Job Details

This position supports the work of the Armed Services YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the military community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Associate Executive Director provides support in the following areas: daily operations; human resources; financial management; budget preparation; special events; fundraising; program development, maintenance and implementation; contract tracking including required reports and directly supervises the Fairbanks Program Director, Y on Wheels Shuttle drivers and Bargain Shop staff. The Associate Executive Director serves as the Acting Executive Director in his/her absence.

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• Prior YMCA experience preferred.
• Minimum age requirement applies; minimum age of 21.
• Must be an organized self-starter who works well independently as well as on a team. In addition, must be customer service oriented with good phone, interpersonal and writing skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Must have operational management experience.
• Must have experience in program design and implementation.
• A basic knowledge of budget development and tracking is highly desired.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe platforms is required.
• Experience with public relations and working with local media outlets and/or public affairs is preferred.
• Must have experience with military lifestyles.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving abstract.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primarily an office environment using computer, scanner, fax and copier equipment.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs).
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• Ability to work under pressure, work with the Executive Director, Board Members, military personnel, community and philanthropic organizations, staff and volunteers.
• May occasionally be expected to work at special events outside normal working hours, including some weekends.
• Some travel (30%) is required.