Executive Director - Northwest Family YMCA

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Job Description

Join the Tampa Metro Area YMCA as Executive Director of the Northwest YMCA Family Center and West Park Village Fitness Center, where mission meets momentum. This is a unique opportunity to lead in one of Tampa Bay’s fastest-growing markets while advancing a cause-driven organization dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the Executive Director provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for two dynamic facilities serving more than 1,600 households and a $2.5M operating portfolio.

The role blends operational excellence, people leadership, community engagement, and growth strategy—offering the chance to expand membership, deepen partnerships, and make a lasting impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and the exceptional quality of life Tampa Bay has to offer.

• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to strengthening communities and improving lives
• Lead in a rapid-growth market with significant opportunity to expand membership, programs, and partnerships
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Generous PTO
• Excellent health benefits
• 12% retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Live and work in Tampa Bay, a vibrant region known for its quality of life, outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and year-round sunshine

• Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, staff development, and community engagement
• Experience leading complex facilities and/or program operations preferred
• YMCA senior leadership experience strongly preferred (Associate Executive, Executive Director, Operations Director)
• Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar budgets and large membership bases

• Mission-driven, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented
• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Proven financial acumen and fundraising experience
• Ability to lead diverse teams and engage diverse communities
• Data-informed decision-maker with strong analytical skills
• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable in fast-changing environments

• CPR Pro, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration (within 30 days of hire)
• Valid driver’s license meeting YMCA insurance standards
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and community events

• Provide day-to-day executive leadership for the Northwest Family Center and West Park Village Fitness Center
• Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team, including Aquatics, Programs, Operations, and Property
• Foster a strong culture of safety, service excellence, and mission alignment
• Actively participate on the YMCA Executive Leadership Team and lead Association initiatives as assigned

• Drive membership, program growth, and market expansion while achieving key strategic and financial goals
• Deliver exceptional member experiences aligned with YMCA standards and best practices
• Ensure safe, well-maintained, and welcoming facilities, grounds, and equipment
• Build and lead a highly trained, high-performing team focused on operational excellence and safety
• Collaborate with executive leadership to advance Association-wide initiatives and organizational impact
• Achieve strategic plan goals and Association scorecard targets (membership growth, revenue, margin, engagement, NPS)

• Lead and support an engaged, high-impact Advisory Board
• Build and sustain strong relationships with community, civic, business, and government leaders
• Serve as a visible ambassador for the YMCA in…