Executive Director Maryland Alliance of YMCAs

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 Executive Director supports the work of the state’s six Y associations, who collectively form one of Maryland’s leading and most impactful organizations committed to strengthening community across the state through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Executive Director is responsible for connecting with all six YMCA associations from across the Maryland to build capacity, impact local communities, carry out the Y mission, speak with a unified voice and establish a strong statewide presence.
This position will be responsible for developing and advancing the alliance’s legislative priorities; elevating the Y’s reputation and presence with elected officials and governmental agencies across the state; forming collaborations across the state to advance the strategic goals of the alliance; and building strong networks
that provide opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and support. The Executive Director also provides direction and leadership for the achievement of alliance goals in accordance with the policies, procedures and standards established by the alliance member CEOs that will advance the mission of the YMCA.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Advocate and advance the State Alliance with Maryland’s state officials
Actively interact and communicate with Y CEOs and their designees in Maryland, elected and appointed state officials, the community at large, the Y’s lobbying firm, and volunteers and be seen as an active and integral member of the Y’s executive leadership in the state. Act as an ambassador for the mission, cause and vision
for the YMCA within the state and be seen and respected as a leader, with the ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, while always upholding the Y’s values.
∙ Support the alliance and individual Y association leadership in the development of annual legislative priorities; tracking and advocating on key issues
∙ Work with the alliance’s lobbying firm to manage relationships with state elected officials and state agencies to further the Y’s interests and issues
∙ Work with the Y’s lobbying firm to review legislation and, where relevant, monitor hearings ∙ Guide Y CEOs and associations in how best to engage in public policy issues
∙ Represent the Y on statewide initiatives, taskforces and committees that are relevant to the Y’s policy objectives and interests
∙ Work with the Y-USA Government Affairs team to help the alliance and its member associations better understand the impact of federal issues, and to manage relationships with federal elected officials
∙ Working with the alliance members, its lobbying firm and the Y-USA Government Affairs team, plan and coordinate opportunities for elected officials to visit Y locations and programs across the state to further their understanding of the Y’s work, mission and impact in the state
∙ Represent the alliance at national and local advocacy activities, events, meetings and trainings ∙ Participate in community-based advocacy efforts.
∙ Coordinating with local Y CEOs and fundraising professionals, identify state and local governmental funding opportunities to support the capital and operating needs of local Ys
∙ When requested, work with local Y CEOs and fundraising professionals to design, submit and manage government funding proposals.
∙ Manage the alliance’s relationship with its contract lobbying firm, ensuring delivery of contract provisions. This includes evaluating their performance annually with input from Alliance members, developing and issuing a RFP when applicable, and communicating and strategizing regularly