Executive Director

Do you have what it takes to lead our largest branch forward into the next adventures?

Job Description

The Branch Executive Director at the YMCA of Greensboro provides strategic leadership for all aspects of branch operations, including community relationships, partnerships and engagement, team leadership and development, board development and relations, budget management, and philanthropy (including annual and sustaining contributions). The role oversees branch programs and services, ensuring alignment with YMCA best practices and standards while driving financial sustainability and operational excellence. Strong relationship‑building skills are essential to foster internal and external partnerships and navigate a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment.

The Spears YMCA operates with an annual budget of $5.5 million and is the largest branch within the Association. Every position at the YMCA of Greensboro is responsible for advancing our mission to strengthen the foundations of community through a focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility, while upholding our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting. Strong background in business operations and financial management with a proven track record of growth. Experience supervising staff and managing budgets comparable to the relevant branch. Experience supporting branch growth through facility construction, renovation, or expansion projects is a plus.
• Reading, communication, reasoning: Effective communication required across various social and economic groups.
• Soft Skills: Skilled in forming and maintaining community partnerships.
• Physical requirements: Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, which include sitting, standing, and lifting weights as described; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Vision requirements: There are no specific vision requirements for this position.
• Environmental/noise: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  
  

Essential Functions

• Manage and expand the branch's operating budget with a focus on achieving annual net positive results.
• Evaluate key performance metrics across membership and program services, reporting findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Recruit and mentor staff to fulfill both organizational and personal development objectives.
• Implement strategies to enhance member engagement and retention.
• Strengthen community ties and service delivery through collaborative leadership.
• Uphold the YMCA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA standards and policies, maintaining high-quality service and program delivery.
• Motivate and partner with the Branch Advisory Board to ensure effective governance.
• Partner with Board and Staff in leading and growing annual campaign.
• Represent the YMCA within the community, fostering relationships with other organizations and stakeholders.
  
  

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Fiscal Management – Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model.
• Engaging Community – Build bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community –focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
• Philanthropy - Values and supports the many facets of philanthropy as an essential component in achieving the Y’s mission.
• Communication & Influence – Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Developing Self & Others – Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally to achieve their highest potential
• Emotional Maturity – Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
• Collaboration – Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
• Inclusion – Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion and global work, as well as cultural competence.
  
  

Required Certifications

Certifications: YMCA Multi-Team/Branch or Organizational Leader preferred. CPR/AED, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogen training required upon hire and must remain current throughout employment.