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Marysville, WA is a community that embodies well-being, connection, and a spirit of adventure. From the serene waters of the Puget Sound to the breathtaking Cascade Mountains, Marysville is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream — offering hiking, skiing, fishing, and year-round exploration. The greater Seattle area comes alive in the summer and fall, and there’s no better place to experience the vibrant arts, food, and culture of the Pacific Northwest.
The YMCA of Snohomish County is a thriving $42 million association, driven by over 900 dedicated leaders who serve through six full-facility branches, 28 school-age care sites, early learning centers, preschools, and a new overnight camp. Together, we’re committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for everyone in our community.
As a vital branch of our Association, the Marysville Family YMCA is a cornerstone of the Marysville and Tulalip communities. With a 2025 operating budget projected at $5.3 million, our 46,000-square-foot facility serves more than 7,000 members annually. With strong partnerships with the Tulalip Tribes, local schools, and civic leaders, the Marysville Y is preparing to embark on a transformational capital campaign to expand and enhance our facilities to better meet the growing needs of our diverse and dynamic community.
We are seeking a dynamic, cause-driven leader passionate about strengthening community. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder, skilled in fundraising, volunteer and staff leadership, business strategy, and community engagement. They will thrive in leading high-performing teams and will be deeply committed to advancing the Y’s mission and impact in Marysville and beyond.
If you’re ready to make a difference and embrace all that this incredible region has to offer, apply today!
Job Summary:
Coordinates the development of the branch board and committees
Directs the volunteer activities (policy and program) of the branch
Directs the financial development activities of the branch
Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities
Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area
Promote a diverse workforce; oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff
Develops, manages, and monitors the branch operating budget and meet or exceeds budget targets
Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch
Develops and directs high quality relationship-based member engagement strategies
Models relationship-building skills in all interactions with our diverse staff, volunteers, members, and the community
Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies
Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment
Directs branch marketing and communication efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community
Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA
Performs other duties as assigned
Six or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency
YMCA Multi-Team or Organizational Leader certification preferred
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent preferred
Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development
Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders
Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others
Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
Experience working with individuals, families and communities of diverse backgrounds and abilities
Understands the YMCA is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Strong computer skills and experience with standard business software
Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
Fluency in second language desired
Physical and Mental Demands: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals.
Typical Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time.
Y Culture:
Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA
Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines
Embrace Multi-Team Leader Core Competencies:
Mission Advancement:
Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community
Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Ys efforts for all stakeholders
Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program, fundraising, and policy leadership levels
Secures resources and support for all philanthropic endeavors
Collaboration:
Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community
Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y
Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals
Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals
Provides tools and resources for the development of others
Operational Effectiveness:
Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions
Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities
Ensures execution of plans
Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies, and financial controls
Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement
Personal Growth:
Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches
Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change
Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning
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