Chief Executive Officer

This leader will demonstrate a passion for community service and appreciation for the role of Jewish values, culture, traditions and community life play in shaping the mission of the York JCC. The CEO will be committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating welcoming environments for people of all backgrounds. They will demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence, integrity, and professionalism and believe strongly in the power of civic institutions to create community and belonging. Strategic Vision and Organizational Leadership The CEO will be an inspiring leader who brings experience with strategic planning and can translate vision into clear priorities, measurable outcomes, and organizational alignment. A forward-looking problem solver, they will bring demonstrated experience building, growing, or leading organizations through periods of significant transformation and be skilled at strengthening leadership structures, financial management, establishing performance metrics and accountability frameworks, and fostering cross-functional collaboration across a dynamic and evolving organization. With a keen focus on quality and inclusion, they will know how to ensure programs and services remain responsive to evolving community needs. They will establish strong and collaborative relationships with the Board of Directors, effectively leveraging board expertise while maintaining clear governance and operational boundaries. This will include providing timely and transparent communication to the Board regarding organizational performance, opportunities, risks and strategic recommendations as well as supporting Board recruitment. Business Acumen and Financial Leadership The CEO will be a seasoned and disciplined business leader with a strong track record of guiding financially complex organizations through growth, strengthening long-term sustainability, and building diversified revenue strategies. They will oversee all aspects of organizational operations, including membership services, programming, early childhood education, facilities, and human resources. The CEO will bring an understanding of earned revenue models, growth strategy, and operational discipline to achieve goals, with the ability to make sound financial decisions in resource-constrained environments while positioning the organization for the future. Ideally, this leader will bring experience with facilities and capital planning/projects. Resource Development and External Representative The CEO will serve as an inspiring ambassador for the York JCC and will bring demonstrated executive-level fundraising experience and the ability to cultivate strategic partnerships in the community. This leader will be comfortable serving as a visible external ambassador for the organization, elevating York JCC's profile and sharing its successes. Working with the team and the Board, they will cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, community leaders, foundations, and funding partners. They will possess the credibility and communication skills necessary to engage a wide variety of stakeholders and supporters and be seen as a champion for the organization within the community. A Dedicated and Trusted Leader An experienced and motivational leader, the CEO will demonstrate the ability to build and lead an effective, high-performing team that delivers on ambitious goals while ensuring operational excellence and fiscal responsibility. The CEO will bring the ability to listen, set clear objectives, motivate the team to achieve superior results, and provide regular feedback and coaching. In doing so, they will foster both accountability and professional growth. The CEO will ensure that staff are effectively guided, supported, and celebrated for their contributions, while cultivating a positive, collaborative culture where people of all backgrounds may thrive. Through thoughtful performance management, leadership development, and organizational structure, the CEO will drive continuous improvement, engagement and results.