Chief Executive Officer

YMCA
Salary
$150,000.00
$175,000.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
Resumes Accepted Until
The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.
Job Description

The Opportunity: 

Do you seek a leadership role where impact meets community? The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA has an amazing opportunity for a proven and experienced professional to lead one of the leading nonprofit organizations in Northeast Tennessee. Kingsport and its surrounding communities are a wonderful place to call home. The new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will join the Y with a strong and dedicated board and top-notch staff that have a true passion and energy for the work and the communities they serve. 

As the next CEO you will continue to shape strategic growth and impactful programs that embody the YMCA's core values of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. You will cultivate strong relationships with community partners and donors, expanding the YMCA's reach. The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA has a number of strategic partnerships that enhance the Y’s reputation and further its collective impact in the community. You will foster a collaborative environment where staff, volunteers, and members thrive all while making child safety a top priority, exceeding standards and creating a culture of care.

About the YMCA: 

The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA is a cornerstone of the greater Kingsport region, offering programs and services designed to help individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities thrive. The Y’s Mission centers around putting Christian principles into action by promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering social responsibility, and nurturing the potential within everyone.

The YMCA offers a wide range of activities beyond weight training and cardio equipment. Here's a glimpse into what they provide:

Youth Development: From after-school programs to the newly renovated middle school community outreach center, the YMCA prioritizes the well-being of young people. They provide a safe space for them to learn, grow, and socialize, while also offering parent workshops and family engagement events.

Healthy Living: Group exercise classes, swimming at the Kingsport Aquatic Center—a strong partnership with the City of Kingsport, and health and fitness programs are just a few ways the YMCA helps Kingsport residents achieve their wellness goals.

Social Responsibility: The YMCA goes beyond its walls with programs like the YMCA Y on Wheels, bringing their services to underserved areas, and their YMCA Feeding Program, which provides meals to children in Hawkins and Sullivan Counties.

The YMCA is more than just a place to get a workout; it's a community center where people of all walks of life can come together to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. To find out more about the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA, their programs, membership options, or volunteer opportunities, visit their website at https://www.ymcakpt.org/.

Our Mission: 

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. 

Our Cause & Values: 

To strengthen the foundations of community and instilling the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement: 

The fundamental aim of the Y is to, in all our daily interactions and activities, embody the foundational Christian principles set forth in Matthew 7:12: “in everything, do unto others what you would have them do to you.”

Current Key Strategic Initiatives: 

  • New Programs and Services in Washington County/Johnson City
  • Build and open new early learning childcare center
  • Financial Sustainability of large state/federal grants

Membership: 

  • Total Number of Members: 13,759
  • Total Number of Membership Units: 6,146
  • 4% Youth
  • 24% Adults
  • 61% Household
  • 11% Senior

Core Programs: 

  • Aquatics offered by the Kingsport Aquatic Center Partner
  • Out of School Time: Before and After School (23 sites in 3 school systems), Day Camp (4 sites)
  • Group Exercise
  • Chronic Disease Prevention including Parkinsons Support, Cycle and Rock Steady
  • Youth Feeding Program: 2 commercial kitchens that feed 800+ daily at all youth service sites
  • Y on Wheels Youth Mentoring Outreach:  Serving 6 subsidized housing communities weekly
  • Brighter Horizon Youth Center:  Afterschool, Summer Camp and Part-time Pre-K

Annual Support Campaign: 

Prior Year’s Total: $185,000

Current Year’s Goal: $250,000

Total number of people receiving financial assistance prior year: Nearly 5,000 individuals or 35% of the membership. 

Capital Campaign(s): 

Childcare Early Learning Center:  Goal $5.5M, Pledges to date $3.5M with Federal Earmark $1M, ARC Federal Grant $1M, State of TN DSH $815K

Staff: 213 Total

  • FT: 34
  • PT: 175
  • Seasonal: 4

CEO Direct Reports: 

  • VP Operations/COO
  • VP Finance/ CFO
  • VP Childcare
  • Senior Director Development
  • Director Employee Services (HR Manager)
  • Executive Administrative Assistant (CEO Special Projects Coordinator & Office Manager)

Board of Directors: 

Number of Governing Board Members: Currently 14, Bylaws permit 12-20

Committees:

  • Executive -> Childcare Center Task Force
  • Finance
  • Governance -> Audit Task Force
  • Impact
  • Financial Development

Financial: 

  • Current Annual Budget Size: 2024 budget $6,221,040
  • Current Debt: $561,683 Fixed Facility Mortgage
  • Current Endowment: $67,868 invested in Edward Jones
  • Current Reserve Total:  $1,502,562
  • 3-year annual surplus/deficit: *before depreciation which is fully funded
    • 2023: +$369,065
    • 2022: +$347,254
    • 2021: +$549,072

County Population & Demographics:  

Population

Sullivan County

Hawkins County

Population estimates, July 1, 2023, (V2023)

162,135

58,600

Population, percent change - April 1, 2020  (estimates base) to July 1, 2023, (V2023)

3%

3%

Persons under 5 years, percent

5%

5%

Persons under 18 years, percent

19%

19%

Persons 65 years and over, percent

23%

22%

Race and Hispanic Origin

White

94%

96%

Black or African American

3%

2%

Asian

1%

1%

Two or More Races

2%

1%

Hispanic or Latino

3%

2%

Households

Households, 2018-2022

67,575

22,785

Median household income (in 2022 dollars), 2018-2022

54,357

53,647

Veterans, 2018-2022

11,547

3,835

Veterans, 2018-2022

11,547

3,835

About the Area: 

Kingsport, TN is a blend of small-town charm with outdoor adventure, Kingsport is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and access to outdoor adventure. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active lifestyle, Kingsport has something for everyone. 

