Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Kennett Area YMCA - Kennett Square , PA 19348Salary Range: $65,524.00 - $85,181.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Executive/DirectorEmbark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure
The Associate Executive Director drives branch operations in support of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine Strategic Plan. Oversees assigned areas of a YMCA branch, which may include membership, marketing, programs, and/or facilities.  Responsible for volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies. Provides leadership to committee(s) and advisory board(s) and annual campaign participation.
Who Are We?
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Perks & Benefits
Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What You’ll Do
Establishes with the branch leadership team long range plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives.
Ensure all required staff certifications and qualifications meet YGBW standards and are recorded in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Ensure all areas of responsibility of the branch business plan are executed upon.
Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
Monitor monthly financial reports in areas of responsibility to ensure that revenue targets are met and expenses are controlled.
Provides staff support for assigned committees.  Provides staff leadership for annual support campaign.
Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
Recruits, hires, trains, develops and directs employees and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Develops, manages, and monitors assigned operating budgets to meet or exceed targets. Recommends adjustments to the budget to assure a balanced operation and submits reports on current operations.
Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and Association mission, goals, and strategies.
May ensure the maintenance of facilities and properties of the branch to assure high standards of maintenance, safety, cleanliness and to assure that the requirements of regulatory codes are fully met.
Serves as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsWhat You'll Need
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required
At least seven years of program management experience preferably at a YMCA.
Five or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit agency
Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising
Preferred knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations required
Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred
Must be fluent in spoken and written English
Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Why You Need To Apply
Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!