What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at YMCA of the USA?
W.L. Hutcherson YMCA has served Tulsa 100 years, leading seniors, youth, and families towards healthy living in North Tulsa.
Job Description
Under the general direction of the Chief Operations Officer, this position is accountable for the successful administration of the branch in accordance with policies, procedures, and guidelines of the YMCA of Greater Tulsa Association. The Executive Director oversees the management of programs, membership, volunteer and staff recruitment and development, fundraising, and collaborations with community agencies in meeting the needs of its members and program participants. The Executive Director will work with Association Staff in consistency of programs and membership as well as innovation, strategy and management of risk.
Qualifications
As the Executive Director, there are a few key intangible/tangible skills that we are seeking in a candidate for this position. These skills are as follows.
Mission Advancement
Job Description
Under the general direction of the Chief Operations Officer, this position is accountable for the successful administration of the branch in accordance with policies, procedures, and guidelines of the YMCA of Greater Tulsa Association. The Executive Director oversees the management of programs, membership, volunteer and staff recruitment and development, fundraising, and collaborations with community agencies in meeting the needs of its members and program participants. The Executive Director will work with Association Staff in consistency of programs and membership as well as innovation, strategy and management of risk.
Qualifications
As the Executive Director, there are a few key intangible/tangible skills that we are seeking in a candidate for this position. These skills are as follows.
- Goal-oriented - sets short- and long-term goals for yourself and others
- Team builder - able to build and develop dynamic and diverse teams in addition to holding team members accountable
- Results-oriented - in business and as a supervisor
- Strong work ethic – willing to put in extra effort as needed for success while exhibiting ownership to all facets in the district’s branches.
- Adaptable and flexible – able to have multiple conversations with members that can go from very difficult in nature to very light moment to moment in the facility.
- Flexible schedule - a Y employee's schedule DOES provide a great deal of flexibility. This job is not simply a 9am-5pm M-F position. The ability to attend functions, be present at certain peak times, be involved in the community, etc. ensures that work-life balance is in your hands. Know that some days may be longer, and some days may be shorter than others.
- Positive - leading by example in this area is critical to the mission of the organization.
- Self-aware - understand how you impact those around you.
- Strong people skills – comfortable with building rapport and developing new relationships with those at the Y and in the community.
- Passion to serve - you will make a direct and indirect difference on a daily basis in the lives of those in the Tulsa Metro area through your acts of service at the YMCA of Greater Tulsa.
- Ensure growth in membership sales and recruitment
- Responsible for budgeting, expense control, & income generation for the branch.
- Oversight for all program areas within the branch.
- Constant communication and work with the Association Directors to create an innovative strategy.
- Recruit, develop and lead volunteers and staff in raising the goal amount of the Annual Campaign
- Recruit, develop and lead the board of advisors.
- Recruit develop and lead program and membership staff.
- Consistently communicate with property managers regarding cleanliness and safety of facility.
- Facilitate communication between all departments so members are aware of all programs & opportunities available to them.
- Work closely with VP of Talent and Culture to ensure programs and facility are run in a safe manner.
- Work closely with COO to ensure proper marketing strategy is followed.
- Coordinate scheduling so facility operates seamlessly.
- Assist with annual promotion plan for all programs including flyers, brochures, website, newsletter, news releases, advertisements, etc.
- Accurate and timely with all assignments, deadlines, etc.
Mission Advancement
- Community: Demonstrates a commitment to community development by engaging and partnering with members of the community.
- Inclusion: Works effectively with people who are different and champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.
- Relationships: Builds rapport with others and creates small communities.
- Decision Making: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions and transfers learning from one situation to another.
- Quality Results: Holds staff accountable for high-quality results and a high value experience for members using a formal process to measure progress.
- Functional Expertise: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years YMCA exempt/professional work experience or equivalent in a related field or company
- Volunteer or Staff supervision experience
- Proven ability to raise funds and grow membership
- Proven ability to work with a volunteer board/committee
- Knowledge of the YMCA as a membership organization
- Knowledge & experience in budgeting, financial development, and board/community relations.