Executive Director - Northwest & Ballentine YMCA
About The Position
The YMCA of Columbia is seeking a community-focused Executive Director to lead the Northwest Family Branch and Ballentine Family Branch. The role ensures successful branch operations, including facility development, membership and program development, volunteer and staff supervision, community relations, strategic local partnerships, annual fundraising campaigns, budgeting, and financial results. As a member of the association leadership team, the Executive Director oversees branch operations, financial performance, staff development, and strategic initiatives. The position leads the Annual Campaign across both branches, builds community partnerships, advances philanthropy, and supports membership and program growth. The role also oversees facility maintenance and development, volunteer engagement, branch advisory boards, and the selection, training, and supervision of staff and volunteers. The position is based at the Northwest Family YMCA in Irmo, South Carolina, and also oversees the operational performance and facility alignment of the Ballentine Family Branch. The physical demands include extended computer use, communication by computer and phone or smart device, sitting, reaching, moving around the work environment, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human services, business, social services, or equivalent.
- Proven track record in annual fundraising campaigns, donor cultivation, board development, and community engagement.
- Knowledge and experience in operations, including staff supervision and development, membership practices, program development and implementation, volunteerism, facility and property management, and financial practices.
- Understanding of the YMCA mission and cause and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
- Track record of building authentic, constructive relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
- Ability to handle multiple demands and priorities and achieve organizational objectives.
Nice To Haves
- Five or more years of professional experience in the YMCA or another nonprofit.
- YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification.
Responsibilities
- Direct the Northwest Family Branch and oversee the operational performance and facility alignment of the Ballentine Family Branch.
- Model relationship-building skills with staff, volunteers, members, local business partners, and civic leaders.
- Lead the planning, execution, and strategy of the YMCA Annual Campaign across both branches, including board engagement, donor stewardship, and staff campaign initiatives.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with local schools, civic organizations, corporate sponsors, and community leaders.
- Lead facility development, property maintenance, repairs, and upkeep at the assigned branches to meet member needs and safety, service, and security objectives.
- Coordinate the development of branch advisory boards and committees and engage local volunteer leaders in campaign efforts and community outreach.
- Direct and oversee volunteer activities, policies, and programs at both branches.
- Develop, manage, and monitor operating budgets and meet or exceed budget targets.
- Drive operational growth through program expansion, member recruitment and retention, pricing strategies, corporate sponsorships, and community collaborations.
- Meet annual contribution goals and participate in major capital initiatives.
- Oversee the selection, training, and supervision of branch staff and volunteers.
- Identify potential programming opportunities and work with staff to develop and implement programs.
- Foster innovation and lead staff in planning, developing, and implementing member-focused programs and community engagement activities.
- Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
