at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Executive Director- Foglia YMCA
Company : Name Linked
Foglia YMCA
Job Locations
US-IL-Lake Zurich
Location : Address
1025 N. Old McHenry Rd.
Category
Operations Leadership
Schedule
40+ hours
ID
2023-15133
Hours
Full-time
Make a Difference in Your Community!
Executive Director Opportunity
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring for an Executive Director for the Foglia YMCA in Lake Zurich, IL.
The Executive Director has primary responsibility for the overall leadership of the centers, community engagement, executing on the strategic/operational plan, budget management, oversight of all membership center programs and services, marketing, team leadership, and continuous improvement.
This leadership role is responsible for the development and management for a staff of 75+. The position partners with the management team and community to improve existing programs and launch new programs. An important focus for the Executive Director is to retain and increase membership, improve marketing and deepen community engagement. The Executive Director manages the overall center operations, fiscal management and fundraising for a 3MM+ dollar budget.
The YMCA is a vibrant part of Chicagoland community. At the heart of the YMCA lies the power to transform-both yourself and the world around you. From exceptional fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs, pre-school and school age programs to our fun family and community events, the YMCA offers an array of options focused on strengthening bodies, minds and communities.
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!
Scope of Responsibilities:
Ensures that the YMCA is a vibrant community center meeting the needs of members, participants and families while executing on the strategic and operating plan.
Manages the center in accordance with the policies, procedures and standards established by the Board of Managers of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago with counsel and guidance of the Center Board of Directors, where applicable.
Manages the total operating budget of approximately $3MM+ and approximately 75+ full-time and part-time staff. Provides program and membership leadership including staff and volunteers.
Provides leadership to program launches and new program development. Continuously updates and improves current programs such as youth and teen programs, family activities, day camp, before and after school programs (onsite/offsite), fitness and collaborative ventures with community and other partners.
Provides leadership to the annual support campaign and fundraising, grants management and financial development.
Collaborates with community networks to develop membership strategies and programs to address community needs and operating goals. Collaborates with community groups, partners and others in order to further the work of the YMCA.
Participates in the membership and marketing initiatives of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago as well as creates new and innovative approaches to attract and retain membership. Ensures continuous improvement year over year.
Administers the member continuous improvement plans. Improves on customer service metrics.
Supports the mission and vision of the YMCA as assigned
Team Management
Provides professional development and leadership to center leaders and team members to enhance staff learning, career development and operational effectiveness. Facilitates all-staff meetings and in-services.
Identifies, manages and motivates a high-performing team that accomplishes program objectives. Hires, on-boards and trains leaders and team members and provides ongoing training and development in accordance with program standards and staff development plans. Ensures staff are compliant with required trainings and certifications.
Establishes, monitors and evaluates team goals and performance standards. Evaluates team members and provides coaching and intervention as necessary. Coaches, mentors, and develops leaders and team members to optimize performance.
Manages time and attendance for current staff,... For full info follow application link.
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