Executive Director

YMCA
Salary
$70,097.00
$87,600.00
How to Apply
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The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking an inspiring & strategic Executive Director to lead our Thelma Lovette YMCA in the Hill District.
Job Description

Are you a dynamic leader with a heart for mission, a gift for building relationships, and a passion for experiences that strengthen families?

The ideal candidate will be a relationship-driven fundraiser, an empowering leader of people, and a steward of our rich tradition of volunteerism and community. If you are ready to champion a unique legacy while shaping an even stronger future, we invite you to explore this extraordinary opportunity.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides leadership, management, and development of member services, wellness, branch operations, childcare, property, programs and administration. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the branch, housing, board and philanthropic development.

Location: 2114 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited College/University preferred.
  • Minimum five years’ experience in management position - nonprofit experience preferred.
  • Experience in managing a budget of $1M or more.
  • Track record of providing high level of constituent experiences demonstrated by metrics reflecting growth, impact and satisfaction.
  • Strong speaking and writing skills.
  • Track record of recruiting, inspiring and leading a high-performing team.
  • High emotional intelligence.
  • Varied skills in program services delivery, membership systems, facility management, volunteer development and fundraising.
Essential Functions
  • Serve as a role model and advocate of the YMCA Mission, Promise, Values and Personality.
  • Demonstrates support for the Association and its Strategic Vision.
  • Lead the continued development of the branch board and annual fundraising campaign.
  • Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and develop positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses and governmental entities.
  • Build and utilize a continuous feedback loop to develop and innovate YMCA programs and services that meet the needs of the community.
  • Provide leadership in the areas of day-to-day operations of the branch.
  • Communicate across departments to provide a member focused experience that results in increased member retention and satisfaction.
  • Recruit, hire, train, develop and direct staff teams under supervision. Review and evaluate staff performance.
  • Develop strategies to motivate staff to achieve goals.
  • Develop, manage and monitor assigned operating budgets to meet or exceed targets. Recommend adjustments to the budget to ensure a balanced operation and submit reports on current operations.
  • Engage in active listening with key stake holders in order to build relationships, understand individual goals and interests and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.
  • Ensure the safety, attractive appearance, and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds and equipment.
  • Oversee branch marketing and communication to maintain highly integrated services to the community.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
  • Volunteerism
  • Philanthropy
  • Change Capacity
  • Finance
  • Quality Results
  • Collaboration
  • Project/Initiative Management
  • Inclusion