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Job Description
The YMCA of Central Stark County is seeing a motivated, relationship-focused, and mission-driven leader to serve as the Executive Director of the Alliance Family YMCA.
The Alliance Family YMCA operates with an annual budget of $775,000 and plays an important role in its community, serving individuals and families from a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and experiences. We are seeking a leader who understands the importance of strong operations, meaningful relationships, and creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
The Executive Director will provide leadership for all aspects of branch operations, including membership, programs, financial performance, staff development, annual fundraising, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, hands-on leader who can build strong teams, connect with the community, and translate the YMCA's mission into meaningful impact.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, human services, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible leadership experience, preferably within the YMCA or comparable nonprofit or community-based organization
- Demonstrated success managing staff, budgets, programs, or membership operations
- Experience in fundraising, volunteer engagement, and community relationship building
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to build effective teams, establish accountability, and lead through change
- Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a willingness to be actively engaged in daily branch operations
- Commitment to the YMCA's mission and core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
Essential Functions
Branch Leadership & Operations - Provide overall leadership and direction for the Alliance Family YMCA, ensuring strong daily operations, quality programs, and an exceptional member experience
Fiscal Management & Organizational Performance - Develop and manage the branch's $775,000 annual operating budget, ensuring responsible financial management and long-term sustainability
Philanthropy, Board Development & Community Engagement - Lead the branch's annual campaign, currently with a $120,000 fundraising goal, strengthening existing relationships and identifying opportunities to grow philanthropic support
Staff Leadership & Development - Recruit, lead, coach, and develop a strong branch leadership team
Membership, Programs & Community Impact - Lead strategies that strengthen membership recruitment, engagement, satisfaction, and retention