Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 Annually


The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking an Associate Executive Director who will assist the VP of Field Operations and the Executive Director with leading the day-to-day operations of the Prospect Park YMCA.

Specific areas of responsibility will include management of a program portfolio, including Membership, Healthy Living, Aquatics, Arts & Culture, and Youth Sports. Under the supervision of the VP of Field Operations and the Executive Director, the Associate Executive Director will be responsible for the overall development, administration, strategic planning, supervision, and evaluation of these departments. This position will implement the Mission and Vision of the YMCA of Greater New York in the areas of staffing, membership, and volunteer development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the financial plan and budget for all departments.

• Recruit, develop, train, evaluate, and supervise staff and volunteers as well as ensure that staff are properly qualified, and staff expectations are clearly communicated across all departments.

• Develop and implement an effective communication plan between staff and members.

• Create and execute a strategic plan encompassing all aspects of the promotional mix, including advertising, direct marketing, sales promotion, publicity, and personal selling.

• Create and maintain a high-quality program and service portfolio that meets the current and future needs of members with the financial and human resources available.

• Provide leadership and facilitate the Program & Membership Committee, supervise and set direction in membership, guest rooms, healthy living, and aquatics.

• Ensure all aspects of billing, follow up on Accounts Receivables, process requests for credits and refunds for membership and programs, and process requests for scholarships for member services and membership transfers. Provide Member Experience Representatives with consistent training in all best practices and new initiatives.

• Create programs, services, and an atmosphere that meets the needs of the many different ethnic groups in the community.

• Assist the Executive Director in administrating the operation and developing and monitoring the operational plan.

• Represent the branch or delegate representation at AO program cabinet meetings.

• Provide leadership to the Annual Campaign.

• Provide staff leadership to the Program & Membership Committee of the Board.

• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. MS, Med, or MPH in a related field preferred.

• Minimum of five (5) years of successful operational and management experience in a high-volume urban setting.

• Proven record of successful fiscal management.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Solid computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Must be able to manage self and others in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of the Public Health approach and initiatives, as well as the needs of the New American population, is preferred.

• NYC Department of Health (DOH) requirement.

• Multicultural awareness.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical benefits, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.