Branch Executive Director - Hillcrest YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team; Lyndhurst (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Lyndhurst, OH seeks a Branch Operations Leader to oversee total branch operations including fiscal management, safety, membership, programs, facilities, and staff development. The role directs annual budgeting, marketing, community relations, and collaborations with community agencies.

Responsibilities include leading volunteer programs, supervising staff, and driving fundraising campaigns while maintaining high-quality, safe facilities and programs for youth and families in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees branch operations and safety.
• Directs staff hiring, training, and development.
• Leads budgeting, financial management, and operating planning.
• Drives fundraising and annual campaign targets.
• Develops volunteer programs and board relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Volunteer development

Fundraising

Community relations

Safety & compliance

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Oversees the total operation of assigned YMCA branch(es), including fiscal management, safety, membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates the development of assigned branch(es) board and committees.
• Directs the volunteer activities (policy and program) of assigned branch(es).
• Develops, manages, and monitors assigned branch(es) operating budget and meet or exceeds budget targets.
• Directs the financial development activities of assigned branch(es) and ensures annual campaign targets are met/exceeded.
• Ensures revenue growth through a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
• Creates and ensures a culture of safety is maintained at assigned branch(es).
• Is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of assigned branch(es) safety, ensuring that branch(es) safety practices match procedures and protocols.
• Develops and directs high quality relationship-based member engagement strategies. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
• Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
• Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
• Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Directs branch marketing and communication efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community.
• Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of management experience, YMCA or other nonprofit agency experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in management and development of volunteer involvement.
• Experience in fund raising and board development preferred

Certification(s)& Requirements:

• YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device effectively.
• Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to use a computer for extended periods of time and be The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work in a moderate to noisy work environment
• Ability to multitask in a changing environment
• May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.