Branch Executive Director

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

The Branch Executive Director oversees the total operation of a YMCA branch with over $2.6 million in revenue. The Branch Executive Director stewards the Y's cause, promoting and protecting the brand and reputation as a global, inclusive organization within the community.  The Executive Director I oversees the operation of the branch and guides volunteer and staff development, financial development and collaboration with community stakeholders.

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.  

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00 

What You’ll Do

• Maintains a diverse volunteer Advisory Board that actively supports the YMCA’s goals and strategic plans.  Recruits, selects and develops diverse volunteers for the Branch Advisory Board.
• Builds Bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.
• Effectively communicates community benefit and the YMCA’s impact for all stakeholders including staff, volunteers, members, community leaders.  Develops positive working and collaborative relationships with other organizations, businesses and governmental entities.
• Manages the budgeting process so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.  Ensures operating budgets meet or exceed targets.
• Develops and directs high quality member engagement strategies and programs which support branch and association goals and strategies.  Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team in which will enhance the ability to have a higher service are market penetration.
• Directs the financial development activities of the branch.
• Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
• Oversees the hiring, training, development and supervision of staff.
• Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals and strategies.
• Ensures the safety and maintenance of high-quality facilities, grounds and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required
• Five or more years of management experience in a YMCA or related experience.
• Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development and fundraising
• Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising  
• Preferred knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations required
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations
• YMCA Multi-Team Leader certification preferred
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire 

Work Conditions 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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 phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!