Director – CEO Engagement

YMCA of the USA

. Provide strategic support and solutions to an assigned portfolio of Ys .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $144,000 - $177,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced strategic and operational decision-making capabilities, with a focus on cultivating CEO relationships and providing specialized consulting services. Possesses extensive experience in managing multiple teams and functions within affiliate networks and alliances.

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Strategic Decision-MakingOperational AssessmentsAdvanced Managerial SkillsRelationship BuildingConsulting Services

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Hard Skills

Financial AssessmentsOperational AssessmentsExecutive TransitionsManagement AgreementsMergersStrategy DevelopmentPlanningCollaborationProblem SolvingComplex Task Management

Soft Skills

Trust BuildingCommunicationValue-Added Engagements

Industry Keywords

Affiliate NetworksC-Suite LeadersExecutive Learning SeriesEmerging TrendsSpecialized Topics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic support and solutions to an assigned portfolio of Ys
Improve trust and strengthen relationships between CEOs and YUSA
Provide specialized consulting services covering financial and operational assessments, executive transitions, collaborations, shared services, management agreements, mergers, strategy, and planning
Collaborate with affiliate networks to coordinate and align collective goals
Implement communication processes for CEO and C-Suite leaders, including cohorts, peer communities, alliances, and learning centers
Support CEO needs related to Executive Learning Series opportunities
Convene specialized topics, emerging trends, and shared concerns
Bring customized and timely solutions
Cultivate CEO relationships through problem solving, trust building, and value-added engagements
Establish partnerships across Affiliate Networks, Alliances, and Y-USA departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Business or related disciplines required
8–12 years of experience required
Expert functional skills
Advanced industry knowledge and experience
Advanced managerial skills
Ability to manage multiple teams or functions
Strategic and operational decision-making authority
Ability to perform highly complex and managerial tasks
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Advanced degree strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Defined benefit plan (retirement savings)
Defined contribution plan (403(b) plan)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Technology stipend
Generous paid time off
Work from anywhere in the continental United States