An exciting opportunity; the building is only 6 years old, the staff team is welcoming, and the possibilities for impact are significant.
Job Description
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Branch Executive at the Botetourt Family YMCA stewards the Y’s cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community. The Branch Executive oversees the operation of the Y and participates in volunteer and staff development, financial development, and collaboration with community stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity in a growing community; the building is only three years old, the staff team is solid and welcoming, and the possibilities for impact are significant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent or Multi-team Leader Certification from YUSA.
• Six or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
• 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.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of

the community.

• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire.

Essential Functions

• Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
• Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders) develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets. The Botetourt budget is about $3.5M a year.
• Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team.
• Recruits, selects, and develops diverse volunteers for the branch board. Clarifies and reinforces the division of roles and responsibilities between corporate boards, branch boards, staff, and general volunteers.
• Directs the financial development activities of the branch.
• Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
• Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
• Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs that support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Volunteerism Engaging Community Fiscal Management

• Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
• Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders) develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives. Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets. The Botetourt budget is about $3.5M a year.
• Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and association goals and strategies. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team.
• Recruits, selects, and develops diverse volunteers for the branch board. Clarifies and reinforces the division of roles and responsibilities between corporate boards, branch boards, staff, and general volunteers.
• Directs the financial development activities of the branch.
• Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
• Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
• Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs that support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds, and equipment