Executive Director

YMCA Of South Hampton Roads•Chesapeake, VA

21d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

WHY WORK FOR THE YMCA OF SOUTH HAMPTON ROADS? Take the next step in your career with this rewarding opportunity to join the YMCA of South Hampton Roads as an Executive Director. The historical attractions of Richmond and the resort city of Outer Banks, NC are only a short drive away. The YMCA of South Hampton Roads association is recognized as a cutting-edge leader in the YMCA movement. The association serves the communities of: Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore of Virginia, Outer Banks, and Elizabeth City, North Carolina at its 26 locations. Excellent benefits package includes leadership development opportunities and training to secure a promising future for our employees and our association. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. As a part of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of Operations, the Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the assigned location. This position provides Cause-Driven leadership in staff supervision, volunteer management, fiscal management, financial development, membership and program administration, facility & equipment stewardship, community relations and personal-professional development.

Requirements

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Multi-Team Leader)
Communication & Influence
Fiscal Management
Engaging Community
Strong business operations background with a proven track record for producing growth, annual giving and strong financial management
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in Human Services, Business Management, or equivalent
Five or more years of successful management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency in the health & wellness, business or related field
Supervision of full and part-time employees and accountability for annual budget exceeding $1 million
Ability to lead assigned operations including staff development and supervision, development and monitoring of budgets, membership and program development, financial development, marketing and public relations, board and volunteer development
Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred
Requires a person of maturity and good judgment who can operate with a minimum of guidance from the Vice President of Operations
Requires ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment, to assess facts and issues, and make non-routine decisions regarding day-to-day operational problems and issues
Requires effective team-building and team-leadership skills
Must maintain cooperative, functional relationships with senior leadership team, peers, and subordinates
Must maintain positive, energetic attitude toward YMCA work, goals, and values
Must have ability to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, and to travel as needed for operational management, including on-site presence in managing major operational problems
Must have superior oral and written communication skills and the ability to respond to a wide variety of constituencies, including staff, volunteers, members, program participants, vendors, community leaders, etc.
Performs the duties of direct reports as needed
Physically able to complete required job functions, including use of hands, arms, fingers, able to talk and hear, use a computer, sit and stand, regularly move/lift to 50 pounds, enter all YMCA environments (office spaces, indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas, fitness areas, pool and pool space, camping areas, unimproved outdoor locations and other program areas)
Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multitasking
Physically able to complete required certifications
Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. The requirements may include a background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check.
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license checks, CPS, criminal background checks, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

Nice To Haves

YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred

Responsibilities

Supervision of the day-to-day operations of the assigned YMCA, including membership engagement and retention, aquatic and sports programming, youth and family programs, and teen programming
Leadership of Annual Giving Campaign
Board and staff development
Supervision of all the day-to-day operations of the assigned location
Develop, manage, and achieve the budget expectations with an emphasis on Membership growth, Child Care, Program Development, Personal Training Revenue, Sports and Aquatic programming, Community Relations and Fundraising
Responsible for raising funds, based on need & expectation
Develops, manages, and monitors center operating budgets to meet or exceed targets. Initiates and manages adjustments to the budget to assure a balanced operation and submits reports on current operations
Implements Association membership strategies that support recruitment of new members and retention of existing members. Creates a member-focused culture and models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Uses YMCA “listen first” skills to understand and respond to the needs, wants, and interests of members. Fosters a climate of innovation and resolves problems to ensure member satisfaction
Develops long-range plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives. Monitors the achievements of these objectives and exercises appropriate action to assure the achievements of these objectives are of the highest quality programs and services
Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community by developing positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities
Ensures safety, cleanliness, and function of all related facilities and equipment
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and leads employees and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Responsible for supervision of exempt and non-exempt employees
Ensures all program operations are consistent with association procedures, including emergency, insurance, accident, purchasing, personnel, accounting, and other administrative systems
Provides leadership and is accountable for achieving annual support (Annual Giving) campaign
Provides leadership to the Board of Managers and related committees
Incorporates character development within the activities of the YMCA
Assists in all areas as assigned by supervisor