Leads and grows key areas of impact with membership engagement, youth and family programming and healthy living initiatives at our Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter, Sr. Community Center.  This position is an important member of the center leadership team making a difference in the local community.  As part of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility.

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive benefit package, including health insurance and retirement.
• Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Free YMCA household membership.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Hiring Range:  $55,000 - $58,000

OUR CULTURE: 
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

• Drive program and membership growth by developing, implementing, and managing strategic operating plans aligned with YMCA goals; monitor progress and ensure continuous improvement.

• Support overall center operations and partner with the Executive Director on community engagement initiatives to strengthen the YMCA’s visibility and impact.

• Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and YMCA standards and regulations, maintaining a safe and high-quality experience for all participants.

• Manage department budgets strategically, aligning financial resources with key priorities and long-term objectives.

• Use data-driven decision-making to analyze trends, monitor performance, and forecast future financial and programmatic growth.

• Lead and develop staff and volunteers, fostering a positive team culture focused on service, inclusion and accountability.

• Design and deliver high-quality, member-focused programs by embracing creativity, calculated risk-taking, and responsiveness to societal, economic, and community needs.

• Encourage innovation and recognize bold ideas, supporting a learning culture where new approaches are valued—even when outcomes are uncertain.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Able to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality
• Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• Able to make independent and sound decisions in a fast paced environment.
• Detail oriented with good organizational skills, and be multi-task proficient.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to new software.
• CPR and First Aid and Oxygen certifications, training available.
  • First Aid.
  • CPRPro (includes AED).
  • Emergency Oxygen.
• Must have reliable transportation.  Travel around the Greater Kansas City area is required