Associate Executive Director - Mary Sierra Family YMCA

Description Under the direction of the VP of Operations, The Associate Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA. Serving the rapidly growing Wesley Chapel area, the Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA is slated for completion in the fall of 2026, and will serve as the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA's newest addition. The Associate Executive Director provides Cause Driven Leadership in supervising a top performing team, volunteer management, fiscal management, financial development, membership and program administration, facility & equipment stewardship, community relations, and personal-professional development. Responsible for leading and growing a Family Center operation that includes a $4 million budget and 2500+ household membership units. Key areas of responsibility include ongoing expansion and retention of the membership base in a rapidly growing market, engagement through quality and innovative programs and services, expand the center's Annual Giving Campaign, build community relations/partnerships, and ensure effective communication and coordination between center program lines and with association program line leaders/supervisors. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Program Quality/Growth Directly supervises program directors in the areas of: Aquatics, Wellness, Sports and Youth Program (Camp, Afterschool, KDO, Family Programming and Stay N Play) Achieves all established goals and objectives through Association scorecard targets, including net promoter scores, budget margin, revenue growth, and expanding market share. Ensures all Tampa Y standards and best practices are implemented and followed. Apply YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention. Ensures all team members are properly trained and prepared for emergency situations. This includes implementing and following training requirements in addition to ensuring proper reporting of all incidents/accidents according to risk management procedures. Ensures the safety and maintenance of well-maintained facilities, grounds and equipment, coordinating repairs and enhancements with Property Management Team(s). Actively participates in the Executive Leadership team, as well as select program cabinet groups. Leads Association initiatives as assigned. Development/Fundraising Assists with the establishment of Annual Giving Campaign Goals and works with Association Development Team in identifying capital, endowment, and grant opportunities. Develops and maintains relationships with current and potential funding sources, both private and public. Understands the pressing community needs and generates support for our cause and proven solutions for meaningful, enduring impact and stronger communities. Achieve Annual Giving Targets and supports Association best practice compliance of donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities. Advisory Board Development Assist the VP of Operations in collaboration with the Advisory Board and volunteer committees to educate the community about the work of the YMCA and its mission. Support the VP of Operations in recruiting and developing key community leaders for the local Advisory Board. Maintain contacts with political, business, and civic leaders, as well as community groups and schools to develop a solid volunteer structure. Represents and promotes the Y in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area. Fiscal Management Manages/provides oversight to the center program budgets, managing to/within assigned targets, and exceeds assigned operating margin. Prepares and updates revenue and expense forecasts to center budget as needed. Evaluates trends and identifies opportunities utilizing key metrics and critical thinking Develops and implements plans to expand the reach and influence of the Y through expansion of program and membership within association guidelines Team Leadership Provides leadership to all program directors and their staff members, serving as secondary supervisor to hire, develop, motivate, influence and retain a committed team passionate about the YMCA's mission, safety and service to members, and the Tampa Y promise. Provides leadership to all center staff members to create and maintain meaningful and impactful relationships with the members, program participants, volunteers and community leaders. Develops others to their fullest potential with a focus on those they supervise Assists in all areas as assigned Attends and actively participates all meetings and conferences as assigned by supervisor Leads and participates in all projects, design teams, and innovations as assigned by supervisor. Must be able to lead/perform the functions of those they supervise Schedule monthly LOD calendar to ensure an exempt level director or pre-approved FT hourly staff are on site at all times while the center is in operation. RequirementsQualifications: BA/BS from an accredited college or university in business, non-profit management or related field, or equivalent experience required. Minimum of five years of experience in business operations, growth and development, community involvement, relationship building, program/business line development, staff selection, supervision and development, and day-to-day enterprise operations management Prior experience in large facility management (40sf or larger) and/or program area management preferred. Supervision of large Y operations or similar health, wellness, recreation operation (Executive, or Operations Director Level) that exceeds $3M in operating revenue and 2,000 membership units (households) preferred (preference will be given to candidates with Y operational experience) Demonstrated skills in fiscal management and financial development (including annual campaign and capital campaigns) with a track record of exceeding operating margin and fundraising budget targets. Prior experience leading and/or supporting large community / special events Highly motivated and entrepreneurial with the consistent ability to meet or exceed goals, cultivate and retain members, volunteers and program participants. Ability to quickly build rapport and develop effective relationships with members, volunteers, program prospects and others to achieve goals. Consistently self-driven and goal-oriented with the ability to set effective team and individual goals and take ownership for results. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt to changing contexts and priorities. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify and leverage relevant data to use in planning and decision-making. Ability to understand, adapt to and interact with diverse people, teams, perspectives and cultures. Proficient in using email, Internet, and other PC-based applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, customer service/tracking applications) with the ability to learn and adapt to new technology. Valid driver license and will require occasional local travel Certifications/Trainings Required: Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in CPR AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration. Maintain other required certifications as stated in the training matrix. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job including, but not limited to: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and authorized work phone/smart device Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including but not limited to, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds Must have the ability to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgements and decisions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate This position may require the availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, as well as on ground support during weather events. ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause driven measures, operating results, financial margins, grant metrics and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.

Created: 2026-03-04