Kingsport boasts a friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of community. You'll likely find familiar faces and neighbors who look out for each other. Hiking, biking, fishing, and kayaking are just a few activities you can enjoy in the surrounding mountains and waterways. Bays Mountain Park and the Appalachian Trail are nearby for extended adventures.  

The cost of living in Kingsport is generally lower than the national average. Housing costs tend to be more affordable compared to larger cities. Major employers like Eastman Chemical Company and the healthcare sector provide job opportunities in various fields. Kingsport is known for its excellent public schools and a variety of family-oriented activities.

Kingsport is a great place to live and a place to call home. For more information check: www.movetokingsport.com. 

Information Sites: 

YMCA website

City/County Website

Chamber of Commerce

Tourism

Move to Kingsport

YMCA of the USA 

Qualifications

Criteria for Candidates: 

  • Accredited 4-year college degree and or equivalent work experience.
  • Fiscally sound business management approach with a proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management more than $2.5M or more annually.
  • Minimum five years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees. 
Essential Functions

Key Skills and Abilities: 

The board believes its new CEO should be an experienced leader who has the background and qualities that will permit him or her to achieve excellence in the following capacities: 

  • Improve and Implement the Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff, execute the current strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y and includes defined organizational strategies, a clear implementation plan with deliverables, and measurable goals. Key competencies: Change Leadership, Communication & Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Program/Project Management
  • Fiscal Management: Use high-level financial analysis to forecast financial trends, growth, and stability, while consistently leading the Y to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions and controlling costs. Empower and guide staff leaders to lead their departments to successful financial operation. Develop and implement stewardship strategies.  Key competencies: Fiscal Management, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Developing Self & Others, Philanthropy 
  • Position the Y as a Vital Partner for Community Change: Serve as an ambassador for the mission, purpose, and vision for the YMCA within the community by developing and fostering relationships with key community organizations and leaders. Possess the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, while always upholding the highest standards and values of the Y. Ensure your Y is seen as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other.  Key competencies: Communication & Influence, Engaging Community, Collaboration 
  • Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that will establish the YMCA as a leading nonprofit organization within the community through the engagement of members, volunteers, staff, and donors. Identify the need for successful capital fundraising, while taking the organization to a new level of effectiveness and impact in annual giving and endowment. Secure grants that provide funding for key Y initiatives. Key competencies: Philanthropy, Engaging Community, Communication & Influence
  • Build and Lead a High-Performing Team: Develop and implement a robust talent development strategy that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent workplace. Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse team aligned with the needs of our community. Cultivate a high-performance culture characterized by collaboration, shared purpose, and continuous learning. Key competencies: Developing Self & Others, Inclusion, Emotional Maturity, Change Leadership
  • Maintenance of Facilities and Capital Development: Ensure cleanliness and fully operational equipment and maintain the Y facility in excellent working order through preventative maintenance. Lead the Y through stages of a current or future capital development project, whether it’s initial planning, research and viability; architectural and schematic design phases; construction management; or the operational start-up of your new, renovated, or expanded facility. Key competencies: fiscal Management, Program/Project Management, Change Leadership, Critical Thinking & Decision Making 

Residency Expectation: Living in the YMCA’s service area (Hawkins and Sullivan Counties) is preferred. It is expected for the CEO to be fully engaged in the community in which YMCA serves.

Salary Range: $150,000 to $175,000 annually. 

Benefits:  

  • Retirement (12% paid by Y) contribution once eligibility is met
  • 403(B) Saving Account contributed by employee
  • PTO: one bank to include vacation, sick, holidays, personal, etc.
  • Health plan (percent paid by Y, by employee)
  • Other benefits per personnel policy

Search Process Target Dates: 

Resumes accepted through: September 27, 2024

Preliminary interviews scheduled: Afternoon of October 30 and morning of October 31, 2024 (you will be scheduled for a 45-minute preliminary interview)

In-person interviews: Be in the Kingsport area by afternoon of December 10 and depart no later than the afternoon of December 12, 2024

CEO selection made week of December 16, 2024

New CEO on board (anticipated): January 15, 2025

References, Background Check, and Organizational Leader Certification: Candidates must submit (pdf format only) the following in their online application: a resume, cover letter. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. No other documents should be uploaded. 

Successful candidate accepting the offer must pass a background check and must have a current Y-USA’s Organizational Leader Certification or obtain certification within the first three years from start date as the CEO.

Candidates must apply via the following website: https://tinyurl.com/greater-kingsport-ymca-ceo

Questions about the Search Process?

Contact Richard Clegg, CEO Search Senior Consultant, YMCA of the USA, [email protected]. 

Questions about the YMCA?

Contact Ted Cornelius, Alliance CEO, TN State Alliance of YMCAs, [email protected].