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Summary:

Provides executive leadership to the YMCA and, in partnership with the Board of Directors, is responsible for its strategic direction and success. Leads the organization in achieving its mission, including overseeing its financial stability, community and philanthropic relations, staffing, development, and operations, under the policies, directives and guidelines established by the Board of Directors.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides support and leadership to the Board of Directors as its executive officer, implements its policies, plans and directives, and reports to the Board on matters affecting the welfare of the Association. Acts as a resource to the Board and its committees on policy development, planning and financial development and helps Board members understand and appreciate their role and responsibilities. 2. Provides top leadership to the organization's philanthropic efforts, maximizing community partnerships, engaging volunteers, and cultivating and soliciting top donors and community leaders. Interprets the purpose and programs of the Association. 3. Oversees YMCA operations and programs. Works with the Board and staff to anticipate and address community needs. Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs. Spearheads the development, communication and implementation of effective strategies and processes. 4. Directs the staff to carry out initiatives, assignments and programs under the approved strategic plan and annual budget. Ensures a positive workplace culture and effective staff organization. 5. Directs the development of the strategic plan and assures the accomplishment of organizational goals and objectives. 6. Communicates and collaborates with government, schools, other not-for profits, corporations and other organizations in the community. Interprets the work of the YMCA to the community and ensures its mission, vision, values and goals are understood. 7. Develops and maintains excellent relationships within the community and the Association, as well as within the state, regional, national and international YMCA movements. 8. Provides leadership in securing needed resources for current operations, capital improvement, community development and long-range financial stability. Oversees the long-range development of the Association's resources. 9. Recommends annual budget for Board approval. Ensures prudent fiscal management, reporting and controls. Oversees financial operations.

NOTE:

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. YMCA Competencies (Organizational Leader):

Volunteerism:

Leads a culture of volunteerism ensuring engagement, inclusion, and ownership.

Philanthropy:

Leads a culture of philanthropy.

Relationships:

Initiates the development of relationships with influential leaders to impact and strengthen the community.

Influence:

Is recognized as an inspirational community leader who navigates complex political and social circles with ease.

Decision-Making:

Possesses penetrating insight and strong strategic and critical thinking skills.

Emotional Maturity:

Shares authority and demonstrates courage and humility.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human services or related area; related graduate degree preferred.

Ten or more years broad management experience, preferably in the YMCA and/or not-for-profit sector, including strategic planning, board and volunteer development, philanthropic development, and multi-site operations.

YMCA Organizational Leader certificate required within three years from date of hire.

Insight and skill to effectively lead a voluntary, not-for-profit organization within a complex internal and external environment.

Demonstrated experience in community relations, financial development, financial management, and board and volunteer development.

Ability to attract, retain, lead and motivate quality staff and volunteer leadership.

Knowledge and understanding of community resources and the ability to engage and partner these resources with the YMCA to meet strategic objectives.

Must be regarded as a peer to other top-level community leaders.

Must have commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics.

Must be an articulate spokesperson on behalf of the YMCA.Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

An understanding of the national and international relationships of the YMCA is preferred.