Executive Director - Site

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Oversees and supports safe and effective provision of services

• Requires employees to adhere to policies related to safety and boundaries with service recipients.

• Attends safety and abuse risk management training as assigned.

• Provides employees with on-going supervision and education related to safety and abuse risk.

• Responds quickly and confidentially to reports of suspicious or inappropriate behavior.

• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Directs site operations

• Develops and executes a strategic plan for the Site in alignment with the National strategic direction.

• Establishes business objectives and develops strategic plans for all programs and staff that are aligned with overall strategic goals of the organization.

• Communicates the strategic direction clearly to staff the Board of Directors and community stakeholders.

• Formulates financial plans and manages the budget and utilization of available funds effectively in operating the Site.

• Establishes supports and oversees implementation of effective local fundraising strategies.

• Ensures adherence to organizational policies and collaborates effectively with national support services functions.

• Utilizes available marketing tools and resources effectively.

• Operates quality outcome oriented programs which align with the Boys Town model.

• Ensures that the program provides the types of services required and serves the appropriate number of children to meet the needs of the community.

• Ensures that the program results in successful outcomes for the children and families served.

• Effectively recruits manages develops and retains staff through activities that promote program quality build team morale and advance the mission of the organization.

• Ensures the safety and integrity of programs by monitoring safety systems.

• Reviews feedback on a regular basis from consumers of organizational services including agency personnel school officials youth and parents of youth and makes adjustments as necessary.

• Positions the Site for prominence in the community through advocacy and outreach efforts public relations activities and community involvement.

• Provides education and communication to external stakeholders including civic leaders government officials and child care professionals about the guiding philosophies of the organization.

• Directs program and public relations activities designed to improve organizational image and relations with both donors and the community.

• Identifies develops and maintains effective relationships with key members of the community to benefit advocacy initiatives.

• Differentiates the organization within the community through the demonstration of high-quality programs.

• Serves as a spokesperson for the organization by participating in community activities and events making formal presentations and working cooperatively with other key organizations.

• Collaborates with Site Board of Directors as applicable.

• Engages in Board development activities including the planning and facilitation of Board meetings committee development and clarifying relationships between Site staff and Board members.

• Communicates key issues in a timely and consistent manner to the Board and Board committees.

• Recruits diverse Board members that have contacts with financial and community resources and will promote and support the strategic direction of the Site.

• Ensures that Board members actively support Site activities/events and spend time with children and families served.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the child welfare and juvenile justice system and other social services systems of the state in which the Site resides.

• Strong knowledge and skills in strategic management and implementing strategic plans.

• High level of analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to set goals create and implement action plans and evaluate the process and results.

• Demonstrated leadership ability and skilled in developing strong relationships with key public and private stakeholders.

• Strong conflict resolution and decision making skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills including public speaking and writing.

• Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Human Services Education Business or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Masters degree required.

• Minimum of 7 years experience in child welfare juvenile justice or other social services organizations required.

• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience required.

• Ability to provide own transportation to complete travel requirements of the job required.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS EQUIPMENT USAGE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop monitor keyboard and a general workstation set-up.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths views and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions drives innovation and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha Nebraska into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977 our services branched out into the health care and research fields offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Towns mission which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children families patients and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties skills or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression national origin age disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process contact us at 1-.