Associate Executive Director

The Associate Executive Director oversees assigned areas of a YMCA Center including health, well-being and fitness, membership, aquatics, sports, and youth, teen and family programs. The Associate Executive Director will participate in volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies. Position reports to the Executive Director.

· Establish, with the center leadership team, long range plans for programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives.

· Direct management of 5 directors overseeing health and wellness, membership, aquatics, sports/family programs, and teen programs.

· Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and develop positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.

· Recruit, hire, train, develop and direct employees and volunteers. Review and evaluate staff performance. Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.

· Develop, manage and monitor assigned operating budgets to meet or exceed targets. Recommend adjustments to the budget to assure a balanced operation and submit reports on current operations.

· Develop and direct high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and Association mission, goals, and strategies.

· Engage in active listening with members to build relationships, understand individual's goals and interests and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.

· Ensure the cleanliness, safety and operational condition of facilities, equipment, and grounds of the branch to assure high standards.

· Serve as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.

· Ensure growth in membership, health & fitness, aquatics, sports, youth & teen programs.

· Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.

· Support the annual budgeting process and ensure effective management to budget while driving revenue across all departments and managing expenses.

· Bachelor's degree in exercise science, human services, recreation, business, or related field, plus three years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

· Five or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other not-for-profit agency.

Skills and Competencies:

· Ability to direct assigned operations including volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations and program development/management.

· Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with leading health, well-being, and fitness operations, including group exercise and personal training.

· Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.

· YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred.
CPR, First Aid & other program specific certifications required upon or after hire.

Why work at the Y?

· The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

· Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.

· Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.

· Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.

· Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.

· A healthy work/life balance

· Comprehensive benefits including:

· FREE YMCA Membership for you.

· Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.

· Discounted or FREE family membership.

· Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)

· Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.

· Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)

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