Chief Executive Officer Jobs

Summary

The CEO is responsible for directing and administering the total operation in accordance with policies, guidance, and decisions established by the Board of Directors operating under the laws of Florida thereof, as well as federal and state policies rules and regulations. The CEO is assisted by the staff under his/her direct and indirect supervision. The CEO is hired by, reports to, works under the direction of the Board of Directors and is evaluated by the Executive Committee in performing the following duties.

Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities and personnel. Directs personnel by assuring that policy formulation and implementation is consistent with overall policies and objectives.

Establishes, develops, and maintains productive working relationships with Emergency Management, partners, Board Members, Volunteer leadership and other community agencies.

This position requires extensive interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact with such diverse groups as government officials effectively, elected representatives, corporate executives, business leaders, and other non-profit organizations, the media, volunteers, partners and other constituencies.

Supports and coordinates studies to evaluate the quality and efficiency of existing policies and programs. Plans for the efficient and effective use of program resources.

Serves as the primary spokesperson and advocate for business.

Coordinates the development of the annual budget in consultation with the Treasurer. Develops the overall estimates for revenue and expenses and assists with the presentation of the proposed budget to governance. Directs expenditures and budget consistent with goals and objectives, revenue, program requirements, and program improvement expectations.

Establishes and maintains relationships with federal, state, and local government officials regarding all phases of Emergency Management.

Directly supervises the Programs, Services and Grants Manager, the VISTA Supervisor, the Finance Support Manager, and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) members, oversees employment and evaluation of all personnel.

Directs and participates in all planning processes, including the preparation of information reflecting the strategic environment within which the organization operates.

Ensures that an appropriate and effective process to allocate, monitor and account for funds made available through all sources is in place and meets acceptable standards.

Assists in the recruitment, orientation, and development of effective Volunteer leaders to fulfill governance and leadership functions and support their participation in policy, programmatic or technical committees.

Periodically evaluate the organization’s structure (including position descriptions and salary ranges). Make recommendations to governance within constraints of available funding and marketplace requirements.

Provide staff development opportunities for all personnel.

Supports the Board of Directors in identifying new sources of funding, which may include foundations, grants, fundraising events, government support and earned revenue.

Reviews insurance programs such as liability and Directors & Officers' insurance. Recommends and implements programs and policies to minimize loss, such as avoidance, loss prevention and reduction and grouping of exposure. Manages policy renewals, claims, issuance of certificates, budget planning, and risk minimization programs.

Ensures the preparation of plans and its partners that outline operating procedures to be used in response to disasters or emergencies, such as hurricanes, nuclear accidents, and terrorist attacks, and recovery from these events in support of Emergency Management. Proposes alteration of emergency response procedures based on technological changes, and/or knowledge gained from outcomes of previous emergencies.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises the Director, Operations & Readiness, VISTAs and oversees other personnel. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, terminating, and training employees & VISTAs, which provides for the professional development of personnel; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, this position should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.

Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products, and services; continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Fifth-year college or university program certificate; Education must be in the field of Non-profit Management, Business, Public Administration or Emergency Management or ten years related experience and/or training. Experience must include responsibility for budget preparation and management, and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. A minimum of five years of work experience in program management, including at least three at the supervisory level.