EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - SOCIAL IMPACT

POSITION SUMMARY: This is an Executive level, association-wide position within the Skagit Valley Family YMCA (Skagit Y) that participates in strategy formulation and decision-making. The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for leadership and oversight for Social Impact programs, which include shelter services, drop-in and outreach services, prevention coalition activities, leadership within the statewide Functional Zero movement, and other emerging social responsibility initiatives as assigned. The ED will provide strategic leadership to advance the Skagit Y’s mission through grant and government contract procurement and management for Social Impact programs. They will assist the CEO in positioning the Skagit Y as a valued and impactful partner in the local community. The ED will also coordinate with the Advancement Team as a grant and government contract expert. Additionally, the ED will provide guidance and evaluation of new and emerging social responsibility initiatives. Finally, the ED will serve as direct supervisor to leadership within all Social Impact programs.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The Skagit Valley Family YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. The Y does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. All staff hired at the Y are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Serve as primary leader of the Social Impact division of the Skagit Y.

· Serve as an Executive member of the Skagit Y’s leadership team.

· In partnership with the Advancement Team, train and lead selected Y staff or contractors in researching association and department grant opportunities for the benefit of Social Impact and related programs.

· Develop strategies to increase volunteer and board member engagement at all levels of the Social Impact division.

· In collaboration with the CEO and Director of Philanthropy, develops processes and is actively involved in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects for Social Impact programs.

· Prepare and coordinate grant and contract proposals from state and local government sources and private foundations for Social Impact programs.

· Establish and monitor Social Impact division budgets for the Skagit Y.

· Educate, motivate and provide feedback to staff and volunteers related to best practices in Social Impact programs.

· Manage state and local contract compliance and reporting for Social Impact programs.

· Facilitates monthly data reporting and program dashboarding, including acting as the primary Association lead on ensuring Homeless Management Information (HMIS) reporting and compliance.

· Participate within the Advancement team as a grant and government contract expert.

· Serve as oversight and Association Lead to the Functional Zero movement (formerly known as the Anchor Community Initiative).

· Directly supervise the primary Social Impact program leaders, including applicable Managers and Coordinators.

· Engages in legislative advocacy efforts annually.

· Holds positive relationships with partners across governmental, educational system, nonprofit, community-based, and other institutional settings.

· Positively represents Social Impact programs and the Skagit Y across coalitions, task forces, and other a