Associate Executive Director

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking an Associate Executive Director to oversee daily operations at a YMCA location while aligning with branch and association goals. You will lead staff, volunteers and member engagement, and ensure high-quality programs and services in the community.

You will manage budgets, develop programs, and build partnerships, modeling the CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY values that define our culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years progressive departmental management experience or 6+ years of progressive departmental management experience
• 2+ direct people management experience
• Experience managing a budget
• Skills in program development, human resources management, financial management, facility management, and coaching/leading staff, members and volunteers
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Must pass and maintain CPR certification within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of YMCA location(s) and support strategic goals
• Lead member involvement, enrollment growth, and volunteerism
• Develop and manage branch budgets and ensure budget goals are met
• Provide staff development and training programs
• Develop, maintain, and prepare reports for staff and committees
• Lead the branch strategy to meet Metro-wide goals
• Supervise staff and volunteers and foster a positive culture

Skills

Employee development

Volunteer development

Budget management

Staff coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Education/Health/Community development

Job description

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

Nature And Scope

Under the direction of the Vice President/Branch Executive Director, the Associate Executive Director conducts and administers facility functions. This position is primarily responsible for supervising the daily operations and organizational leadership for specific YMCA location(s) and for the successful achievement of association and branch strategic goals. This position does not have Board of Directors nor Why It Matters Campaign responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, But Not Limited To)

• Responsible for the operation of a Y location supporting the strategic direction of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta while modeling the behavioral values established by the Association.
• Lead member involvement and relationship building strategies to increase participation, enrollment, and volunteerism.
• Represent and promote the Y in the local community by developing strategic, positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Develop, grow, and direct high quality, innovative, relationship-based member engagement strategies which meet the needs of our members and community.
• Assist in developing and controlling branch budgets and is responsible for maintaining budget goals.
• Provide training programs for new and current personnel and carry primary responsibility for all departmental staff development.
• Develop, maintain, and prepare reports for staff, committees,
• Responsible for approval of expenses, emergency decisions, and issues which require immediate attention.
• Lead the strategic positioning of the branch to meet the goals of the Metro-wide strategic plan.
• Effectively supervise and develop branch staff and volunteers and build an exceptional culture to motivate them to achieve their personal and professional goals.
• Responsible for facility management and maintenance to ensure high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Maintain required safety and training certifications, Emergency Action Plans, SDS Manuals, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years progressive departmental management experience or 6+ years of progressive departmental management experience
• 2+ direct people management experience
• Strong employee and volunteer development experience
• Experience managing a budget
• Skills and ability in program development and delivery, human resources management, financial management, facility management, and in coaching and leading staff, members, and volunteers.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality
• Hands on experience with utilizing data to make informed decisions
• Must be able to pass and maintain CPR certification within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment

Preferred Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is in education, health sciences, community development or related field
• Prior budget responsibilities
• 2+ years of experience with the YMCA or closely related non-profit
• 4+ years supervisory experience

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

Decatur Dekalb Family YMCA