YMCA branch, including membership, marketing, programs, facilities and equipment’s, risk management, fiscal management, volunteers, staff development, social responsibility initiatives, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
Six or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
CPR and First Aid certifications required

Nice To Haves

YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification

Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the Association Leadership Team and supports the overall strategy of Greater Somerset County YMCA.
Serves as a steward to the development of the branch board and committees. Directs the volunteer activities, policy and program of the branch
Drives all financial development activities including but not limited to all aspects of the branch annual campaign.
Represents and promotes the YMCA publicly with a clear focus on developing positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
Recruits, hires, trains, develop and directs branch employees and volunteers.
Develops, manages, and monitors the branch and service area operating budgets and meets or exceeds budget targets.
Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch and service area.
Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and service area mission, goals, and strategies
Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
Ensures the cleanliness and safety of branch facilities in partnership with branch facilities staff to assure high standards of maintenance, safety and cleanliness.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

FREE family membership to Greater Somerset County YMCA, including full access to all of our branch facilities including Bridgewater YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Princeton YMCA, Somerset Hills YMCA, and Somerville YMCA.
FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country
Discounted program fees
Paid sick leave and short-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous 12% retirement contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after eligibility period (no employee contribution required)
Medical and dental insurance with prescription coverage
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account for medical and/or dependent care
100% contribution towards life insurance and long-term disability
Optional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
403(b) Smart Savings Plan
Generous paid time off policy
7 paid holidays