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YMCA of Delaware

Community Executive Director- Dover Location

YMCA of Delaware, Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904


About Us :

Founded in 1891, the YMCA of Delaware is the state's largest non-profit organization committed to strengthening local citizens through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With seven branches statewide, a youth resource center in downtown Wilmington, and an overnight camp and conference center in Worton, Maryland, the Y has developed long-standing relationships and a physical presence in Delaware to deliver lasting personal and social change. We serve over 100,000 people annually with an annual operating budget of $40 million.

Key Responsibilities :

We are looking for a dynamic leader responsible for strategic and daily operations for the Dover branch located in Dover, Delaware, the state capital, and one of eight branches across Delaware. The YMCA of Delaware also offers a magical experience at our 300-acre overnight camp on the Eastern shore of Maryland. For more than 89 years, the YMCA of Delaware has been providing programs and services for a diverse community and this branch is part of a dynamic and progressive $40 million YMCA Association. The YMCA of Delaware continues to be financially stable and positioned for growth now!

The Executive Director will have the opportunity to live in one of the best states in the country that provides a great quality of life which includes: a short drive to numerous beaches, mountains, major cities like Philadelphia, a train ride to New York City or Washington D.C. as well as great neighborhoods to live in, cultural events, home of "Tax Free" shopping, and many other wonderful attractions throughout the state.

This position will continue to develop and strengthen community wide relationships with donors, plus various service organizations. The Executive Director is also expected to aggressively support the YMCA of Delaware's strategic goals. Dover is a branch with potential for growth in family membership and programs. The new leader needs to build a dynamic staff team and work with a newly formed board to fundraise and connect to all sectors of the community. Qualified applicants must have experience working with Boards, supervising government contracts, demonstrated growth in fundraising campaigns, strategic planning, staff leadership/development, plus a proven record of successful fiscal management specifically in the areas of membership and program growth.

Our Priorities :Ensure that the young people are on a pathway to successImprove individual and community healthUniting Communities' and inspiring service to others.Benefits & Perks :

Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health InsuranceStarting at two weeks PTO vacation, 12 paid holidays, and sick leaveFree Nationwide Y Membership for your Household12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibilityLearning and development workshopsCareer advancement opportunitiesStaff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!Salary: $90,000- $116,000 per year. Final compensation is based on factors such as the skills, qualifications, and experience.Essential Functions:

Ultimately accountable for team achieving at high levels to ensure a transformative Y Experience and achieve organizational objectives.Ensures high-quality programs and excellent customer service.Models inclusive management behaviors and embraces all dimensions of diversity - building strong teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to our missionResponsible for hiring, coaching, and managing all direct reports and ensuring alignment with association people practices for all positions within their organizational structure.Ensures branch is achieving targets and producing meaningful qualitative results.Designs and implements strategy to drive membership and program enrollment and growth while ensuring a high-quality and transformative Y ExperienceEnsures implementation of high-quality member engagement strategies and programs to support center and association goals and strategies.Oversees plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and key results.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 on all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, and community leaders) and develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.Enhances the Y's reputation in the community by engaging with partners, businesses, school districts, and other non-profit organizations that are invested in strengthening the community.Oversees the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.Identifies growth opportunities, conducts forecasting monthly, and corrects financial deficiencies on a timely basis.Leads the development of, and monthly variance reports reviews, with the Community Vice-President, implementing action plans to stay on plan with the annual budget.Enhances the Y's reputation in the community by engaging with partners, businesses, school districts, and other non-profit organizations that are invested in strengthening the community (e.g., serving on the local chamber, building relationships with local, city, and county officials, and representatives)Recruits develops, and maintains a highly effective Advisory BoardDrives successful fund-raising and financial development, working with the Community Vice-President to meet annual objectives.Leads strong board/volunteer and staff participation.Serves on task forces, and/or committees as needed.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:

Must have experience working with Boards, supervising government contracts, demonstrated growth in fundraising campaigns, strategic planning, staff leadership/development and a proven record of successful fiscal management.Three to five years demonstrated leadership role with proven abilities in branch operations, staff management, board development, membership marketing, financial management, fundraising and community program development.Ability to think conceptually, good analytical skills, and assertiveness to manage the scope and diversity of the responsibilities, multiple demands and priorities and achieve organizational objectives.Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.Preferred Qualifications :

Bi-lingualBachelor's degree in related fieldYMCA leadership experience

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)