The YMCA of Southern Nevada is seeking a new CEO to lead us forward.

Job Description

EXECUTIVE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

YMCA of SOUTHERN NEVADA

Position: Chief Executive Officer (President and Chief Executive Officer)

Address: 4141 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas NV 89107

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is an equal opportunity employer

committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.

The YMCA of Southern Nevada has a commitment to creating a culture of safety.

The Opportunity

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is seeking a new CEO to lead us forward. As one of the oldest and largest charities in the region, the Y serves over 60,000 individuals annually through a wide range of impactful programs, including childcare, senior services, sports, education, fitness, health interventions, and more. Our mission is to strengthen the community and be inclusive of all.

The Las Vegas Valley is one of the nation's fastest-growing areas, but it faces challenges such as limited access to quality childcare and education. Currently, 74% of families with children under six cannot access licensed childcare, and childcare costs exceed in-state college tuition. Additionally, fewer than 50% of Nevada’s public elementary students are proficient in math and reading. The YMCA is uniquely positioned to address these issues, having developed a strong subsidized preschool program serving over 475 children annually, with plans to expand further in partnership with Clark County and North Las Vegas.

Partnerships are essential to our growing impact. In the past 20 years, we've opened three new facilities through public/private partnerships and collaborated with Medicare and Medicaid insurers to provide low-income families with free access to our amenities and programs. Recently, we partnered with the Clark County School District to offer afterschool academic interventions.

Supported by a dedicated board of directors, a seasoned leadership team, and robust fundraising that contributes 30-35% of our revenue, 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 Mission

The Las Vegas YMCA is an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility in Southern Nevada.

Lasting Personal and Social Change Comes About When We All Work Together

Our Cause

At the YMCA Of Southern Nevada, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Position Description

The YMCA of Southern Nevada 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 the YMCA of Southern Nevada. 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 Y of Southern Nevada 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 of Southern Nevada 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.

Qualifications

Criteria for candidates:

• Accredited 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.
• 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.
• Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.
• 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.
• Strategic planning and fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.
• Fiscally sound business management approach.
• A proven record of accomplishment of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.
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Essential Functions

Key Performance Objectives

Develop and Implement a Strategic Plan: Work effectively with volunteers, community leaders, and key staff, to create and develop a strategic plan that addresses the needs of the communities served by the Y and includes defined organizational strategies, a clear implementation plan with deliverables, and measurable goals. Key competencies: Change Leadership, Communication & Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Program/Project Management

Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan that will establish the YMCA as a leading nonprofit organization within the community through the engagement of members, volunteers, staff, and donors. Identify the need for successful capital fundraising, while taking the organization to a new level of effectiveness and impact in annual giving and endowment. Key competencies: Philanthropy, Engaging Community, Communication & Influence

Position the Y as a Vital Partner: Serve as an ambassador for the mission, purpose, and vision for the YMCA within the community. Possess the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, while always upholding the highest standards and values of the Y. Ensure your Y is seen as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Key competencies: Communication & Influence, Engaging Community, Collaboration

Fiscal Management: Use high-level financial analysis to forecast financial trends, growth and stability, while consistently leading organization to balance or surplus operations by growing earned revenue and contributions and controlling costs. Empower and guide staff leaders to lead their departments to successful financial operation. Develop and implement stewardship strategies. Key competencies: Fiscal Management, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Developing Self & Others, Philanthropy

Improve Operating Performance: Engage the board and appropriate staff to develop an annual tactical plan for identifying and achieving key goals and objectives towards operating with safe, relevant and sustainable practices. Quickly address issues that may arise, forecast future needs, and manage and direct the Y’s operations and activities. Key competencies: Developing Self & Others, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Innovation

Maintenance and Development of Facilities (Capital Development): Lead your Y through stages of a current or future capital development project, whether it’s initial planning, research and viability; architectural and schematic design phases; construction management; or the operational start-up of your new, renovated, or expanded facility. Key competencies: fiscal Management, Program/Project Management, Change Leadership, Critical Thinking & Decision Making

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and incomes – ensuring everyone has an opportunity to reach their full potential and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay.

Current Key Strategic Initiatives

• Early Childhood Program Expansion
• Third Party Membership Growth
• Preventative Health for Older Adults
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Membership

• 32,513 Members
• 13,391 Membership Units
• 3% Youth
• 14% Adults
• 45% Household
• 38% Senior
• YMCA of Southern Nevada offers the DOD Military Membership and offers a Military and Veteran Discount:
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Branch/Facility Information

Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA (YMCA owned)

4141 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89107

Durango Hills YMCA (YMCA public-private partnership with the City of Las Vegas)

3521 North Durango Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89129

Centennial Hills YMCA (YMCA public-private partnership with the City of Las Vegas)

6601 North Buffalo Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89131

SkyView YMCA (YMCA public-private partnership with the City of North Las Vegas)

3050 East Centennial Parkway, North Las Vegas, NV 89081

Programs

The YMCA of Southern Nevada offers a variety of significant program offerings to our community. Our programs and participation numbers are outlined below.

