Executive Director

YMCA
Salary
$80,000.00
$85,000.00
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Job Description

The YMCA of Central New Mexico is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the inaugural Executive Director of the Westside Family YMCA—a brand-new community hub scheduled to open in April 2026. This 20,000-square-foot, modern storefront facility will feature a comprehensive wellness center, group exercise studio, spin studio, Child Watch, and a licensed Preschool, all designed to meet the needs of families in one of Albuquerque’s fastest-growing and most dynamic areas. Located on the rapidly expanding Northwest side of the city, this role offers a rare and exciting opportunity to build a YMCA from the ground up, shape its culture and impact, and lead a mission-driven organization poised to transform community health, youth development, and family well-being.

The Executive Director, under the direction of the COO/VP of Operations and in accordance with the purpose, policy and principles of the YMCA of Central New Mexico, supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. 

The Executive Director directs the overall operations of the YMCA of Central New Mexico’s association’s newest branch, the Westside Family YMCA, with an anticipated annual operating budget of $2 million. The Westside Family YMCA service offering will include a wellness center, personal training, group exercise, child watch, an early learning center, before & afterschool programming, summer day camps, family programming, and youth sports.

This position is responsible for implementing the operations strategy to reach the annual strategic and fiscal objectives. The Executive Director works to position the Y as a community leader in the areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Executive Director accomplishes these objectives through three main areas of focus: Branch Operations, Staff Development and Community Development.

The Executive Director is responsible for all phases of the day-to-day operation of the Westside Family YMCA branch, including but not limited to fiscal management, financial development, board and volunteer development, fundraising, member services & driving membership growth, program development, risk management, administration, human resources, and planning. Will follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. In addition, the incumbent will serve various tasks at the corporate level as needed.

Qualifications
  • The Executive Director must understand the basic concept of non-profit management and the utilization of volunteers and staff to attain both strategic and operational goals.
  • Commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Central New Mexico, as well as implementation of these values in all daily work activity is a necessity in this leadership role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 years operations experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
  • Must possess high levels of self-motivation and proven leadership abilities.
  • This position requires a demonstrated history of leadership in the areas of volunteer and staff development, budget and fiscal management, financial development, membership development, program development, community development and strategic planning.
  • Ability to delegate appropriate responsibilities involved in day-to-day operations is essential.
  • Employee must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and have working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Must be able to understand software systems or be able to learn within 60 days of hire date.
  • A valid driver’s license is required as well as the ability to drive to various locations within the central New Mexico area.
  • YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
Essential Functions

Branch Operations

  • Models the 5 Voice Attributes of Welcoming, Nurturing, Genuine, Determined, and Hopeful as a guide for staff and member engagement.
  • Develops, manages, and achieves the annual operating budget for the branch.
  • Implements strategies to grow membership and program enrollment through innovation, quality programs, and the member experience.
  • Seeks continuous improvement to identify more efficient operating practices, in partnership with other Y Branch leadership.
  • Demonstrates a high level of fiscal competence through accurate budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and variance reporting.
  • Ensures that the member experience is at the center of everything we do.
  • Creates a culture of inclusion to ensure the mission of the Y is upheld, diversity is valued, and all are welcome.
  • Maintains a clean, safe facility that lends itself to great member engagement.

Staff Development

  • Supervises, coaches, and manages the performance of Y branch staff according to all relevant YMCA policies, procedures, and applicable employment laws.
  • Develops and promotes a member-focused staff culture based on relationship-building, active listening, and member engagement.
  • Ensures that all Y policies and procedures are adhered to within the branch.
  • Coaches staff performance, completes timely performance evaluations of eligible staff, and ensures that payroll information is accurate and submitted on a timely basis.
  • Develops, implements, and maintains personal staff development and recognition plans for staff in partnership with the association plan.

Community Development

  • Collaborates with the association leadership and relevant committees to develop a strategy to fully engage community leaders, corporations, members, staff, and volunteers in successful fundraising efforts through the annual support campaign.
  • Develops active committees and volunteer opportunities that can help drive our mission and expand positive impact in the community.
  • Serves as the key connector in the community, by identifying and engaging leaders who can become partners related to our 3 areas of focus.
  • Focuses on identification, cultivation, and closing formal requests of major gifts.
  • Establishes and attains goals for special events and grant acquisitions.
  • Meets all reporting requirements monthly for funders or partners, such as the City of Albuquerque, State of New Mexico, and similar agencies.

General

  • Maintains facility, equipment, and vehicles according to State and Federal regulations and YMCA standards.
  • Upholds preventative maintenance plans.
  • Ensures staff training is completed, and safety drills are performed on the facility emergency action plan.
  • Monitors and controls systems, practices, and training opportunities related to risk management and safety for participants/staff, especially child abuse prevention/neglect, and reporting procedures.
  • Participates in cabinet work and other special projects/assignments as needed.
  • Any other duties as required by supervisor.