Chief Executive Officer na WEST MORRIS AREA YMCA

Chief Executive Officer

EXECUTIVE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

WEST MORRIS YMCA

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Address: 14 Dover Chester Rd, Randolph, NJ 07869

Website: https://www.wmaymca.org/

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. We work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.

The Opportunity:

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced, mission-driven leader to take the next big step in their career and serve as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a truly community-centered YMCA. The new CEO will build upon an established membership base, long-term growth strategy, and a strong, passionate staff who are deeply committed to strengthening lives and enriching the community they love.

The Board is seeking an innovative, strategic, and community-minded executive who can expand the Y’s impact, continue to build trust, and deepen relationships across our service area. The CEO will be a visible and engaged leader, cultivating partnerships that enhance our reputation and advance our mission. At the heart of this role is a steadfast commitment to youth development and safety. The CEO ensures a culture where the well-being of all people is never compromised—setting the standard for excellence, exceeding compliance, and embedding safety into every aspect of our YMCA.

Key Skills and Abilities of Our Next CEO:

The Board expects its new CEO to lead within the framework of a strong, measurable operational plan; a living roadmap that the CEO will own, drive, and be held accountable to. This plan will translate the Y’s vision and strategic priorities into concrete actions, ensuring that day-to-day operations are aligned with long-term goals. The CEO, working closely with staff, will guide organizational priorities, allocate resources effectively, and respond to the evolving needs of the community.

The operational plan will also serve as the basis for evaluating progress through defined strategies, deliverables, and measurable outcomes. By establishing clear benchmarks and accountability measures, the plan ensures that success is not only envisioned but also consistently achieved and sustained.

The Board believes its new CEO should be an experienced leader who has the background and qualities to achieve excellence in the following areas:

• Position the Y as a Vital Community Partner: Serve as a visible ambassador for the YMCA’s mission, vision, and values. Build and sustain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, ensuring the Y is recognized as a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community by connecting people to purpose and potential. Key Competencies: Communication & Influence, Engaging Community, Collaboration  
• Steward Fundraising Efforts: Develop and carry out a comprehensive fundraising plan that elevates the YMCA’s standing in the community. Engage members, volunteers, staff, and donors to grow annual giving, endowment, and capital fundraising efforts for lasting impact. Key Competencies: Philanthropy, Engaging Community, Communication & Influence

• Fiscal Management: Apply high-level financial analysis to forecast trends, drive growth, and ensure long-term stability. Lead the Y to balance or surplus operations by expanding revenue and contributions while managing costs. Guide staff leaders in achieving financial success within their departments and implement strong stewardship strategies. Key Competencies: Fiscal Management, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Developing Self & Others, Philanthropy

• Build and Lead Staff: Implement an effective talent development system grounded in cultural competence. Recruit, motivate, retain, and hold staff accountable, while fostering a culture of connection, camaraderie, and shared purpose. Promote a learning environment where staff achieve their highest potential. Key Competencies: Developing Self & Others, Inclusion, Emotional Maturity, Change Leadership

• Maintenance and Development of Facilities (Capital Development): Lead capital development efforts from initial planning and feasibility through design, construction, and operational start-up of new, renovated, or expanded facilities. Maintain and update existing facilities to ensure they remain safe, well-functioning, and welcoming for members and program participants. Ensure all projects and ongoing improvements meet community needs and position the Y for long-term success. Key Competencies: Fiscal Management, Program/Project Management, Change Leadership, Critical Thinking & Decision Making

• Develop an Effective and Diverse Volunteer Board: Partner with the board and governance committee to strengthen board capacity and diversity. Recruit, train, and renew volunteers to ensure governance practices align with strategic goals and reflect the communities served. Key Competencies: Volunteerism, Change Leadership, Engaging Community

Essential Functions

About the YMCA:

The West Morris Area YMCA operates a full-facility including a fitness center, multi-purpose rooms, gymnasium, outdoor field, aquatic center, early childhood center, and teen center. The Y delivers diverse programming across aquatics, youth development, early learning, before and after school care, community development, and health and wellness initiatives. The Y demonstrates commitment to innovation and specialized community needs through programs including partnerships with the Parkinson's Foundation, SMARTfit technology integration, HIIT classes, pickleball skills development, and senior programming. The Y recently achieved Praesidium Accreditation in January 2025, demonstrating its commitment to the highest standards of abuse risk management. To learn more, go to: https://www.wmaymca.org

Our Mission:

The West Morris Area YMCA, a non-profit charitable organization, has evolved to meet the needs of the communities we serve since 1889.  We provide best-in-class opportunities promoting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Our Cause & Values:

