Executive Director

Position: Executive Director
Responsible to: Board of Directors
Employment Status: Full Time/Exempt
Primary Work Site: Administrative Office 
Salary: $115,000 - $125,000
 
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure the development, oversight and application of the Agency mission, policies, goals and objectives in the areas of finance, personnel, programs, services, community relations and facility maintenance. Ensure compliance with applicable local, state and federal standards. Regularly update the Board of Directors. Plan the direction of the Agency.
 
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the long-range planning, policy development and decision making for the Agency.
• Provide leadership in determining and communicating the mission of the Agency. Ensures that programming is mission driven.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Interact with government and professional organizations to advocate legislative and policy changes.
• Advise the Board on operational, programmatic and fiscal matters.
• Ensure the Executive Committee is updated regularly between Board meetings on any issues of importance.
• Attend Board and Committee meetings and prepares reports to present. Ensures the Board agenda and minutes are prepared.
• Ensure that policy changes and updates are presented to the Board for approval.
• Ensure that the Board membership meets statutory requirements.
• Orient new Board members to the Community Action history, Agency programs and Board responsibilities.
• Create and maintains a Team environment, serving as a good Teammate as well as Team Leader.
• Interview for Agency Program Director positions when they are vacant or vacancy is pending.
• Responsible for final approval of hiring and termination of staff.
• Assist in all Agency audits.
• Maintain responsibility for the Agency budget and present to the Board a yearly budget for approval. Responsible to stay within the approved budget unless otherwise approved by the Board.
• Evaluate projected major expenditures.
• Oversee the process of planning, development and implementation of Agency programs.
• Develop and coordinate a system of cooperative planning and problem solving across program departments.
• Ensure the investigation of critical incidents including follow-up and/or corrective action.
• Maintain a working relationship with local civic leaders and community organizations to enhance services to Agency consumers.
• Represent the Agency in community activities, collaborative groups, committees and other forums.
• Work cooperatively with community groups, meeting with individuals and groups concerning Agency issues and resolving questions and concerns.
• Evaluate and develop plans for achieving the effective allocation and utilization of building space to meet the changing needs of the Agency.
• Maintain and increase knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training sessions.
• Attend meetings and serve on temporary committees, as requested.

 
EDUCATION:
 Bachelor’s degree in social services or a related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
 
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five years relevant management experience with progressive levels of responsibility at an organization of comparable size with multiple foci preferred.
 
Experience in grant research and writing and responsible for securing funds through grants and funding opportunities.
 
SKILLS:

• Excellent organizational abilities;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
• Ability to assist and relate to a diverse population;
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs of the Agency;
• Knowledge of basic public relations, at a minimum;
• Knowledge of necessary computer programs and software including electronic mail, entering data into program specific software for required reports required.

 
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
Some bending and stretching required; Must be able to lift 20-40 lbs.
 
CODE OF CONDUCT:
Responsible for maintaining conduct for self and others with the highest level of ethical standards and within the standards of Agency Personnel Policies Manual.
 
OTHER EXPECTATIONS:
Will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays and to respond to crises as needed. Required to travel to Agency facilities and community locations. Overnight travel will be required. Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required. Driving record must meet Agency standards. Must be able to pass both the BCI and FBI background checks.
 
Must live within thirty miles of the City of Lancaster.
 
BENEFITS:
Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action Agency offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

1. Health/Dental/Vision insurance after 60 days of employment
2. Employer-paid life insurance after 60 days of employment
3. Paid time off including:
   • Vacation
   • Personal
   • Mental health
   • Bereavement
   • Sick leave
4. 14 paid holidays
5. 401K with matching after one year of employment
6. FSA after one year of employment
7. Employee Assistance Program

 
TO APPLY:
No phone calls. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references via email to jobs@oacaa.org, Subject: LFCAA Executive Director.
Philip E. Cole, Executive Director
Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies
140 East Town Street, Ste. 1150
Columbus, OH 43215
jobs@oacaa.org