Executive Director

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Job description Executive Director This is a full-time position responsible for the operational and physical management of a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides services to the homeless in Junction City and the surrounding areas. The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are operational and physical management of the agency, public relations and planning and collaborating with the Board of Directors. Other essential duties may be assigned by the Board of Directors as needed. Operational Duties: Assumes responsibility for the overall operation of all agency programs, facilities, and employees. Facilitates the daily operation and management of agency programs in accordance with Board-approved policies, procedures, and funding regulations. Assures meaningful evaluations of service delivery are in place to monitor system and program outcomes and effectiveness. Supports and advises staff to implement programs and develops a successful team structure; reviews staff adherence to policies, procedures and job responsibilities; implements disciplinary actions when staff performance is outside of accepted boundaries. Maintains a climate that attracts, recruits, and motivates a diverse staff of top-quality people. Maintains personnel files on all employees. Enforces all approved agency policies and procedures with volunteers, community service workers and clients. Maintains on-call availability and responds to all emergencies. \ Public Relations: Makes presentations to the community upon request regarding services, grant proposals, and press releases. Promotes and represents Fresh Start Emergency Shelter at community meetings and functions, state meetings, and planning committees. Builds effective public, nonprofit, and private sector relationships necessary to ensure organizational success. Maintains visible community leadership and a positive public image to ensure optimal organizational effectiveness. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, develops and implements short- and long-range goals, including a strategic plan to prevent and end homelessness. Conducts annual evaluations of goals and presents them to the Board of Directors. Prepares monthly reports for the Board of Directors. Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds on occasion. Must be able to walk up and down stairs repeatedly without assistance. Must be able to cope with stress brought about by managing a crisis response service. Must be able to exercise independent judgment in a fast-paced environment. Must be flexible and available to assist at all hours of the day.