The Arc of Davidson County Executive Director
The Arc of Davidson County Executive Director
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Job Description
The Position: Executive Director
The Arc of Davidson County Inc. is seeking an Executive Director to oversee the organization and its 48 staff who support people with intellectual disabilities so they can live the lives they choose. The Executive Directors primary role is to inspire the organization to achieve its mission by leading and managing with their peoplefirst values of equity community selfdetermination and diversity.
Supervises:
- Five direct reports: Director of Residential Services Director of NonResidential Services Director of Human Resources Bookkeeper and Office Manager
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership:
- Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization
- Identify assess and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organization
- Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors on all aspects of the organizations activities
- Foster effective teamwork between the Board and the ED and between the ED and staff
- In addition to the Chair of the Board act as a spokesperson for the organization
- Represent the organization at community events to enhance the organizations community profile
Operational planning and management:
- Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
- Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of the clients Board and funders
- Draft policies for Board approval develop implementation procedures and review existing policies annually proposing updates as needed
- Ensure secure storage and confidentiality of personnel client donor and volunteer files
Program planning and management:
- Oversee the planning implementation and evaluation of programs services and special projects ensuring they align with the organizations mission and Board priorities
- Monitor the daytoday delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality
Human resources planning and management:
- Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
- Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies procedures and practices including the development of job descriptions for all staff
- Establish a positive healthy and safe work environment guided by all appropriate legislation and regulations
- Recruit interview and select staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organizations mission
- Establish a performance management system monitor performance conduct annual reviews mentor staff and volunteers and address discipline or terminations using appropriate legal procedures
Financial planning and management:
- Collaborate with the staff and Board (Finance Committee) to prepare the budget and secure funding for operations
- Research funding sources develop fundraising plans write proposals and participate in fundraising activities to increase organizational funds
- Approve expenditures within Board authority ensure proper bookkeeping and manage funds according to the approved budget monitoring monthly cash flow
Community relations/advocacy:
- Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the organization and to identify changes in the community served by the organization
- Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups funders politicians and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization
Risk management:
- Assess and analyze the potential risks to the organizations people (clients staff management volunteers) property finances reputation and public image and implement strategies to mitigate these risks
Other:
- Complete required training and be available oncall to address emergencies ensuring the health and safety of individuals and staff
Qualifications :
Educational/Experience Qualifications
- 35 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Bachelors degree in business marketing or nonprofit management with 5 years of supervisory experience in the nonprofit community
Knowledge skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate to nonprofit organizations
- Knowledge of all federal and state legislation applicable to nonprofit organizations including employment standards human rights occupational health and safety charities health coverage etc.
- Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization
- Knowledge of human resources and financial and project management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Desired Competencies:
- Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
- Behave ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure that your own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization
- Build relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization
- Communicate effectively: Speak listen and write in a clear thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques
- Creativity/innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve the operations of the organization and to create new opportunities
- Focus on client needs: Anticipate understand and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizations parameters
- Foster teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals resolve problems and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness
- Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization
- Make decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance urgency and risks and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the organization
- Organize: Set priorities develop a work schedule monitor progress toward goals and track details data information and activities
- Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward set goals create and implement action plans and evaluate the process and results
- Solve problems: Assess problems gather information generate solutions and make recommendations or resolve issues.
- Think strategically: Assess options and actions based on trends and conditions in the environment and the vision and values of the organization
Working Conditions
- In office 5/days a week
- The Executive Director is expected to work a standard work week. Additional evenings weekends and overtime hours will be required to accommodate activities such as Board meetings representing the organization at public events and being available to meet the needs of the individuals being served.
Additional Information :
Capital Development Services (CapDev) has been retained by St. James Parish to assist with professional recruitment. Candidates should include a cover letter and a resume. All materials will be kept confidential. Additional inquiries may be directed to Amy Bridges at
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
