Executive Director

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4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $ Annually

Position Overview

The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy (MEWSA) is seeking an accomplished, community-minded, and forward-thinking Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of one of our branches.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to build upon the YMCA of MEWSA's longstanding community impact, strengthen organizational performance, cultivate meaningful partnerships, and lead a talented team of professionals and volunteers in advancing our mission.

As a leading nonprofit, charitable organization, the YMCA of MEWSA is committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Executive Director serves as a visible ambassador and steward of our mission, championing an inclusive, welcoming, and engaging environment where individuals and families of all backgrounds can thrive.

This position works collaboratively with executive leadership, staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance organizational priorities and deliver meaningful results.

Essential Functions

Branch Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Provide strategic and mission-driven leadership for all aspects of branch operations.
• Translate Association-wide strategic priorities into actionable branch goals.
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, program expansion, and enhanced community impact.
• Monitor branch performance, establish accountability, and drive continuous improvement.

Program Operations & Department Management

• Provide oversight of branch programs and daily operations, ensuring high-quality, mission-aligned experiences for members and staff.
• Lead and develop department leaders, establishing clear expectations, performance standards, and accountability.
• Evaluate program effectiveness, member engagement, participation trends, and service delivery.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and service excellence.
• Ensure facilities, grounds, equipment, and programs meet established standards for safety and operational excellence.
• Lead the branch's annual campaign and financial development efforts, building a culture of philanthropy and community investment.
• Inspire staff and volunteers to embrace their role as ambassadors and advocates for the YMCA of MEWSA.

Fiscal Management

• Provide comprehensive oversight of branch financial performance.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets.

Community Relations & Strategic Partnerships

• Serve as a visible and engaged representative of the YMCA of MEWSA within the community.
• Build and sustain meaningful relationships with local community leaders.
• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships and collaborative programming.
• Champion our charitable mission and communicate its community benefit and impact to members and staff.

Board Support – To be developed

• Partner with Association leadership and volunteer leadership to support effective branch governance and advisory committee engagement.
• Cultivate productive relationships with board and committee members, ensuring alignment around organizational priorities and community impact.
• Support the recruitment, orientation, engagement, and development of branch volunteers.
• Reinforce clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability among the Association Board, branch advisory committees, management, staff, and volunteers.
• Actively contribute to Association-wide strategic initiatives, leadership discussions, and organizational priorities.
• Collaborate across branches and departments.
• Represent the YMCA of MEWSA at…