YMCA San Antonio
Executive Director
YMCA San Antonio, Schertz, Texas, United States, 78154
The Executive Director directs the overall operations of the Schertz Family YMCA & Schertz Senior Center. 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Branch Operations
Models the 5 Voice Attributes of Welcoming, Nurturing, Genuine, Determined, and Hopeful as a guide for staff and member engagement.
Emulates the cause-driven leader on duty practices at all times.
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 Y Support Center 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 Staff Development team.
Community Development
Collaborates with the Philanthropy department and relevant branch committees to develop a strategy to fully engage community leaders, corporations, members, staff, and volunteers in successful fundraising efforts through the One Y and United Way campaigns.
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 on a monthly basis for funders or partners, such as the City of Schertz, United Way, and similar agencies.
Participates in Capital and Endowment campaigns, when applicable.
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.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Multi-Team or Branch Leader):
Mission Advancement:
Reinforces the Ys values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s 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 YMCA. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA 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.
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 Greater San Antonio, as well as implementation of these values in all daily work activity is a necessity in this leadership role.
Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred.
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, 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 and Gmail.
Must be able to understand software systems, or be able to learn within 60 days of hire date.
Certifications required within the first month of hire: Redwoods Bloodborne Pathogens, Defensive Driving, and Hazardous Communications.
Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: CPR Pro and First Aid. If working at a location with a pool, must also complete O2 certification.
A Texas Driver’s license is required as well as the ability to drive to various locations within the greater San Antonio metropolitan area.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a fast-paced office environment that requires attending meetings at different off-site locations.
Employee must be able to drive to multiple appointments in a day.
Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.
Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration. This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.
Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.
Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
Incumbent must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time, as well as, able to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils is essential.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Branch Operations
Models the 5 Voice Attributes of Welcoming, Nurturing, Genuine, Determined, and Hopeful as a guide for staff and member engagement.
Emulates the cause-driven leader on duty practices at all times.
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 Y Support Center 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 Staff Development team.
Community Development
Collaborates with the Philanthropy department and relevant branch committees to develop a strategy to fully engage community leaders, corporations, members, staff, and volunteers in successful fundraising efforts through the One Y and United Way campaigns.
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 on a monthly basis for funders or partners, such as the City of Schertz, United Way, and similar agencies.
Participates in Capital and Endowment campaigns, when applicable.
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.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Multi-Team or Branch Leader):
Mission Advancement:
Reinforces the Ys values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s 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 YMCA. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA 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.
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 Greater San Antonio, as well as implementation of these values in all daily work activity is a necessity in this leadership role.
Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred.
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, 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 and Gmail.
Must be able to understand software systems, or be able to learn within 60 days of hire date.
Certifications required within the first month of hire: Redwoods Bloodborne Pathogens, Defensive Driving, and Hazardous Communications.
Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: CPR Pro and First Aid. If working at a location with a pool, must also complete O2 certification.
A Texas Driver’s license is required as well as the ability to drive to various locations within the greater San Antonio metropolitan area.
YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a fast-paced office environment that requires attending meetings at different off-site locations.
Employee must be able to drive to multiple appointments in a day.
Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.
Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration. This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.
Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.
Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
Incumbent must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time, as well as, able to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils is essential.
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