Executive Director - Abingdon (Ward)

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.   If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

How this role contributes to the Y’s mission: As a Y Executive Director, you will be responsible for the daily operations of one or more Y Family Centers. You will provide leadership in the areas of associate hiring, supervision and development, volunteer management, fiscal management, financial development, membership and program administration, facility & equipment stewardship, community relations and personal-professional development. You will develop, implement and monitor long range plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall Y objectives. You will be responsible for leading and growing Family Center operations of 3400+ household membership units and a combined budget of $2.8 million. As a Y Executive Director, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by creating experiences that help people feel a greater sense of health and well-being, purpose, acceptance and belonging. This work is right for you if you have:• A love of wellness and people • The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates • Prior experience supervising a 3000+ unit YMCA or related health & wellness center that provide services for all ages • At least five years of prior experience successfully managing Health & Wellness, recreation, and youth programming field, preferably in a Y or similar organization • A proven track record in business operations including producing growth and strong financial management • A bachelor’s degree in in a Human Services, Business Management, Business Administration or equivalent