Associate Executive Director, Pete White Wellness Center (YMCA)

Description

The Associate Executive Director oversees the overall management and operation of membership & programs, including budget development and control, recruitment and training of staff and volunteers, programming, equipment maintenance, quality checks, enforcing safety standards and other policies and procedures, ensuring high standards of program quality as well as member and participant retention rate. Demonstrates a personal commitment to overall health and wellbeing. Promotes health and wellbeing through inspiring and motivating a positive change in everyone. Builds relationships with members through the YMCA movement. Collaborates (as applicable) through partnerships across YMCA departments and with public, private and other non-profit organizations.

The Associate Executive Director component of this position requires that the incumbent serve in an elevated position within the branch and assist the District Executive Director in leading the district.

Salary range: $52,500-$55,697 depending on education and experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The incumbent must have the competencies, skills, and proven leadership ability to successfully carry out the association’s mission, goals, and visions for serving the community.
• Provide support to both the Annual Community Support and other financial development campaigns under the leadership of the District Executive Director.
• Participate in community events, networks, and activities as assigned.
• Assist District Executive Director in development of annual branch budget.
• Assist District Executive Director in recruitment of volunteers for Branch Council and Campaign.
• Lead branch staff recognition and appreciation efforts.
• Serve as branch point person when District Executive Director is unavailable.
• Other important competencies of the position include the following:

Management Skills

• Prepares and administers budgets for the department and meeting the budgeted net by year-end.
• Develops and implements marketing for the areas of responsibility that will positively impact the attendance and registration.
• Purchases all equipment necessary as budgeted and approved for the success of the YMCA and department.
• Prepares and implements marketing plans with the approval of the Communications Department for all areas of responsibilities to ensure growth each year.
• Submits information for program brochures in accordance with the published schedule.
• Is available to work evenings and weekends as called upon or as schedule dictates due to seasonal programming needs. Assists with the implementation of special events as needed for their success as a member of the YMCA program staff.
• Maintains and inventories all equipment.
• Other duties as assigned and determined necessary. Job duties could change depending on changes in the business.
• Recruit volunteers for the council and play an active role in the Community Support Campaign.
• Must stay current in CPR/PR, AED, O2 and First Aid, renewed annually.
• Bloodborne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire and renewed annually.

Teamwork

• Works cooperatively with other department heads, volunteers, committees and departments.
• Serves on and recruit key staff from the department for various Ad-Hoc committees needed for the overall success of the YMCA.
• Attends and participate in all staff meetings and trainings and encourage other staff to do as well.

Communication Skills

• Provides quality ongoing training for staff and volunteers that will enhance their capabilities and be applicable to their work on a daily basis.
• Shares the YMCA story and programs when requested to various groups in the community.

Human Resources

• Recruits, supervises, and trains quality, sufficient staff to implement programming for the wellness department. Cultivates the development of the staff for growth and success.

Professional Style

• Pays attention to detail, completeness and consistency when performing job function.
• Able to instill confidence through dependability, meeting deadlines, promptness, and regularity of attendance.

Leadership

• Influences staff and members by performing job functions in a positive, enthusiastic manner.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Association’s Strategic Plan and initiatives.
• Incorporates and trains staff in our character development values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty into all program areas.

Attainment of Association Goals

• Supports diverse and inclusive work environment and is a community advocate for the YMCA.
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

This position has a direct impact on the overall effectiveness with which the Association accomplishes its objectives for membership, programs and community.

Requirements

• Must stay current in CPRPR/AED/O2 and First Aid, renewed annually. (Training provided by the Y, if needed)
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years successful supervisory experience.
• Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR effectively.
• Must be willing to obtain YMCA certifications.
• Three to Five years experience working with youth and adults in a wellness/membership environment.
• Knowledge of YMCA programs, program development, and acceptance of management practices.
• Ability to work heavily with adults, children/youth, and volunteers.
• Must be creative and demonstrate initiative in program development.
• Must be able to project enthusiasm to staff and program participants.
• Proven ability to lead staff and volunteers.
• Ability to work under occasional stressful conditions and to work irregular hours.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proven team player.
• Ability to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines/procedures. 
• Bilingual preferred  

Salary : $52,500 - $55,697