Senior Executive Director — Nashville Community Impact Leader

YMCA of Middle Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Middle Tennessee in Nashville is seeking a Senior Executive Director for the Green Hills YMCA to lead strategic direction, daily operations, and community impact through high-quality programs and member experiences.

You will build and empower a diverse team, strengthen donor and neighbor relationships, oversee budgets, and ensure safe, welcoming environments while expanding the Y's presence in the Green Hills area.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership with staff supervision, team development and performance coaching.
• Experience with strategic planning, program oversight, and operational excellence in a community-focused org.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, revenue generation and resource stewardship.
• Proven success in community engagement, relationship building, and partnership development with stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking and collaborative problem-solving.
• Experience in nonprofit leadership, youth services, health and wellness, or related field is beneficial.
• Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, recreation, or related field; advanced degree or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Green Hills YMCA.
• Recruit, lead, develop, and support a high-performing team.
• Oversee membership, wellness, youth, and family programs with quality experiences that meet community needs.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, forecasting, revenue generation, and stewardship of resources.
• Drive member engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Build relationships with members, volunteers, donors, community leaders, and partner organizations.
• Lead fundraising and philanthropic efforts, including annual campaigns and partnerships.
• Identify opportunities to expand impact and strengthen presence in the Green Hills community.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with YMCA of Middle Tennessee leadership on regional priorities.
• Foster a safe, welcoming environment where everyone belongs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Fundraising

Community engagement

Public speaking

Nonprofit leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or nonprofit management

Advanced degree or certifications (plus)

Job description

YMCA of Middle Tennessee in Nashville is seeking a Senior Executive Director for the Green Hills YMCA to lead strategic direction, daily operations, and community impact through high-quality programs and member experiences.

You will build and empower a diverse team, strengthen donor and neighbor relationships, oversee budgets, and ensure safe, welcoming environments while expanding the Y's presence in the Green Hills area.