What are the responsibilities and job description for the Branch Executive Director position at YMCA of the USA?
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Branch Executive Director to join our team!
Job Description
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this full-time, in-person role is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the branch. You will lead a team of directors and coordinators across key program areas, including membership, youth development, fitness, sports, and aquatics. Core responsibilities include staff leadership and development, budget management, program oversight, and cultivating strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned and collaborative leader with a strong background in program operations, team supervision, and community engagement—and a deep commitment to advancing the YMCA’s mission and impact.
Qualifications
Job Description
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this full-time, in-person role is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the branch. You will lead a team of directors and coordinators across key program areas, including membership, youth development, fitness, sports, and aquatics. Core responsibilities include staff leadership and development, budget management, program oversight, and cultivating strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned and collaborative leader with a strong background in program operations, team supervision, and community engagement—and a deep commitment to advancing the YMCA’s mission and impact.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in a related field (required).
- Minimum of 6 years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Polished speaker who is comfortable presenting in large and small groups that may include board members, executives, school principals, and staff members.
- Ability to think strategically and use evidence-based principles to grow programs and drive results.
- Ability to work collaboratively across levels and disciplines.
- Ability to manage complex grant-funded programs and associated reporting.
- Minimum age of 21.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Directs the financial development activities of the branch.
- Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
- Oversees the hiring, training, and supervision of staff.
- Develops, manages, and monitors the branch operating budget and meet or exceeds budget targets.
- Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
- Develops and directs high-quality relationship-based member engagement strategies. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
- Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
- Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
- Directs branch marketing and communication efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community.
- Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications.
- YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification (preferred).
