Associate Executive Director

The Associate Executive Director is responsible for leading center operations
, including program development, membership growth, staff supervision, marketing, community engagement, and strategic initiatives. This role provides leadership to Program Directors and positions the YMCA as a vital community asset supporting youth development
, healthy living
, and social responsibility
.

This is a high‑impact leadership role requiring strong operational management, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire teams while advancing the YMCA mission.

• Emergency Response Leadership — Designated as a First Responder in emergencies.
• Budget Management — Manages center budget, income targets, and expense control in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Staff Supervision — Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates Program Directors and center staff.
• Strategic Leadership — Sets and communicates a clear vision aligned with YMCA mission and goals.
• Program Evaluation — Evaluates existing programs and leads development of new initiatives aligned with strategic priorities.
• Youth & Member Engagement — Provides leadership for youth, teen, outreach, and member engagement/retention initiatives.
• Policy & Committee Leadership — Guides program development, policies, and committees to align with center and association goals.
• Marketing & Public Relations — Supports strategic planning, marketing, public relations, and promotional efforts.
• Community Engagement — Leads annual campaign efforts and builds community partnerships and events.
• Facility Operations — Oversees scheduling, equipment, and financial assistance processes.
• Staff Development — Ensures staff development, reporting, administration, and integration of YMCA core values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support YMCA mission and operations.
• Effective planning, promotion, and achievement of program goals
• Strong fiscal management with income growth and expense control
• Continued growth in budget, membership, and program enrollment
• High levels of member and participant satisfaction
• Annual development of new initiatives
• Effective member engagement strategies that deepen staff, volunteer, and member involvement
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience
• Ability to develop and maintain high‑quality programs
• Strong organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills
• Knowledge of fiscal management, program planning, member services, sales, personnel management, training, public relations, and fundraising
• Completion of all position‑specific YMCA training within established deadlines
• Free Household YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• 20 Hours Per Week of Free Child Care
• Flexible Hours and Scheduling
• Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Discounted YMCA Program Fees
• Professional Development and Leadership Training
• Submit your application online through the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis career portal:
  Apply for the Associate Executive Director Position

The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all.