Membership Director

Position: Membership Director Salary Range: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00

Build connections. Strengthen community.

Are you ready to grow your career while helping others achieve their goals, build meaningful relationships, and find a place where they truly belong?

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is looking for an energetic, community-focused leader to join us as our next Membership Director! If you thrive on connecting with people, developing staff, and strengthening community relationships while supporting the Y's mission, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

What you will do at the Y:

Lead Membership & Engagement

• Drive membership growth and retention through exceptional service and relationship-building
• Lead member tours, onboarding, and engagement efforts
• Monitor membership trends and help improve the member experience
• Collaborate with other branch leaders to strengthen the Y's role as a community hub

Create a Welcoming Environment

• Foster a culture where every person feels welcomed, valued, and supported
• Connect members to programs and opportunities that support their goals and well-being
• Ensure welcoming and belonging are reflected in all member interactions and experiences

Lead and Support Your Team

• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing membership team
• Collaborate with branch leadership to support operational goals and branch initiative

What You Bring:

• Proven ability to lead and develop teams to deliver exceptional member experiences
• Experience growing membership and retention through relationship-building and engagement
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for creating welcoming environments
• Results-driven with the ability to use data and execute effectively
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with 3+ years in membership, sales, or customer experience leadership
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Knowledge of the Alexandria community is a plus
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Why You Should Join Our Team: At the Y, you'll be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact every day.

• Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in your community every day.
• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven workplace.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive plans to ensure you and your family can receive the care you need.
• Wellness Programs: Y membership for you and your family to support your physical and mental health.
• Retirement Plans to Secure your Financial Future: The Y will contribute 10% of your salary into the Y's retirement savings plan after eligibility requirements are met. You also have the option to make additional contributions to the Y's 403(b) and ROTH plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Training and Development: Access to professional development programs, workshops, and certifications.
• Welcoming Environment: A commitment to ensuring all employees feel valued.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.