Visionary YMCA Chief Executive Officer

YMCA of the USA; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadville Family YMCA in northwestern Pennsylvania seeks a visionary President & CEO to build on a 130-year legacy, set bold strategic direction, strengthen culture and talent, grow revenue and philanthropy, and advance financial sustainability for the organization.

The leader will work with an engaged Board, staff, donors, and community partners to deepen the YMCA’s role as a vital community partner and to turn ideas into action for the next era of impact.

Qualifications

• Accredited 4-year college degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum seven years of senior management experience in a YMCA or comparable organization, supervising multiple staff levels.
• Proven fiscal and budgetary leadership with a track record of managing complex finances.
• Demonstrated ability to improve operating performance, grow revenue, and lead organizational change.
• Proven success in staff development and building a collaborative culture.
• Ability to develop community relationships and raise the YMCA’s visibility as a community partner.
• Strategic planning experience with measurable priorities.
• Fundraising experience including annual campaigns, donor development, grants and board partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Set bold strategic direction for Meadville Family YMCA and lead the organization through its next era of impact.
• Strengthen culture and talent; recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing staff team.
• Grow revenue and philanthropy; advance fundraising efforts and contribute to long-term financial sustainability.
• Deepen the Y’s role as an essential community partner through collaborations with education, healthcare, business and government.

Skills

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Staff development

Change leadership

Community relations

Board governance

Fiscal management

Executive leadership

Education

Accredited 4-year college degree

Minimum seven years senior management YMCA experience

Job description

Meadville Family YMCA in northwestern Pennsylvania seeks a visionary President & CEO to build on a 130-year legacy, set bold strategic direction, strengthen culture and talent, grow revenue and philanthropy, and advance financial sustainability for the organization.

The leader will work with an engaged Board, staff, donors, and community partners to deepen the YMCA’s role as a vital community partner and to turn ideas into action for the next era of impact.