Branch Director

YMCA
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YMCA of Georgia’s Piedmont is seeking an experienced and mission-driven YMCA candidate to fill the role of Branch Director in Monroe,GA
Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the new Walton County YMCA in Monroe Georgia (expected to open in early 2025). The Walton YMCA will consist of an eight-lane competition pool, a warm water therapy pool, a state-of-the-art wellness center, a group fitness studio, and child care rooms. A successful applicant should be a visionary leader who can develop and enhance the YMCA within the community. The Branch Director is responsible for managing membership development, programs, facilities, budget, volunteer/staff development, and local Annual Campaign. The Branch Director is primarily responsible for assuring conformity with policies and procedures as adopted by the Association.

Strong benefits and medical package available. Paid vacation and sick time after successful completion of the qualification period. 12% funded retirement by YMCA after meeting eligibility requirements. Complimentary family membership which includes discounted rate for programs. 

Qualifications

·  Education: Bachelors degree (BA) from a four year college or university preferred.

·  Certifications/Experience: 5-7 years successful YMCA management and supervisory experience preferred. Branch Leader certified or has begun Y USA Leadership certifications.

·  Must be self-motivated, energetic, personable, dedicated, and well-organized.

·  Ability to communicate and motivate others about the YMCA, its mission, and programs.

Essential Functions

·  Responsible for all branch operations related to programs, membership, facilities as well as community relations. Ensure a growth-based performance.

·  Responsible for staff recruitment, development, training, supervision, and evaluation. 

·  Responsible for achieving branch operating budget projections. 

·  Responsible for developing and instituting the branch annual sustaining campaign. 

·  Responsible for management of the facility, cleanliness, and safety. 

·  Will be required to have a demonstrated background in fiscal management, financial development, recruitment and development of volunteer leadership, community involvement, and strategic planning. 

·  Responsible for successful management of day-to-day facilities of branch integrating all Association policies and procedures. 

·  Should possess skills in managing multiple priorities, communications, and motivation of staff and volunteers.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement:  Models and teaches the Ys values.  Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives.  Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.  Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising. 

Collaboration:  Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.  Builds relationships to create small communities.  Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict.  Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.  Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support. 

Operational Effectiveness:  Provides others with frameworks for making decisions.  Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities.  Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team.  Effectively creates and manages budgets.  Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth:  Shares new insights.  Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change.  Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.  Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.