Executive Director - Catonsville

About the Y in Central Maryland

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 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.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Dependent care FSA
• Generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training and development programs

About the Role

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 4,000+ household membership units and a combined budget of $2.5 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of one or more Y Family Centers
• Provide leadership in associate hiring, supervision, and development
• Manage volunteers effectively
• Handle fiscal management and financial development
• Administer membership and programs
• Ensure facility and equipment stewardship
• Develop and maintain community relations
• Focus on personal and professional development
• Develop, implement, and monitor long-range plans for program and service expansion
• Lead and grow Family Center operations of 4,000+ household membership units
• Manage a combined budget of $2.5 million

Requirements

• A love of wellness and people
• At least five (5) years of prior experience successfully managing Health & Wellness, recreation, and youth programming, preferably in a Y or similar organization
• Ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• Prior experience supervising a 4,000+ unit health & wellness center that provides services for all ages
• Proven track record in business operations including producing growth and strong financial management
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Business Management, Business Administration, or equivalent

Code of Conduct

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.