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SALARY:  $75,275

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Four professional references

ADDENDUM TO APPLICATION:

On a separate sheet of paper, please describe in detail how you meet each of the following requirements for this position.

• BA in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration or related field. 

• A minimum of five years administrative experience.  

• Five years direct staff supervisory experience.  

• Demonstrated successful experience in budget development and budget management. 

• Demonstrated successful experience in fundraising, grant writing and resource development. 

• Demonstrated computer literacy in generally used applications, including word processing, spreadsheet development, e-mail, and Internet access.

• Well established writing and oral skills; must be able to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents and be able to respond to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  

• Ability to write and effectively deliver persuasive speeches and presentations. 

• Ability to evoke teamwork internally and cooperation externally. 

• Ability to plan, develop, review and evaluate programs, and communicate the information to the Board of Directors and funding sources. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of human service programs administered by federal, state, non-government and local entities. 

• Willingness to work long and irregular hours and travel when required. 

• Valid driver's license, and proof of vehicle insurance. 

• Ability to pass criminal history background check.  

• Experience in contract negotiations. 

• Experience working with non-profit organizations. 

• Knowledge of financial resources and technical assistance available to the Ignacio community, Road Runner Transportation (RRT) and Multisystemic Therapy service areas. 

• Specific education or post-secondary coursework in Accounting or Finance. 

• Skills using scanners, developing Power Point presentations, operating Power Point projectors and digital cameras. 

• Skill in the composition of documents and correspondence. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in written format. Ability to prepare reports, including ability to assemble information in software programs.  

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure. Ability to compute rate and percent. 

REASONING ABILITY: 

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with SoCoCAA staff and management, community members, consultants, and the public. Ability to work independently, with minimum of supervision. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift a minimum of 10 pounds if required. Ability to tolerate extensive use of computers with exposure to video display terminals, to work in front of a computer terminal for extended periods of time and to tolerate repetitive motion with data entry and the use of a computer mouse. Ability to hear/talk with all individuals, and to use telephones on a consistent basis. Ability to tolerate standing, kneeling and long periods of sitting. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Work is performed in an office setting with some exposure to environmental stress, and frequent interruptions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.  Position includes frequent communication with employees and others on a daily basis, including telephone as well as face-to-face interaction. 

RESPONSIBILITY: 

The Executive/Development Director is responsible for implementing the overall direction developed by the Board of Directors for the current and future operation of the organization, and is responsible for the management of all funds administered by the organization.  

The Executive/Development Director has primary responsibility for resource development for the organization, including grant preparation, donor development and community events.

The Executive/Development Director will attend all meetings of the Board of Directors and will serve as a non-voting member of all Committees of the Board. The Executive/Development Director is the liaison between the Board of Directors and other groups including staff, community members, partners and funding sources. 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Executive/Development Director  

a) provides overall leadership, planning and management of the organization;

b) develops and implements a fund development plan for sustainability and growth of the organization, including ongoing and new grant proposals, special events and donor solicitation.

c) works closely with and reports directly to the SoCoCAA Board of Directors;

d) works with the Board, Committees, and Staff to establish policies and programs and provides administrative leadership to all programs;

e) interprets the organization's purpose and programs to outside organizations and the general public;

f) is accountable for remaining in compliance with laws and regulations and the satisfactory resolution of all compliance issues;

g) develops and administers standards and procedures related to human resources (including staff development), financial management and  budget controls;

h) generates, maintains and distributes required reports on a timely basis;

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

FUND DEVELOPMENT:

1. Develop and implement an annual funding plan to include local fundraising, government, foundation and corporate grants, and organizational events. 

2. Aggressively pursue new funding sources.

3. Develop financial and other resources required to operate existing SoCoCAA programs and new program initiatives.

PROGRAMS AND PLANNING: 

4. Provide leadership in implementing current and long-range objectives, plans and policies, approved by the Board of Directors, which promote the SoCoCAA organization mission. 

5. Approve all project plans, budgets, and financial reports for purposes of following the organization mission, and developing and maintaining financial viability. 

6. Direct the SoCoCAA Management Team in community assessment, resource development, program planning and coordination of activities. 

7. Regularly participate in division staff meetings and program events when time allows.

8. Review the operating results of each component of the organization (including Central Administration) a minimum of once every twelve months, compare them with established objectives, and take immediate steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to identify and correct deficiencies.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY: 

9. With the Finance Director, develop, implement and monitor all budgets and expenses to include program budgets, special project budgets and the Central Administration budget. 

10. Exercise administrative and fiscal oversight of all grants and contracts administered by SoCoCAA. 

11. Manage real property owned by the organization, maintain accurate property records and direct the purchase or sale of real property. 

12. With the Finance staff, evaluate, on an annual basis, the existing policies and procedures regarding financial matters and make recommendations to the Board of Directors for revisions. 

13. With Finance staff propose and implement federal indirect cost agreement. 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

14. Serve as the liaison between the SoCoCAA Board of Directors and the employees, participants and partners of the organization. 

15. Attend all Board meetings and committee meetings. 

16. Represent the Board during contract negotiations. 

17. Provide timely, accurate and relevant information to the SoCoCAA Board and staff, as well as to local governing boards and councils, funding sources and potential funding sources. 

PERSONNEL: 

18. Develop and implement Personnel Policies and Procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and consistency in application. 

19. Supervise senior management staff including Division Directors, Finance Director and Human Resource Administrative Manager. 

COMMUNITY RELATIONS: 

20. Represent SoCoCAA at all times in an ethical and professional manner in meetings and other forums with governmental, legislative, private enterprise, or tribal organizations, foundations, funding sources and potential funding sources. 

21. Serve on committees, task forces, and other groups as necessary to advocate the goals and strategies of SoCoCAA's mission. 

22. Exercise strict ethical behavior and a professional level of confidentiality. 

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration or related field. 

• A minimum of five years administrative experience.  

• Demonstrated successful experience in budget development and budget management. 

• Demonstrated successful experience in fundraising, grant writing and resource development. 

• Demonstrated computer literacy in generally used applications, including word processing, spreadsheet development, e-mail, and Internet access.

• Well established writing and oral skills; must be able to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents and be able to respond to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  

• Ability to write and effectively deliver persuasive speeches and presentations. 

• Ability to evoke teamwork internally and cooperation externally. 

• Ability to plan, develop, review and evaluate programs, and communicate the information to the Board of Directors and funding sources. 

• Five years direct staff supervisory experience. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of human service programs administered by federal, state, non-government and local entities. 

• Willingness to work long and irregular hours and travel when required. 

• Maintenance of reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of vehicle insurance. 

• Ability to pass criminal history background check.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• MA in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field. 

• Experience in contract negotiations. 

• Experience working with non-profit organizations. 

• Knowledge of financial resources and technical assistance available to the Ignacio community, Road Runner Transportation (RRT) and Multisystemic Therapy service areas. 

• Specific education or post-secondary coursework in Accounting or Finance. 

• Skills using scanners, developing Power Point presentations, operating Power Point projectors and digital cameras. 

• Skill in the composition of documents and correspondence.