Chief Program Officer

Job Details Job Location: Pettis County - Sedalia, MO 65301 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Shift: Day Job Category: Executive Chief Program Officer Full time Pettis County Missouri (Remote/Hybrid) The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy! POSITION SUMMARY The Chief Program Officer, a critical member of the Executive Team, will support the CHS mission by helping the CEO manage the organization's day-to-day program operations, providing structure to grow CHS programs, and ensuring the quality of services offered. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead CHS services using strategic planning to ensure the success of the organization's program management, identify opportunities for program growth, and provide supervision to the Vice President and Associate Vice Presidents of the CHS services. Provide advice to the CEO and other members of the Executive Team on implementing the strategic plan. Maintain regular communication with the CEO, the Board of Directors, members of the Executive Team, and the Leadership Management Team related to overall program operational needs, problems, successes, and future planning trends or equipment and/or facility needs. Determine when independent action is appropriate and when consultation with the CEO is needed. Facilitate effective decision-making processes to achieve organizational goals and objectives. In partnership with the CEO, lead the Program Committee of the Board of Directors Lead and/or collaborate on other organizational projects assigned by the CEO Increase CHS reach across the State and evaluate program expansion/growth opportunities. Provide fiscal oversight to support organizational sustainability. Liaison with external community partners, funders, and all stakeholders. Provide engagement support for all program personnel. SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Data Analytics Skills – Ability to use metrics and analytics Computer Skills - Excellent Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint skills. Communication Skills – Aptitude in communicating and public speaking Leadership Skills – Well organized with excellent leadership qualities Strategic Thinking Skills – Experience in strategic planning and implementation of program-related projects COMPETENCIES Accountability for others Accurate listening Being able to relate to others Developing others Gaining commitment Handling stress well Leading others Monitoring others Personal accountability Proactive thinking Realistic goal setting for others Respect for policies Results-orientated thinking Role awareness Self-confidence Strategic thinking Theoretical problem-solving Understanding motivational needs QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in a related field from an accredited university. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Ten years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered. Previous supervisory experience in a Senior leadership role MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS Must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of valid personal vehicle insurance Must successfully pass a background check. SHIFT: FT (40 hrs/week) Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm BENEFITS CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. EEO STATEMENT Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 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