Community Partnerships & Engagement Director

Ymca-of-the-Twin-Tiers-; City of Olean (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Twin Tiers in Olean, NY seeks a Director of Community Engagement to lead outreach, partnerships, and growth strategies that connect people to YMCA programs and mission. You will work closely with senior leaders to expand membership, fundraising, and community presence.

You will spend significant time in the field building relationships, fostering partnerships, and guiding marketing efforts that enhance visibility and impact across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, marketing, recreation management, human services, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in membership operations, sales, community engagement, or customer service leadership.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and leading teams.
• Experience in budgeting, financial oversight, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Ability to establish and grow relationships with community partners, businesses, and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong computer and technology skills, including membership management software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive community engagement strategy that drives membership acquisition, member retention, program participation, and mission impact.
• Represent the YMCA throughout the community by networking with businesses, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, municipalities, civic organizations, and community leaders, building relationships that generate qualified membership prospects and increase community awareness of YMCA programs and services.
• Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships that generate measurable opportunities for membership growth, corporate memberships, program participation, sponsorships, referrals, volunteerism, philanthropy, and community collaboration.
• Serve as a connector for community outreach initiatives, ensuring the YMCA maintains a visible, active presence throughout the region.
• Spend a minimum of approximately 50% of work hours engaged in community outreach, partnership development, networking, or off-site engagement activities.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Association Marketing Director, and Olean Membership Team to develop strategic marketing campaigns that support membership, programs, events, fundraising, and strategic organizational priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Project management

Leadership

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in business/admin/communications/marketing or related field

3–5 years in membership operations, sales, or community engagement

Job description

The YMCA of the Twin Tiers in Olean, NY seeks a Director of Community Engagement to lead outreach, partnerships, and growth strategies that connect people to YMCA programs and mission. You will work closely with senior leaders to expand membership, fundraising, and community presence.

You will spend significant time in the field building relationships, fostering partnerships, and guiding marketing efforts that enhance visibility and impact across the region.