Senior Executive Director - South Tampa Family YMCAs & Central City/Downtown YMCA

Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA | Tampa Bay, Florida

Lead. Inspire. Build Community. Shape the Future.

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is seeking an accomplished, relationship-driven executive to lead one of our largest and most impactful Family Center portfolios. This is more than a leadership position-it is an opportunity to influence thousands of lives, steward significant community investment, and help shape the future of one of the nation's strongest and fastest-growing YMCA associations.

The Senior Executive Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for a dynamic portfolio that currently includes the South Tampa Family YMCA and Central City/Downtown YMCA, overseeing more than $7.5 million in annual revenue, $400,000+ in Annual Giving, and a broad range of programs that strengthen individuals, families, and communities every day.

An Exceptional Leadership Opportunity

This role offers the rare opportunity to lead from a position of strength. The assigned centers are supported by an experienced and highly capable leadership team, including an Associate Executive Director, three Operations Directors, and multiple Program, Aquatics, Membership, and Wellness directors in addition to over 250 program team members. The foundation is strong, allowing the next executive to focus on strategic growth, community impact, philanthropy, and leadership development.

Even more exciting, the successful candidate will play a key role in one of the most transformative periods in Tampa YMCA history. This executive will serve as a member of the leadership team helping guide the development of a new 50,000-square-foot YMCA facility, while also supporting multiple major capital improvement and renovation projects across the association.

What We're Looking For

We are searching for a seasoned, high-capacity leader who is energized by growth, community engagement, and mission-driven impact. The ideal candidate will bring a successful track record of leading complex operations, develop high-performing teams, and building meaningful relationships throughout the community.

Most importantly, this individual will possess exceptional relationship-building skills and demonstrate the ability to:

• Cultivate and steward major donors and philanthropic partners
• Build authentic relationships with community leaders, elected officials, and key stakeholders
• Lead and inspire volunteers, advisory boards, and staff teams
• Drive membership growth, program excellence, and financial sustainability
• Serve as a visible ambassador for the YMCA's mission throughout the Tampa Bay region
• Develop future leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation

Why the Tampa YMCA?

The Tampa YMCA is one of the most respected and innovative YMCA associations in the Country. We are committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility while continually investing in our people, programs, and facilities.

Our association provides leaders with opportunities to make a significant impact while working alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to serving others and advancing the YMCA movement.

In addition to our compensation package, the Tampa Y also offers 12% retirement (when eligibility requirements met), generous PTO, relocation allowance, and excellent health and dental plan.

Why Tampa Bay?

Few places in the country offer the professional opportunity and quality of life found in the Tampa Bay region.

Tampa Bay continues to be one of America's fastest-growing metropolitan areas, offering:

• Year-round sunshine and outdoor recreation
• Award-winning beaches and waterfront living
• A thriving business and nonprofit community
• Professional sports, arts, culture, and entertainment
• Outstanding dining, shopping, and family-friendly amenities
• Easy access to major airports and travel destinations
• A vibrant and diverse community committed to growth and innovation

Whether you're seeking an active coastal lifestyle, a strong sense of community, or an exceptional place to raise a family, Tampa Bay offers it all.

A Proven Pathway for Leadership Growth

This position has historically served as a launching point for some of the YMCA movement's most successful executives. Former leaders who have held this role have advanced to become:

• Chief Executive Officers
• Chief Operating Officers
• Senior Vice Presidents
• Association Executives across the YMCA movement

For the right leader, this is an opportunity not only to make an immediate impact, but to build a long-term career within one of the nation's premier YMCA associations.

Join Us

If you are a mission-driven executive who thrives on building relationships, leading high-performing teams, driving philanthropic growth, and creating lasting community impact, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

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Education/ Experience Required:

• 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 management preferred.
• Prior experience in facility and/or program area management preferred.
• Supervision of large Y operations (Associate Executive, Executive, or Operations Director Level) that exceeds $3M in operating revenue and 3,500 membership units (households) preferred (preference will be given to candidates with Y operational experience)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and ability influence other through messaging that supports the reach and impact of the Y
• Demonstrated skills in fiscal management and financial development (including annual campaign, capital, and/or planned giving).
• Prior experience supporting large community involvement (example hosting community dinners and participating in festival activities).
• 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.

Certifications/Trainings Required:

• Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in CPR Pro, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.
• Maintain other required certifications as directed by supervisor, regulatory / statutory agencies
• Must maintain a drivers license and driving record that complies with Y insurance standards and Y policies.

Please Note - To assist us in understanding the full scope of your qualifications and experience for this position, we require that all applications submitted include a cover letter to be considered.

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Full Time Benefits Summary:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off, increasing with service
• 7 paid holidays
• Employer-supported health, vision, dental insurance
• Tampa YMCA family membership
• $2,000 employer-provided assistance for qualified dependent care programs (before/after school care and camp)
• 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
• 30% off personal training
• Start at 403 (b) smart savings account through YMCA Benefits on day one of employment (optional)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through BayCare Behavioral Services (phone and online)
• Professional development opportunities through Y-USA trainings
• Retirement plan eligibility: After completing 1000 hours of service over two, twelve-month periods and at least 21 years of age, part-time and full-time associates are eligible for the Tampa YMCA to contribute 12% of your earnings to a 401(a) account. Once enrolled, the associate is immediately vested.

Association Summary:

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is a top-rated '4-star' Charity Navigator and Guidestar 'Gold' rated non-profit charitable organization for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Join a cause-driven association focused on empowering every individual in our community to reach their healthiest and most fulfilled life. Learn more about the Tampa YMCA at www.tampaymca.org.

• 14 Family Center Ys, 65-acre outdoor adventure camp, Community Learning Center, two program centers, 27 afterschool sites, 18 Early Head Start sites
• Largest youth development and health & wellness provider in the region
• 300,000+ community members served
• 1,600+ staff members
• 1000+ volunteers
• $50MM in revenue
• An independent 501(c) 3, locally-governed and managed

Located in sunny Florida, the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA offers an ideal location with beautiful weather affording a desirable setting for an active outdoor lifestyle year-round, is close to many beaches and theme parks and Florida is one of very few states that has no state income tax.

The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.