• Youth Development: At the YMCA, we believe in nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to help young people grow into confident, engaged, and thriving members of the community.
• Healthy Living: We’re dedicated to helping individuals and families live healthier, happier lives. With a wide range of programs, resources, and support, we empower people of all ages and fitness levels to take charge of their well-being.
• Social Responsibility: At the YMCA, we believe in strengthening communities and fostering a culture of giving back. Through programs and initiatives, we empower individuals to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Current 5-Year Strategic Plan’s Initiatives:

• Maintain retention levels at 70% or higher
• Increase fundraising by 300%
• Implement a responsible and aggressive facility management plan
• Recruit, engage and develop our paid and non-paid staff
• Expand awareness and reach within our service area

Membership:

• Total Number of Members: 8,323
• Total Number of Membership Units: 4,324
  • 12% Youth
  • 20% Adults
  • 28% Family
  • 33% Senior (adult + family)

Core Programs:

• Aquatics/Swim Lessons Youth and Adult
• Out of School Time: Before and After School, Day Camp
• Universal PreK
• Group Exercise
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Youth Swim Team
• Masters Swim Program
• Rock Steady Boxing/Programming for People with Parkinson’s
• Chronic Illness Programming/Aquatic Rehabilitation

Annual Support Campaign:

• Prior Year’s Total: $112,278
• Current Year’s Goal: $150,000
• Total number of people receiving financial assistance prior year: 2,418

Staff:

• FT: 30
• PT: 228
• Seasonal: 10

CEO Direct Reports:

• Chief Financial Officer
• VP of Operations
• VP of Fundraising and Public Relations
• HR Compliance Officer
• Facilities Director
• CEO Administrative Assistant

Board of Directors:

• Number of Governing Board Members:11
• Committees:
  • Facilities
  • Finance
  • Program & Marketing
  • Board Development
  • Executive
  • Fundraising
  • Community Health Initiatives

Financial:

• Current Annual Budget Size: $5.8mil
• Current Debt: $570,000

About the Area:

Living and working in West Morris, NJ offers the best of both worlds—quiet, scenic neighborhoods surrounded by rolling hills and woodlands, combined with the convenience of being close to major highways, shopping, and dining. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, top-rated schools, and plenty of outdoor recreation with nearby parks, trails, and historic sites. With its blend of rural charm and suburban amenities, West Morris provides a welcoming environment for families and individuals looking for a peaceful yet connected lifestyle. Learn more about West Morris, NJ and the surrounding area:

• Morris County, NJ Official Website – morriscountynj.gov
  Covers county services, parks, events, and community resources.
• Morris County Tourism Bureau – morriscountytourism.org
  Great for local history, attractions, dining, and cultural events.
• Local School Districts – wmrhsd.org
  Information about West Morris Mendham and West Morris Central high schools.
• VisitNJ.org (State Tourism) – visitnj.org
  Highlights things to do, places to stay, and attractions across New Jersey, including Morris County.
• Atlantic Health System – atlantichealth.org/morristown  

Salary Range: $150,000 to $180,000 annually

Benefits:

• YMCA Retirement: 12% contribution paid by Y once eligibility is met
• YMCA 403B savings account
• Health plan: 85% paid by Y, 15% paid by employee
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays
• Other benefits per personnel policy such as discounted program fees, free summer camp for dependent children, education reimbursement.

Residency Expectation: The new CEO is required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the YMCA and the communities it serves. The CEO is expected to work in the YMCA on a day-to-day basis, with remote work only on an occasional or as needed basis. The CEO will be an actively engaged leader in the YMCA and the local community.

Criteria for candidates:

1. Accredited 4-year college degree and or equivalent work experience. 

2. Fiscally sound business management approach with a proven track record of budgetary and fiscal management more than $3M or more annually. 

3. 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. Non-profit experience a plus.

Search Process Target Dates:

• New CEO on board (anticipated): January 1, 2026, or earlier                 

References, Background Check, and Organizational Leader Certification:

Candidates must submit (pdf format only) the following in their online application: a resume, cover letter. Applications submitted 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. The YMCA's personnel policies may require further screening.

Candidates must apply by submitting their resume via email to HR Coordinator at [email protected]

Questions about the Search Process?

Contact Richard Clegg, Y-USA CEO Search Senior Consultant, DBD Group, [email protected].

Questions about the YMCA?

Contact Paul Kieltyka, Vice-President, Alliance Services, New Jersey Alliance of YMCAs, [email protected]

  

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