BRANCH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Branch Executive Director at the Midtown YMCA to steward the Y’s mission and protect its brand within the community. The role oversees operations, volunteer and staff development, and collaboration with stakeholders during a capital campaign and campus renovation.

Lead budgeting, program expansion, and engagement strategies, while directing fundraising activities including annual and capital campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree requirement in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
• YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred.
• Two or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
• Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, branch budgeting, marketing and program development.
• Experience in volunteer involvement management; ability to recruit community leaders.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups from all social and economic segments.
• Proven track record of building authentic relationships with others and with community organizations.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a diverse advisory board and recruits volunteers for the branch.
• Builds bridges within the community to ensure access for all segments.
• Communicates the Y's community impact to staff, volunteers, members and leaders.
• Manages budgeting to meet top priorities and targets.
• Directs member engagement strategies and program expansion aligned with the mission.
• Oversees Annual Campaign and capital campaigns at the branch.
• Directs branch strategic planning and annual operating plan.
• Oversees hiring, training and supervision of staff.
• Fosters innovation to develop member-focused programs.
• Ensures safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities and grounds.
• Oversees construction, renovation, or facility improvements.

Skills

Volunteerism

Developing Others

Engaging Community

Fiscal Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Branch Executive Director at the Midtown YMCA stewards the Y’s cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community.

The Executive Director oversees the operation of the Y and participates in volunteer and staff development, financial development, and collaboration with community stakeholders. This location is in the final phase of a capital campaign and undergoing full renovation which will expand our entire campus adding an aquatics center, wellness center, youth play spaces and outdoor gymnasium. Come join our team!

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains a diverse advisory committee of the Board of Directors that actively support the Y’s goals and strategic plans. Recruits, selects, and develops diverse volunteers for the branch board. Clarifies and reinforces the division of roles and responsibilities between Corporate Board, management or advisory boards, staff, and general volunteers.
2. Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
3. Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders) develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
4. Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
5. Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in alignment with the YMCA’s mission, strategic plan, objectives and serves on the senior leadership team.
6. Directs the financial development activities of the branch, including the YMCA’s Annual Campaign and any capital campaigns related to that branch.
7. Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
8. Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
9. Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
10. Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
11. Oversees any construction, renovation, or facility improvement projects on facility property.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Volunteerism
• Developing Others
• Engaging Community
• Fiscal Management

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
• YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred.
• Two or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
• Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
• Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with other individuals and community organizations.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, must be able to see and hear, and respond in any emergency situations.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

++CPR & First Aid++ — Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.

++Emergency Response++ — Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

++Incident Management++ — Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.

++Safe Environment++ — Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard‑free environment for all staff, members, and participants.

++Physical Readiness++ — Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

++Compliance++ — Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

++Reasonable Accommodation Statement:++ The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.

Job Title: BRANCH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

FLSA Status: Non – Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $75,553 – $94,442 / Year

Revision Date: 10/23/26

++Equal Opportunity Employer:++ The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.