• Active Older Adult Programming: 3,527 participants
• Card Clubs, Senior Connections, Volunteer Ambassadors
• Youth Enrichment Programming: 4,127 participants
• STEM clubs, Teen programs, Innovation Labs, Y PE
• Youth Sports Programs: 2,733 participants
• Summer Day Camp and Holiday Camps: 1,985 participants
• YMCA Preschool: 475 participants
• American Red Cross Courses: 413 participants
• CPR, Babysitter Training, Lifeguard Certification
• Take a Hike Program: 2,333 participants
• Aquatics Programming: 3,588 participants
• Diverse Abilities Swim Lessons and Safety Around Water
• Parent Child, Preschool, Youth, Teen & Adult, AOA Swim Lessons
• Swim Camp, Pre-Swim Team, Swim Team
• Power Scholars Academic Intervention Program: 324 participants
• Lifeguard Workforce Development Program: 75 participants
• Free Meals and Snacks for the Community: 50,763 meals served
• Emergency Afterschool Care for Clark County School District Students: 138 participants
• Evidence-Based Health Intervention Programs: 91 participants
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Annual Campaign

Prior Year’s Total

$1,353,570

Current Year’s Goal

$1,312,000

Current Year’s Amount raised as of July 2, 2024

$765,539

Government Grants

Prior Year’s Total

$2,212,419

Current Year’s Goal

$2,934,557

Current Year’s Amount raised as of May 31, 2024

$464,204

Previous Year’s Campaign Impact

Total number of people receiving financial assistance (scholarship)

2023: 35,174

Total amount awarded in financial assistance (scholarship)

$3,891,568

NOTES

Previous year’s campaign impact numbers include participants of and funding from government grants, which are separate from the Annual Campaign.

Capital Campaign(s)

Our latest capital campaign is fully funded, including through a $2,336,069 government grant that is reflected in the government grants section above (2023 actual: $773,545; 2024 obligated: $1,569,024). All projects are completed or will be completed by the fall of 2024. Funding was secured to transform the tennis courts and deteriorating playground at the Bill & Lillie Heinrich YMCA into a soccer field with a new playground; upgrade some fitness equipment across the four branches; and pilot a popup preschool initiative at the SkyView YMCA. The soccer field and playground are complete; the fitness upgrade is largely completed, with a handful of small purchases occurring during the summer of 2024; and the popup preschool will open in the fall of 2024.

Staff

Current Staff

FT - 59

PT - 407

Seasonal - 239

CEO Direct Reports

• CFO (Chief Financial Officer) - Thomas Seidl
• Director of Development – Jordan Sommaggio
• Facilities Director – Stanton Snow
• Executive Assistant – Sonia Davis
• Director of Human Resources – Annie Arcuri
• Branch Executive Director, Heinrich – Erica Stegall
• Branch Executive Director, Durango Hills – Brianna Barber
• Branch Executive Director, Centennial Hills – Emily Sowers
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Board of Directors

Board members - 32

Committees

• Facilities Development Committee – 11
• Finance Committee – 15
• Membership and Program Development Committee – 15
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Financial Snapshot

• Total assets: $11,568,316
• Current annual budget: $11,331,521
• Cash on hand: $1,227,202
• Current endowment: $2,012,217
• Current debt: $2,053,251
• Balanced budget for 2024 excluding depreciation
• 3-year pattern of annual surplus/deficit:
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Membership Population & Demographics

• American Indian or Alaska Native 0.78%
• Asian 5.48%
• Black or African American 13.68%
• Hispanic or Latino 16.24%
• Middle Eastern or North African 0%
• Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0%
• White53.99%
• Not Listed 5.84%
• Two or More 0%
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Additional Important Information

Area Amenities And Community Benefits

When people think of Las Vegas, the image that comes to mind is usually of the iconic Las Vegas Strip. Indeed, the City of Las Vegas boasts some of the best restaurants and shows in the nation. It is no wonder that nearly 40 million visitors come to the city each year.

The area’s appeal, however, spans well beyond its entertainment. Las Vegas has an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. The valley is surrounded by mountains on all sides, ranging from Red Rock National Conservation Area, to the Valley of Fire, to Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, to Charleston Peak. In the winter months the city has a ski resort just an hour’s drive away. In the summer you can go boating or swimming in Lake Mead, or hop in one of the state of the art YMCA pools. The city is also home to multiple professional sports teams, including Stanley Cup Champions, the Vegas Golden Knights, WNBA Champions, the Las Vegas Aces, and many more. Furthermore, the international airport is just a short drive away.

As a final bonus, Las Vegas remains comparatively affordable, with residents enjoying no state income tax. It is no wonder Las Vegas is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the nation.

Salary Range: $180,000 - $230,000 annually

Benefits: Retirement contribution, vacation plan, health plan and other benefits per personnel policy included.

Residency Expectation: The CEO is expected to be highly engaged and visible in our community. Living in the YMCA’s service area is required. This is an in-person position based out of the Bill and Lillie Heinrich YMCA (4141 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV, 89107).

Criteria For Candidates

• Accredited 4-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and personal values consistent with the YMCA mission.
• 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.
• Must be able to develop and strengthen community relationships.
• 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.
• Strategic planning and fundraising experience including annual campaigns and the securing of grants.
• Fiscally sound business management approach.
• A proven record of accomplishment of progressive budgetary leadership and advanced fiscal management practices.
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Other Sites For Information

www.ymca.org

https://www.lasvegasymca.org/

Target Dates for the search process

Resumes accepted through: August 30th

Preliminary interviews scheduled: September 30th- October 1st (in-person)

Final interviews: October 14th & 15th (in-person)

New CEO on board (anticipated): December 2024

To Apply

Candidates will apply via the following website: https://tinyurl.com/YMCA-of-Southern-Nevada-CEO

Application, References, Background Check, And Organizational Leader Certification

Candidates must submit the following in their online application, uploading a PDF of your cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Candidates who advance to final interviews will need to submit six references (four professional and two personal). References checked only with prior notification. Successful candidate accepting the offer must pass a background check and must have a current Y-USA’s Organizational Leader Certification or obtain certification within the first three years from start date as the CEO.

Questions Regarding This Position Should Be Directed To

Sandy Morander

YMCA of the USA

210-284-5593

Sandy.Morander@ymca.net