Job Type : exec_director
Job Title : Executive Director
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Executive Director,
SALARY RANGE: $38,400 - 42,000 + benefits
MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
At least a BA in Human Services or related field with a minimum
of two years in administrative/management experience. Must also have a
minimum of two years experience working with persons with disabilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
. Strong organizational background.
. Experience in the field of disability.
. Knowledge of grant proposal processes, including grant writing,
implementation, and coordination.
. Experience and/or knowledge of the range of programs serving
persons with disabilities.
. Must have working knowledge of non-profit agency
structure/operations.
. Experience with fund raising including community and public
relations.
. Experience with human services program planning and
implementation.
. Experience with the State Department of Rehabilitation and the
Independent Living Service delivery system.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
. Executes policies established by the Board of Directors and
keeps the Board informed on implementation of these policies.
. Submit timely reports according to the specifications of the
grantors.
. Oversees the overall program development and maintenance.
. Oversees the fiscal systems.
. Oversees the maintenance of existing contracts and grants, and
seeks, develops, and negotiates new contracts and grants with public and
private sources.
. Oversees the quality of consumer services.
. Supervises Director of Advocacy and Outreach, Office Manager,
Accounting Manager, Program Managers, Communication Assistance Services
Manager.
. Facilitates all staff weekly meetings.
. Serves as liaison with Federal, State, and local entities.
. Develops and implements fund raising activities approved by the
Board of Directors.
. Any other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidelines set by the Board of Directors,
the Executive Director oversees the operation of the ______CIL. The
Executive Director has ultimate responsibility for all programs,
services and activities with primary focus on the following:
1) Board Liaison and Support
.Implements and administers board approved policies and budgets.
. Prepares and submits timely reports, recommendations and
updates.
. Coordinates board training and strategic planning sessions.
. Coordinates any agency review process, including analysis of
input from staff, consumers, community, organizations and contractors.
. Identifies and recruits candidates for potential membership on
the governing board.
2) Program Administration
. Monitors compliance with grants, contracts, and regulations,
including preparation of performance reports and the maintenance of
appropriate records.
. Assures that the mission of the organization is reflected in
all program planning, implementation and evaluation.
. Promotes program quality and expansion through grants or other
funding from government, foundations or other private entities.
3) Finance
. Oversees all elements of the organizations financial system.
. Prepares and administers the annual budget as approved by the
Board.
. Monitors compliance with established financial policies and
procedures.
. Reviews monthly financial statements and reports prior to
submittal to the Board of Directors.
4) Personnel
. Oversees the implementation of personnel policies and
procedures in accordance with current employment regulations.
. Directly supervises senior staff, Fiscal Officer and other
staff members as designated.
. Prepares an annual written performance evaluation of each staff
member.
5) Resource Development
. Exercises responsibility for obtaining financial and in-kind
resources through grants, contracts, fees, foundations, corporations,
fundraising events, individual donors, and volunteers.
. Initiates contact and represents the Center with potential
resource development sources.
6) Public Relations and Systems Change
. Actively participates on councils, committees and other
entities concerned with programs and services for people with disabilities.
. Works with local, state and national boards and organizations,
including travel, to further the Independent Living movement, the rights
of people with disabilities, and promote Center activities.
. Develops, implements and participates in programs and services
related to community awareness, education, advocacy.
. Represents the Center in media and at public and
Center-sponsored events.
. Reviews all promotional materials prior to publication and
distribution.