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, they’ve made 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.At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!POSITION SUMMARY:
The Associate Executive Director is responsible for the operation, supervision, and support of tween/teen programs at the Y Family Center across the region. This includes overseeing teen program initiatives. The role ensures recruitment and retention, quality programming, fiscal and data management, evaluation, and grant compliance. The Associate Executive Director works collaboratively with funders, schools, communities, Family Centers, and internal Y stakeholders while upholding Y core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility across the following key result areas:
Program QualityRevenue GrowthTalent Acquisition & RetentionFiscal ManagementPhilanthropyVolunteer Engagement
Essential Functions:
Develop goals aligned with the Y’s strategic objectives in collaboration with the Senior Executive Director.Supervise, develop, and evaluate associates within the region.Serve as Y liaison to school districts, supporting alignment with district strategies.Oversee youth development programs, ensuring compliance, outcome measurement, and effective implementation.Manage partnerships, fostering collaboration and engagement.Work with external evaluators to develop metrics and data collection systems.Maintain financial oversight, including budget management and internal controls for grant programs.Identify and pursue funding opportunities to enhance programming.Oversee programs such as Youth and Government, Y Achievers, and Leaders Club, providing career readiness, life skills training, social-emotional development, and paid internships for youth in the Next Generation Scholars program.Manage the Youth Employment Program, including summer and school-year programming, internships, and workforce training with local business partnerships.Ensure program data collection, evaluation, and grant compliance.Represent the Y in school district collaborations and external partnerships.Lead by example, fostering professionalism, accountability, and alignment with Y's core values.Perform other duties as assigned.
Y Leadership Competencies:
Advancing Our Mission & Cause - Provide visionary leadership to the organization and ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community
Building Relationships - Connect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships, and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs
Leading Operations - Ensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community
Developing & Inspiring People - Support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
Possess a bachelor’s degree in youth-related education, project management, business management, or a related field. Master's Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in managing grant-funded outcomes-based youth development programming, including fiscal management, staff supervision, and multi-site management.
SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent Problem-Solving skillsAdvanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and Google G Suite
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Stand in one area for extended periods of time.Stand and walk for extended periods of time.Ascend and descend steps.Occasional outdoor activities.Lift and move up to 50 lbs.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physically able to complete required job functions, including use of hands, arms, fingers, able to talk and hear, use a computer, sit and stand, regularly move/lift up to 50 pounds, enter all Y environments (office spaces, indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas, fitness areas, pool and pool space, camping areas, unimproved outdoor locations and other program areas).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.