Branch Executive Director

YMCA of Southeastern NC•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

The Branch Executive Director at the Midtown YMCA supports the YMCA’s mission to strengthen communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role stewards the YMCA’s cause and protects its brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization. The Executive Director oversees branch operations and participates in volunteer and staff development, financial development, and collaboration with community stakeholders. The Midtown YMCA is in the final phase of a capital campaign and undergoing a full renovation that will expand the campus with an aquatics center, wellness center, youth play spaces, and an outdoor gymnasium. The Director serves on the senior leadership team and directs branch planning, programs, facilities, staff, and financial development in alignment with the YMCA’s mission and strategic objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services, social services, business, or equivalent.
Two or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, staff supervision, branch budget development and monitoring, marketing and public relations, and program development.
Experience managing and developing volunteer involvement and ability to recruit top community leaders.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people across social and economic segments of the community.
Proven ability to develop authentic relationships with individuals and community organizations.
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire; must be able to complete and maintain certification.
Ability to use a computer for extended periods and communicate using a computer and phone or smart device.
Ability to move around the work environment, occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds, and see, hear, and respond in emergency situations.
Ability to identify emergencies and respond according to established procedures; report safety incidents and hazards; and follow YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and applicable state and local regulations.

Nice To Haves

YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification.
Management experience in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.

Responsibilities

Maintain a diverse branch advisory committee that actively supports YMCA goals and strategic plans.
Recruit, select, and develop diverse volunteers for the branch board.
Clarify and reinforce the roles and responsibilities of the Corporate Board, management or advisory boards, staff, and general volunteers.
Build community connections so all segments of society have access to the YMCA.
Communicate the YMCA’s community benefit and impact to staff, volunteers, members, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
Develop positive working and collaborative relationships with organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
Manage the budgeting process, direct resources to priorities and strategic objectives, and ensure operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
Develop and direct member engagement strategies and high-quality programs that support branch and association goals.
Plan program and service expansion in alignment with the YMCA’s mission and strategic plan.
Direct branch financial development, including the Annual Campaign and branch-related capital campaigns.
Direct branch strategic planning and develop the annual operating plan.
Oversee staff hiring, training, development, and supervision.
Foster innovation in member-focused programs that support the YMCA’s mission, goals, and strategies.
Ensure the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
Oversee construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects on YMCA property.