Membership Director (Southwest)

greateraustinyexternal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Austin, TX is seeking a Membership Director to lead a service-oriented team and create consistent, thoughtful membership operations that make every interaction personal and purposeful.

The role focuses on member engagement, operations leadership, and growth to retain and expand YMCA membership while aligning with the organization’s values and service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, hospitality, nonprofit management, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years of customer service, sales, member engagement, and retention strategies.
• Experience supervising and developing teams.
• Experience using membership, CRM, registration, or database systems to manage member accounts, track activity, and support reporting.
• Ability to analyze membership trends, retention data, and service feedback to identify opportunities and inform decisions.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hold membership teams accountable for high performance and achievement of center and association membership goals.
• Lead membership strategies that support growth, retention, engagement, and revenue objectives.
• Hire, coach, and manage direct reports, aligning with association practices and service standards.
• Use membership data, trends, and reports to monitor performance and inform decisions.
• Provide inclusive leadership and cultivate a supportive, prepared, and accountable team culture.
• Oversee membership operations, front desk functions, onboarding, and related services.
• Maintain accurate membership records, registrations, and payment information.
• Develop relationships with community partners and internal teams to increase YMCA visibility.
• Coordinate with operations, programs, and facility teams; participate in fundraising initiatives.
• Contribute to strategic organizational initiatives and complete other duties as assigned.

Job description

Why Your Role Matters

Every person who walks through the doors of the Y is looking for more than a place to work out, register for a program, or ask a question — they are looking for connection, support, and a sense of belonging. The Membership Director helps bring that experience to life by leading a welcoming, service-focused team and creating consistent, thoughtful membership operations that make every interaction feel personal and purposeful. Through strong relationship-building, member engagement, and operational leadership, this role helps grow and retain membership by ensuring individuals and families feel seen, supported, and connected to the Y community.

How You Will Make an Impact

Performance Achievement & Results

• Hold membership teams accountable for high performance and achievement of center and association membership goals.
• Lead membership strategies that support growth, retention, engagement, and revenue objectives.
• Hire, coach, and manage direct reports, ensuring alignment with association people practices and service standards.
• Use membership data, trends, and reports to monitor performance, identify opportunities, and support decision-making.
• Model inclusive leadership behaviors and create a team culture where staff feel supported, prepared, and accountable.
• Ensure adherence to association policies, safety protocols, and membership procedures.
• Promote and incorporate the YMCA five core values and attributes.

Member Relations & Experience

• Prioritize relationship-building with members, guests, program participants, volunteers, and YMCA stakeholders.
• Ensure members and guests are welcomed, supported, and connected to programs, services, and opportunities that meet their needs.
• Respond to member questions, concerns, and feedback in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner.
• Support a positive member journey from first visit through ongoing engagement and retention.
• Partner with center leaders and program teams to improve communication, service consistency, and member satisfaction.
• Ensure all membership interactions reflect excellent customer service and a welcoming YMCA experience.

Membership Operations & Management

• Guide, direct, and oversee membership operations, front desk functions, member onboarding, and related member services.
• Establish operating standards and service expectations to ensure quality, consistency, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Support membership sales, tours, follow-up efforts, and outreach activities to achieve enrollment and engagement goals.
• Maintain accurate membership records, registrations, account updates, payment information, and related documentation.
• Train staff on membership systems, processes, financial assistance procedures, and service expectations.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, members, and internal teams to increase YMCA visibility and engagement.
• Develop, monitor, and manage membership budgets to meet fiscal objectives, control expenses, and achieve financial targets.
• Coordinate with operations, programs, and facility teams to support smooth center operations and member-facing activities.
• Participate in fundraising initiatives, including the Annual Campaign.
• Contribute to strategic Impact Group meetings and other organizational initiatives.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, hospitality, nonprofit management, or a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• 2 to 3 years of customer service, sales, member engagement, and retention strategies, including experience supervising and developing teams.
• Experience using membership, CRM, registration, or database systems to manage member accounts, track activity, and support reporting.
• Ability to analyze membership trends, retention data, and service feedback to identify opportunities and make informed decisions.
• Experience resolving member concerns, de-escalating issues, and supporting a positive member experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting, finance, budgeting, and account management principles is essential.
• Experience with scheduling, front desk operations, service standards, and daily membership operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of financial assistance, scholarship, or access-related processes is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The role involves frequent movement around the facility, including standing for extended periods, walking, and occasionally lifting. You will need to be able to manage and oversee events and program activities, which requires physical agility and alertness. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.