OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life through our culture. At 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 and create spaces where people can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value people and embrace individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in the potential of people to grow, lead and become catalysts for change.
We are nurturing: we support individuals throughout their journey to reach their full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with our people.
Our culture is not a People & Culture initiative; it is how we lead, serve, develop talent, make decisions and deliver on the YMCA's mission.
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Division of Duties
- 60% - Supervision of day-to-day operations of the assigned YMCA, including membership engagement and retention, aquatic and sports programming, youth and family programs, and teen programming
- 20% - Leadership of Annual Giving Campaign
- 20% - Board and staff development
Priorities
- 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
- Board and staff development
- Relationship development with community partnerships
Budget and Financial Performance
- 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
Program Development and Membership Engagement
- 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 the 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
Team Performance Toward Organizational Goals
- Development and supervision of the Family Center operations
- 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
Fundraising
- Provides leadership and is accountable for achieving annual support (Annual Giving) campaign
Professional Development
- 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
