President and CEO

Company: The National Council of Young Men's Christian Asso
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

EXECUTIVE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTYMCA OF THE CAPITAL AREAPosition: Chief Executive Officer (President and Chief Executive Officer)Address: 8704 Jefferson Hwy., Ste. B, Baton Rouge, LA 70809YMCA of the Capital Area is an equal opportunity employercommitted to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.YMCA Capital Area has a commitment to creating a culture of safety.The OpportunityThe YMCA of the Capital Area is seeking a new CEO to lead us forward. As one of the oldest and largest charities in the region, the Y serves over 42,000 individuals annually through a wide range of impactful programs, including childcare, senior services, sports, education, fitness, health interventions, and more.Supported by a dedicated board of directors, a seasoned leadership team, the next CEO will have the opportunity to shape the vision and direction of our organization, expanding our reach and creating lasting community impact.Our MissionTo put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.Our Impact: We seek to protect and nurture all those we serve, helping them reach their full potential, improve their health and well-being, and to support social change that will unite all people.Our Cause For Action:Drivers of a common vision to achieve desired outcomes that strengthen community throughYOUTH DEVELOPMENTNurturing the potential of every childHEALTHY LIVINGImproving the community's health and well-beingSOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYGiving back and providing support to our neighborsPosition DescriptionThe YMCA of the Capital Area is seeking a growth-minded and experienced leader to serve as its next President and CEO. The President and CEO will report to the Board of Directors, and will oversee a staff team with functional expertise in fiscal management, financial development, facilities management, staffing, and operations.We are seeking a visionary leader equipped to set the direction and develop a strategic plan for our YMCA. He or she will foster strong relationships with the board of directors and community partners, and will steward efforts to raise funds that allow us to continue to expand our impact. The successful candidate will be a seasoned leader who trusts his or her team and maintains the familial culture the YMCA of the Capital Area has built. He or she will come to the Y with new ideas that allow us to better serve our community, as well as respect for the legacy the Y has built. The successful candidate will demonstrate passion for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, as well as the leadership skills to facilitate meaningful change.Criteria for candidates:1. Accredited 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.2. Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.3. Minimum five years prior experience in a senior management role with a YMCA or related experience at a comparable organization with direct supervision of multiple levels of staff and employees.4. Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.5. Have the ability to develop innovative programs, review and enhance programs being offered or considered for both economy and the effectiveness in broadening our engagement in the communities in which we serve.6. Strategic planning and Fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.7. Fiscally sound business management approach.8. A proven record of accomplishment of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.9. YMCA Organizational Leader Certification or ability to achieve within 3 years.
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