General Manager - Early Years

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city. Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring, and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults, and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps, and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive, and lead.

General Manager - Early Years

Salary: $67,079.00/year - $83,849.00/year

Start Date: Immediately

Benefits

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
• Pension or student loan repayment plan with specified contribution matched by the Association;
• Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

Qualifications

• A professional, yet relationship-based and service-oriented approach;
• Post-Secondary degree in business, early childhood development or health-related discipline and YMCA management experience;
• 5-7 years’ experience and demonstrated success in leadership and management positions;
• Strong financial management, human resources management, and fund development skills;
• Well-respected and able to establish credibility with internal stakeholders and external partners;
• Proven experience in the management of partnerships is critical;
• Ability to develop and deliver programs, and integrate knowledge of YMCA programs in determining how to measure impact;
• Excellent oral, presentation and written communication skills with strong organizational skills;
• Previous supervisory experience in a licensed childcare;
• Childcare provincial certification would be considered an asset;
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol;
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Three professional references.

Role Responsibilities

Fund Development

• Actively champion the annual campaign, develop branch goals as part of the Association Fund Development Plan;
• Implement your stewardship plans;
• Model fund development best practices by executing your own personal asks for the annual campaign;
• Develop capacity and understanding in the areas of endowment, sponsorship, and major gifts.

Staff Development and Capacity Building

• Maintain an engaged and responsive staff and volunteer team by providing strong leadership and focusing on key annual branch and Association objectives;
• Actively develop your staff team utilizing a strength-based approach and by engaging in regular conversation about their performance.

Health and Safety

• Be an engaged and active member of the Association Health and Safety committee;
• Ensure all health and safety systems, policies, and procedures are executed within your branch and within your spheres of influence.

Community Engagement

• Ensure YMCA is represented on external community groups that are relevant to the Early Years and meeting local community needs;
• Maintain strong connections with our key partners in the community;
• Maintain effective communication and connections with the provincial childcare regulatory bodies.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure excellent service by identifying and responding to the needs of all users and partners;
• Commit to delivering exceptional quality in all programs and services so our participants are afforded opportunities to belong, grow, thrive, and lead;
• Retain oversight for all the key financial metrics and outcome objectives for your branch and for your Integrated Leadership Team.

Qualities We Look For

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement.

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally. Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email [email protected].