Chief Executive Officer

About the role

The YMCA of Moore County is an equal opportunity employer. We work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year college degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Fiscally sound business management approach with a proven record of budgetary and fiscal leadership for an organization of more than $1.4 million annually.
• Minimum of seven years of senior management experience with a YMCA or comparable organization, including direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and strengthen community relationships.
• Ability to develop innovative programs and evaluate existing or proposed programs for financial effectiveness, community relevance, and broader engagement.
• Strategic planning and fundraising experience, including annual campaigns and grant opportunities.
• Current YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to obtain certification within three years.

Essential Functions

• Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff to create and implement a strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y. The plan should include clear organizational strategies, defined deliverables, and measurable goals.
• Fiscal Management: Use high-level financial analysis to forecast trends, support growth, and maintain financial stability. Lead the organization toward balanced or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions, controlling expenses, and guiding staff leaders toward strong departmental performance. Develop and implement stewardship strategies that strengthen long-term sustainability.
• Improve Operating Performance: Engage the board and appropriate staff in developing an annual tactical plan that identifies key goals and objectives and supports safe, relevant, and sustainable operations.
• 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 and cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Build and Lead Staff: Ensure a talent development system is in place and executed effectively while fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture.
• Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that strengthens the YMCA’s impact through donor engagement and community support.

About the YMCA of Moore County

The YMCA of Moore County has served the Dumas community and surrounding area since 1960. Today, it supports more than 3,000 members and operates with an annual budget of approximately $1.4 million. The organization is financially stable and debt-free, reflecting a long-standing commitment to responsible stewardship and sustainability. Governed by a dedicated and engaged Board of Directors, the YMCA is supported by a committed staff team and a strong culture of collaboration and service. Together, they have established the YMCA as a trusted and valued presence in the community.

Current Key Strategic Initiatives

• Develop programs and facility offerings aligned with local needs.
• Strengthen partnerships and community engagement.
• Advance planning and construction of new gymnasium.

Salary, Benefits, & Criteria

• Salary Range: $68,000 to $75,000 annually.
• Benefits: The YMCA of Moore County offers a competitive benefits package that includes participation in the YMCA Retirement Plan, a 403(b) savings plan, health insurance, paid time off, and additional benefits in accordance with YMCA personnel policies.
• Residency Expectation: Living in the YMCA’s service area is required.