Executive Director

Responsibilities

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the COO, The Executive Director I will manage the day-to-day operations and leads innovations throughout their portfolio and through leadership of specialty initiatives in the organization.

Oversees the total operation of branch(es), including membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies. The Executive Director is expected to create a superior member experience, emphasize character development and to deliver the mission of the Crossroads YMCA.

• Bachelor's degree in human services, business, social services, or equivalent is required.
• Five or more years of professional experience in the YMCA or another nonprofit preferred.
• Possess appropriate knowledge, experience and self-guided nature capable of providing leadership in all aspects of operations, including team member supervision and development, successful membership practices, quality program development and implementation, volunteerism, facility and property management, financial management, human resources, risk management, marketing and public relations, utilizing technology to track and record progress and is open to approaches outside normal industry practices.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and team members.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community, track record of building authentic, constructive relationships with others.
• CPR/AED/First Aid and New Employee Orientation required with 30 days of hire.
• YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred.