Executive Director; Dixon Family YMCA

YOUR IMPACT

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Oversees the total operation of Dixon Family YMCA, including membership, marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies. Community engagement and staff development are key areas of focus for the position with an emphasis on facility safety, staff management, and YMCA Service Standards.

The YMCA seeks to provide a flexible, results‑oriented work environment. As such, executives enjoy the potential to work remotely. To support the branches, programs, and people they serve, executives will be asked to spend a majority of their time on‑site observing, supporting and leading.

• Recruit, hire and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Supervise and support staff, fostering professional growth and team success.
• Oversee staffing, training, scheduling, payroll, and programming in compliance with YMCA and regulatory standards.
• Maintain and update Staff Handbooks.
• Address employee questions and concerns, including performance, promptly.
• Ensure staff are trained in emergency protocols, risk management, and child abuse prevention.
• Keep records of staff certifications, training, meetings, and audits.
• Leads individual and team meetings with direct reports, quarterly cabinet meetings and one annual branch meeting.
• Fosters a culture of open communication, mutual respect, and innovation, leveraging engagement from stakeholders at all levels to enhance decision‑making and problem‑solving across the association.

• Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member and participant‑focused programs, which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies to boost program participation and membership.
• Develops and directs high quality relationship‑based member engagement strategies. Models relationship‑building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure program excellence, effective marketing, seamless enrollment, and outcome reporting.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and oversee a robust system of data collection and data analysis that will be used to drive performance in all areas of operation. This includes, but is not limited to, membership and program reporting, payroll, budget, operating plans. The senior leader will use this information track and respond to data.
• Together with department directors, collaborates with the marketing department to effectively market and promote all membership and programmatic opportunities. Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations and third‑party vendors.

• Collaborates with department directors to ensure all equipment repairs and hazards are reported promptly.
• Regularly inspect facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness by maintaining high‑quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Manage chemical maintenance and safety of aquatic facilities.
• Respond to emergencies per YMCA protocols and submit related reports.

• Develops, manages, and monitors operating budget and meet or exceeds budget targets.
• Directs the financial development activities through strategic planning efforts and the development of the annual operating plan.
• Strategic thinking, planning experience, and exceptional time management abilities. Capable of managing various tasks concurrently and meeting challenging timelines. Achieves key deliverables in the areas of fiscal management, fund development, staff development, volunteer development, and quality results as explained in the vital signs documents.

• Build a culture that supports YMCA service standards.
• Promote inclusion, character development, and equity in all programs.
• Address member concerns promptly.
• Provides leadership and support to the annual…