Impact-Driven Exec Director, Disability Services

Community Resources for Independent Living 439 A Street Hayward, CA 94541 Website: Full Time; Exempt On-Site at CRIL Hayward Office Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000 + Benefits Job Summary The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors for the day-to-day operations of the organization and for the achievement of major strategic objectives. The Executive Director supervises the Finance Director, Program Director and Office Manager. Key Responsibilities Community Collaboration/Relations (20–25% of job responsibilities) Provides a visible presence for CRIL in the community. Develops relationships and collaborations with appropriate community and government agencies to build a strong awareness of community needs and the agency’s role in serving those needs. Identifies and manages the resources necessary to accomplish the goals of CRIL. Actively participates in Alameda County’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC). CRIL serves as the fiscal agent for Alameda County’s ADRC. Fund and Donor Development (10-15% of job responsibilities) Works with the Board to develop and implement a 3-year Strategic Plan and an annual fund development plan, including government, major donor, and foundation support. Works with Board of Directors and development staff to identify and secure necessary financial resources from public and private sources. Responsible for government and foundation funding proposals and reports. Planning, Program Delivery and Evaluation (15–20%) Advocates for systems and policy changes that affect people with disabilities. Agency Administration and Professional Development of Staff (25-30%) Ensures fiduciary responsibility, sound financial management and financial accountability for all contributions, income and agency assets. Recruits, builds, and retains a strong staff with a broad range of skills and diversity consistent with community members served. Creates an annual professional development plan designed to develop skills critical to CRIL’s success. Responsible for financial oversight and seeing that all funds are disbursed in accordance with contract requirements and donor designations. Ensures compliance with personnel policies established by the Board of Directors and with all local, federal and state labor regulations. Ensures that there are current job descriptions and that regular performance evaluations are completed Negotiates all agency contracts and grants. Facilitates organization’s management team. Partnership with the Board of Directors (10–15%) Participates in Board and Board committee meetings. Reports regularly to the Board of Directors regarding organizational objectives, financial status of the organization and other issues relevant to the Board of Directors. Provides the Board of Directors with adequate information to assist members in reaching decisions and in formulating necessary policies. Assists the Board of Directors in their roles and responsibilities by providing support, education and leadership. Supervises the implementation of Board of Director’s policies. Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of the issues and stakeholders surrounding the issues of people with disabilities and the independent living movement. Develops a process for planning, implementing, and evaluating short and long-range strategy and goals for the agency. Oversees, manages and implements the development of CRIL’s programs, services and resources. Manages programs and services consistent with the mission, values and goals of the agency. Bachelor’s Degree OR at least 4 years of Disability Services and/or Independent Living work experience 3-5 years senior management experience in the nonprofit or public sector, including experience working and partnering with a Board of Directors. Ability to attract, develop and retain staff/volunteers as well as maintain a high level of performance and effectively utilize their talents. Lived experience of disability and/or knowledge of or experience with the independent living philosophy and movement. The ability to effectively represent CRIL and its programs and consumers among the varied stakeholders. Financial and/or business management with a budget of $1,000,000 or greater, including budgeting, oversight, compliance, and reporting abilities. Excellent grant-writing and fund-raising experience with a proven track record in developing and maintaining government, foundation, corporate, and individual donor support. Ability to work some nights and weekends to support Board of Directors and community events as needed. Familiarity with computer technology, Internet, Cloud storage, Social Media, MS Office applications and website updates/website content management, and the ability to keep abreast of new technology (including artificial Intelligence). Strong communication skills – including speaking, writing, meeting facilitation, and consensus building (may be through an interpreter or assistant). Ability to interact with CRIL stakeholders and community members from diverse cultural, economic, educational, and vocational backgrounds. Extensive experience in community collaboration and networking. Ability to travel statewide for occasional meetings, including IL association meetings Preferred Skills/Experience Public relations and marketing experience. Knowledge of the CRIL service community and stakeholders. Bilingual in Spanish, other Alameda County threshold languages, or in ASL. CRIL is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates for this search. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr