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The Y offers both full-time and part-time career opportunities in a variety of areas. Use our job search tools to find salaried, full-time positions at Ys throughout the United States.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, MISSOURI STATE ALLIANCE YMCA: YMCA of Greater Kansas City Location: Kansas City, MO Job Description: POSITION DESCRIPTION:The CEO is responsible for the advancement and general operation of the MO State Alliance which serves to: positively impact public policy; ensure elected federal, state and local leaders are knowledgeable about the Y's mission and cause; foster statewide communication, cooperation and consensus on issues important to MO Ys; secure necessary resources; and be recognized as the principle advocate for MO YMCAs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The MO State Alliance of YMCA's Executive Committee (governing body) is looking for a CEO who will be responsible for supporting and implementing the strategies and goals of the alliance which capitalizes on the YMCA's purpose, values, and position as one of the nation's largest non-profit organization serving youth and families. The CEO will also have a primary responsibility to advocate, on behalf of the 24 corporate Ys and its 70+ branches serving hundreds of communities across Missouri, to state elected officials, related commissions, agencies, and governmental departments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly motivated and cause-driven professional to work closely with the MO Alliance of YMCA's Executive Committee. This individual will be responsible for: building the strength and effectiveness of the YMCA Caucus; fostering relationships with elected officials and collaborations with like-minded organizations and agencies; and educating local Y staff and volunteers to be effective advocates. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for: day-to-day operations of the Alliance including working with various committees, overseeing the budget and securing funding sources and other financial opportunities to support statewide initiatives; coordination of events, including the annual MO Advocacy Days, and state-wide initiatives. KEY DELIVERABLES: Pioneering Healthy Communities/Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Grant: The implementation of this policy, system and environmental (PSE) change project is critical. Advocacy: Act as the principal advocate for the Alliance. Represent the YMCA in state legislative and agency meetings. Develop a legislative agenda in harmony with the YMCA mission. Utilize and develop the grassroots strength of the YMCAs in Missouri. Work with legal counsel and other specialists as necessary. Strategic Direction: Create and update a strategy to achieve priority issues as developed by the Alliance Executive Committee. Develop strategic alliances and coalitions with like-minded organizations. Operations: Manage the day to day operations of the Alliance including managing the legislative, regulatory and public affairs work of the Alliance under the direction of the Alliance Executive Committee. Work with Alliance Committees and Task Forces as necessary. Provide Strong Fiscal Leadership: Important fiscal goals include supervising and maintaining the Alliance's operating budget; developing specialized campaigns and creative revenue streams - including securing grants to support statewide initiatives. Work with the Alliance Executive Committee to secure funding from all MO YMCAs in support of the Alliance. Fund Development: Develop consistent and continuous funding streams to support the work of the Alliance. Conference Development: This includes conference planning, including revenue development with sponsors, exhibitors, and implementation of the State Alliance partner program. Annual CEO Conference, and a bi-annual Key Leaders Mid-States Conference are current programs. Relationships: Build relationships with legislators, especially members of the YMCA Caucus and other elected officials that have a YMCA in their voting district. Develop relationships with state commissions and governmental departments which align with the purpose and focus of the YMCA. MINIMUM CRITERIA FOR CANDIDATES:
Applicants will be required to submit the following: resume, cover letter and six (6) professional references (supervisors, direct reports, professional colleagues). Process: Posting will close April 19th, with a search committee working to narrow applicants for telephone interviews, with a final process involving the Executive Committee, Lobbyist, and Volunteers, with final approval of the CEO by the State Alliance Board. For additional questions please contact Patricia Miller, Interim Director, Missouri State Alliance at pkelley.ymca@sbcglobal.net or Andrea Allison-Putman, Chief People Officer, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, andreaallisonputman@kansascityymca.org. Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 HOW TO APPLY Online applications accepted only. You will be requested to submit the following with your online application: A resume, cover letter and six professional references (2 current/recent past supervisors, 2 current/recent direct reports, 2 professional colleagues only).
Only electronic file submissions will be accepted. Questions concerning the application process may be directed via e-mail and/or telephone to the assigned YMCA of the USA Management Consultant. Apply Online: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=YMCA_OF_GREATER_KANSAS_CITY&cws=4&rid=1251 Resumes until: 4/19/2013 Contact: Andrea Allison-Putman |
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