Overview:



Our Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

YGS is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven executive for a combined Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Office (COO) role. This position will be pivotal in leading mission impact, financial, operational, and strategic initiatives, supporting the CEO, and overseeing the day-to-day management of accounting, finance, procurement, IT, and multi-branch operations. The role involves community engagement, strategic planning, change management, and effective communication across all organizational levels. The successful candidate will be a strong leader with high integrity, adept at financial strategy and operational excellence, and capable of driving mission impact, organizational growth, and community engagement. The position is based in Seattle, WA, with 15-30% travel required. 

The CFO/COO will demonstrate the following attributes: 

Strengthen the Y’s culture by demonstrating the values of the Y - honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and passion for excellence - in every aspect of work 

Deep commitment to the mission of the YMCA, its members and the communities served 

Proven champion of social responsibilities, diversity, and inclusion; model cultural competence and support diversity, effectively working with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions 

Develop Self and Others; demonstrate executive team leadership and management, teamwork and personal accountability, seeking and providing feedback, coaching, and resources for development 

Strategic, results-oriented, growth focus and strong work ethic; take the initiative and hold self and others accountable to meet or exceed quantitative and qualitative goals relating to operations, people (employees and members), philanthropy, finance, and volunteerism 

Responsible for continuous quality improvement of branch operations 

Facilitate change, seek opportunities in the change systems process, model adaptability, and lead transition and transformation in support of the Y’s mission 

Inspire others; promote creativity, generate excitement, and reward risk taking, while consistently demonstrating a high level of emotional maturity, maintaining a positive attitude and building strong relationships 

Culture influencer, trust builder, pacesetter, change maker at the systems level, and community connector 

Passionate community organizer and advocate 

Big thinker at the systems level to drive sustainable social change 

Strong leader with the ability to effectively execute and communicate a vision for both the short- and long-term direction of the organization’s branches 

Established reputation as a diplomatic leader who is able to transcend personal politics, engage a wide range of ideologies, and build consensus and community 

Ability to work through political barriers, build consensus, and enact change 

Proven people management and development skills and ability to play a day-to-day role in directing staff 

Eloquent, articulate, and persuasive communication style (oral and written) 

Excited to work collaboratively in a matrix organization with other SLT members are partners and influencers in the organization and community. 

What you'll get from working at The Y

Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

Retirement with generous employer contributions

Free access to mental health resources

Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)

Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs 

About the YMCA of Greater Seattle:

Founded in 1876, the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) seeks to build a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop to their fullest potential in mind, body, and spirit. YGS is an inclusive organization with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. 

YGS has responded to the region's most critical social needs for more than 148 years and currently reaches over 200,000 people of all backgrounds, abilities, and financial circumstances. Through its 14 branches and three overnight camp properties, YGS provides affordable, world-class programs spanning health and wellness, youth development, and social responsibility. YGS staff help youth reach their full potential through a wide variety of programs including overnight camps, youth-in-government, and before and after-school care. YGS also operates a powerful array of less well-known support services for at-risk-youth and young adults, offering them case management, transitional housing, mental health care and life skills. YGS serves 1 in 4 kids and teenagers in the region and is King County’s largest provider of transitional housing for youth. YGS one of the 10 largest Y Associations in the country, with a total operating budget of over $120 million. 

YGS is a dynamic, growing organization that has steadily expanded its reach and impact. In response to escalating challenges across the region, YGS has grown its network of branch facilities and broadened its social services offerings, including mental health and rapid response programs, to provide more support for children and families in crisis. Using methods proven to deliver meaningful outcomes, YGS branch staff work closely with local leaders to design the mix of programs and services best suited to the unique needs of each community. YGS offers generous financial assistance for all fee-based programs; currently, over 35% of all members receive financial assistance. 

YGS is nationally recognized for developing innovative programs replicated throughout the country, and it is at the forefront of innovative partnerships with local government, health care systems, physicians, and other nonprofits across King County-- all of whom look to YGS as a trusted partner. 

YGS is more than a mission - it's a movement powered by an unwavering belief that everyone deserves a fair chance in life. For more information, visit

Financial and Operational Highlights for 2023 -  

14 branches, three overnight camp properties, and 200+ program sites 

14,686 people built confidence in the water through lifesaving swim lessons. 

6,053 kids were active and learned lifelong lessons by participating in youth sports. 

Served 591 participants in chronic disease prevention and management programming. 

4,197 kids made lifelong memories, And friendships at Camp Orkila and Camp Colman. 

4278 campers were served at 38 day camp locations and $316,442 in scholarships were awarded to one and every 10 campers. 

1291 young people were served through the wise housing and homelessness services, including employment and training services, emergency, shelters, transitional, living programs, and permanent supportive housing. Of those housing participants, 71% obtained stable housing. 

6771 volunteers invested 73,727 hours of service to give back to their community. 

$6,874,576 was awarded in a scholarship to make wide membership accessible to those who would not be able to afford it otherwise. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with 2-3 days a week in office. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Hiring Range: $290,000 - $330,000/year

Responsibilities:

Partner with the senior leadership team to guide the organization’s future through strategic organizational design, culture enhancement, innovation, process improvement, and comprehensive financial and operational oversight. 

