Executive Director

Philaymca; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership - access to all?y

50% off programming

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

West Philadelphia YMCA seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead the branch with 120+ team members and 11,500+ members. The role drives overall direction, financial performance, and program growth while championing member experience, staff development, sales, and community impact.

You will partner with GPY and an Advisory Board to elevate the Y’s reach and services, shaping a high-profile leadership path and strong nonprofit impact in the West Philadelphia community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries.
• Experience managing 150+ team members.
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns.
• Track record of success in a performance driven work environment.
• Excellent interviewing skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and represent the YMCA mission and values.
• Perform daily walk-through inspections of the Branch.
• Analyze Net Promoter Scores to improve member experience.
• Manage budgets, forecast revenue and expenses for departments.
• Manage supplies, payroll, costs, and expenses for departments.
• Cultivate an engaged advisory board and connect members to the YMCA mission.

Skills

Interviewing skills

Member service

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

5+ years in fitness/recreation/hospitality industries

Job description

West Philadelphia YMCA, 5120 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Looking for an experienced Executive Director with extensive experience in membership and program growth to join our team. The Executive Director at the West Philadelphia YMCA branch is a high-profile leadership position that is responsible for the Branch’s overall direction, coordination, operation, and success. The Executive Director will ensure the Branch meets or exceeds financial goals, while providing remarkable leadership in areas of member experience, team member experience, sales, in-Branch business performance, and member participation.

The Executive Director will provide daily support to a team of 120+ team members and offer ongoing leadership, motivation, and development. The 40,000 sq ft. urban, West Philadelphia Y currently provides services for over 11,500 members. Supported by the Greater Philadelphia Association (GPY) team and an Advisory Board, the right candidate will have the opportunity to take a strong, well-established Y to even greater heights, serving the community in new and exciting ways. This is a rare opportunity to lead and give back.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y - it's awesome!
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

What is needed for this job:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Current or past Executive Director experience preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries.
• 5+ years’ experience in managing 150+ team members.
• Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns.
• Track record of success in a performance driven work environment.
• Excellent interviewing skills.

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Promote(s) and represent(s) the mission and values of the YMCA. Participate as a member of the association staff team and contribute to a consistent YMCA image.
• Performs daily walk-through inspections to ensure that all areas of the Branch are clean, neat, organized, and like new.
• Analyzes Net Promoter Scores to ensure the best member experience is delivered.
• Manages budgets, forecasts revenue and expenses for each department monthly/quarterly/annually.
• Manages supplies, payroll, cost of goods, and expenses for each department monthly/quarterly/annually.
• Cultivates an engaged advisory board and connects members to the mission and purpose of the YMCA culminating in their commitment to volunteerism and financial support (fundraising).
• Implements effective fund-raising strategies to attain objectives. Build volunteer and community resources and support the YMCA.
• Meets one-on-one weekly with each Department Managers/Leaders to ensure KPI’s are followed, and the departments are meeting and exceeding budgetary goals.
• Mentors (and motivates) Department Managers/Leaders to ensure continuous growth through training, developing, direction, assessing performance, and providing feedback.
• Provides effective individual performance evaluations and recognition programs and awards.
• Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence.
• Build(s) community resources through the cultivation and development of relationships. Actively engage members, volunteers, and community leaders in the Y mission. Authorizes new hires, promotions, employee status changes, and terminations with the Department Leaders.
• Promotes and sustains an environment where Safety and Child Protection are at the highest priority and has zero tolerance for non-compliance.
• Develops positive, collaborative relationships with school administration, parent-teacher organizations, outside vendor staff and GPY staff including Association Office support staff.
• Works with facility team to keep facility and grounds clean, safe and functional.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team
• Opportunities to learn & grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

West Philadelphia YMCA, 5120 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America