The Northwestern Connecticut YMCA is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.
Job Description
The Northwestern Connecticut YMCA has a commitment to creating a culture of safety.
The YMCA is and has always been committed to creating a culture of safety where youth are free from all types of abuse, harassment and bullying. The Y has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to the prohibition of child abuse and neglect and youth-to-youth abuse. This policy applies to all employees, members of the Y, volunteers, guests, and vendors associated with the Y. Policies, procedures and employee & volunteer training have been created with this goal in mind. Any allegation or report of such abuse will be taken seriously and steps will be taken to fully investigate the report with appropriate action taken to eliminate such behavior.
As America’s favorite swimming instructor, the Y is committed to creating and maintaining a safe swimming environment through employee training and certification and multi-level supervision including: swim testing, use of swimming level banding, as well as, wearing WAVE Drowning prevention headbands, when available.
The Opportunity
Since the late 1800s, the Northwestern Connecticut YMCA has been a cornerstone of our communities, deeply rooted and widely recognized. This rich history has paved the way for incredible opportunities to expand our services and better serve our local communities today.
We are in search of a visionary leader who can elevate this YMCA to new heights of success. This individual should possess the foresight to craft a compelling vision and the charisma to communicate it effectively to various funding sources, unlocking the full potential of what lies ahead for our YMCA. Equally important, this leader must be dedicated to building a self-sufficient internal team, fostering an environment of individual growth and operational excellence. Above all, our next leader must be able to articulate a transformative vision that ensures our YMCA remains a vital and relevant force in the lives of those we serve, just as it has been for over three centuries. Join us in this exciting journey to shape the future and continue our legacy of impact and inspiration.
Qualifications
- Accredited 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.
- Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.
- Minimum five years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees.
- Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.
- Have the ability to develop innovative programs, review and enhance programs being offered or considered for both economy and the effectiveness in broadening our engagement in the communities in which we serve.
- Strategic planning and Fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.
- Fiscally sound business management approach.
- A proven record of accomplishment of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.
- YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to achieve within 3 years.
Essential Functions
Position Description
The Northwestern Connecticut YMCA is seeking an innovative, strategic and community minded individual to serve as its next CEO. The CEO will build trust and extend the breadth and depth of the YMCA’s reach across our service area. The CEO will lead collaborative efforts to grow and maintain productive working relationships in the community that enhances our reputation and furthers our mission and impact.
This position requires a servant-leader attitude, who demonstrates great communication skills, and an ability to work in harmony with others. This leader should also be committed to working in partnership with staff, community stakeholders, and other business leaders.
Key Performance Objectives
Improve Operating Performance: Engage the board and appropriate staff to develop an annual tactical plan for identifying and achieving key goals and objectives toward operating with safe, relevant, and sustainable practices. Quickly address issues that may arise, forecast future needs, and manage and direct the Y’s operations and activities.
Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff, to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y and includes defined organizational strategies, a clear implementation plan with deliverables, and measurable goals.
Fiscal Management: Use high-level financial analysis to forecast financial trends, growth and stability, while consistently leading organization to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions and controlling costs. Empower and guide staff leaders to lead their departments to successful financial operation. Develop and implement stewardship strategies.
Build and Lead Staff: Ensure a talent development system is in place and executed in affirming, culturally competent and effectively. Hire, motivate, nurture, retain, and hold staff accountable for key objectives. Work towards recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting staff that represent the diversity of the communities you serve. Encourage the team by creating a spirit of camaraderie, inclusion, and sense of mission and purpose. Create a learning organization to help staff achieve their highest potential.
Maintenance and Development of Facilities (Capital Development): Lead your Y through stages of a current or future capital development project, whether it’s initial planning, research and viability; architectural and schematic design phases; construction management; or the operational start-up of your new, renovated, or expanded facility.
Position the Y as a Vital Partner for Community Change: Serve as an ambassador for the mission, purpose, and vision for the YMCA within the community. Possess the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, while always upholding the highest standards and values of the Y. Ensure your Y is seen as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other.
Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that will establish the YMCA as a leading nonprofit organization within the community through the engagement of members, volunteers, staff, and donors. Identify the need for successful capital fundraising, while taking the organization to a new level of effectiveness and impact in annual giving and endowment.
Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 annually
Benefits: 75% paid medical, 50% dental, life insurance, $600/ month car allowance, lap top, cell phone. Retirement contribution is 5% YMCA paid, 3% Employee paid. Vacation based upon years of Y service (2-5 weeks), major holidays, 5 sick days per year and 1 personal day per quarter.
Residency Expectation: The CEO is expected to be highly engaged and visible in our community. Living in the YMCA’s service area is preferred.
Target Dates for the Search Process
Resumes accepted through: 11/1/24
Preliminary interviews scheduled: 12/3 and 12/5
Final interviews: 12/16 and 12/17
New CEO on board (anticipated): TBD
To Apply
Candidates will apply via the following website:
Application, References, Background Check, and Organizational Leader Certification:
Candidates must submit the following in their online application, uploading a PDF of your cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Candidates who advance to final interviews will need to submit six references (four professional and two personal). References checked only with prior notification. Successful candidate accepting the offer must pass a background check and must have a current Y-USA’s Organizational Leader Certification or obtain certification within the first three years from start date as the CEO.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Shaneé Jenkins, Sr. Director, Executive Leadership - CEO Search, , (312) 416-0852 or Chris Pallato, CEO,CT/RI Alliance of YMCAs, , (860) 670-3261
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