Supervise, lead, and retain a diverse team responsible for managing one of the largest YMCA  operating budgets in the U.S. 

Develop and execute financial, Procurement, Operations, and IT strategies that align with and support YGS’s vison, mission, and strategic direction. 

Create and implement an integrated IT/Technology strategy to drive YGS’s next-generation operations. 

Drive fiscal responsibilty and operational growth across all branches and support systems by fostering a community- and mission-focused, achievement-oriented environment. 

Cultivate a culture of innovation by introducing new program, activities,, branch developments, and IT system enhancements. 

Guide and develop senior operations staff in creating effective operating plans while ensuring compliance with policies, laws, and regulations. 

Establish annual performance goals and operating budgets, ensuring alignment across branches and monitoring financial reports to meet mission objectives and revenue targets and control expenses. 

Oversee operations at branch facilities and associated program sites and ensure all YGS locations are safe, vibrant, welcoming, well-maintained, and meet YGS, Y-USA, and Department of Health standards and all laws and standards. 

Present to various committees, elected officials, funders, stakeholders, and the Board of Directors as needed. 

Collaborate with the senior leadership team to fundraise and meet YGS’s annual financial targets and objectives. 

Act as a strategic thought partner and trusted advisor to the CEO, providing interim leadership during planned and unplanned absences. 

Work with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop and implement the strategic plan, focusing on organizational design, culture, innovation, and financial oversight. 

Lead the implementation of the "One Y, One Mission, One Team" realignment across all branches and departments, ensuring cohesive operation and collaboration. 

Manage and support branch and district teams in executing the strategic plan and operational priorities, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. 

Collaborate with the Head of Risk Management to mitigate risk through robust health and safety programs, compliance, and effective insurance management. 

Monitor programmatic and financial performance and manage budgets and forecasts to ensure goals are met and expenses are managed to achieve approved budgets and goals. 

Foster operational growth and a sense of belonging across branches and programs, supporting a community-oriented approach. 

Encourage innovation in programs, community activities, pricing strategies, member recruitment and retention, and new site development. 

Promote a positive work culture rooted in equity and justice for all , inspiring strong employee engagement and organizational success. 

Prepare presentations and updates for internal and external audiences, including the Board of Directors, and support the following board committees:  executive, finance, insurance, and investment. 

Support and inspire participation in annual, capital, and planned giving campaigns to meet financial and organizational goals.

CRITICAL LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES 

Leadership and Collaboration 

Seattle is a vibrant and diverse community across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. Working effectively across constituency groups including large and small businesses, not–for-profit organizations, civic leaders, and the YGS staff, this individual will: 

Use complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations and/or the situation, e.g., networks 

Delegate and leverage direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization, tapping their motivations and values to energize them 

Build partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root beliefs or culture 

Systematically build support at multiple levels and across groups 

Build ongoing partnerships with key stakeholders 

Be a hands-on, team-oriented leader with highly developed interpersonal skills, adept as an influencer and negotiator 

Strategic Thinking and Partnership Mindset 

YGS seeks to identify and develop strategic opportunities that widen the organization’s outreach and deepen mission impact. The successful CFO/COO will lead these efforts by: 

Supporting efforts to diversify revenue streams and create the infrastructure to enable and appropriately support 

Revising strategy for their organization and defining the evolving future of the local non-profit landscape 

Challenging assumptions and conventional wisdom with specific, supported, reasoned proposals 

Contributing to the development of an organizational strategy and justifying it with market insight 

Thinking 3-5 years ahead into the organization’s long-term strategy 

Driving Results 

With a track record of generating growth and consistently setting and delivering against targets, the CFO/COO will: 

Identify opportunities to leverage and/or redesign processes, tools, and technology to improve  operations 

Enable higher performance by incrementally improving approaches based on internal and external feedback 

Benchmark own performance against industry best practices 

Proactively seek to improve community experience at our branches and align with the organization’s mission 

Identify new ways to broaden the impact and reach of the branches in the community 

Qualifications:

BA/BS degree in accounting, finance or related field; Master’s degree preferred 

A minimum of 10 years as a successful CFO  and minimum of 7 years of successful CFO/COO experience of a medium or large, urban, financially stable YMCA or comparable financial/operational experience; Certified Public Accountant is preferred. 

Strong experience in a retail environment with operational responsibility of multi-location sites. 

Strong experience in financial management of government contracts and grants. 

Proven track record of executive leadership in urban multi-location management. 

Knowledge and experience in all aspects of operations and financial management, including staff supervision and development. 

Successful financial management in organizations with $100+M in revenues, derived from multiple sources 

Direct experience with investment management, asset allocation, bond financing, M&A, property and facility management, and other complex investment instruments 

Direct experience working with Boards of Directors and Board Committees 

Experience with volunteer/non-profit organizations 

Our Commitment 

The YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana.  We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to or the HR department at (phone number removed).