Executive Director Jobs

Position Summary

The Executive Director of CitySquare Paris is responsible for the organization’s operations, project oversight and management, regulatory compliance, fundraising and implementation of CitySquare’s human and community development mission in Paris, Texas.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field, including social work, business, theology, non-profit management

Experience: 5 years of experience in the nonprofit community development sector and 3-5 years of experience in developing/fundraising preferred

Licensure/Certification: n/a

Additional Requirements: Must be highly motivated, self-starter and coalition builder with a vision for the transformation of fighting poverty by means of direct services, advocacy, and friendship.

Primary Responsibilities

This section describes the primary responsibilities of an employee in this position. Please note: The primary responsibilities of this position are not limited to this list.

• Help in recruiting and growing a diverse “CitySquare Paris Advisory Board” and maintain relations and communication with Advisory Board members – ensure that the Board meets a minimum of four (4) times annually.
• Oversee the financial and administrative functions of CitySquare Paris; produce Annual Operating Plans and Operating Budgets.
• Strategically solve problems that encompass the larger view of the organization and establish goals, objectives, policies, and procedures utilizing an understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Serve as the CitySquare Paris liaison to the CitySquare Board of Directors.
• Work with CitySquare’s Development Department to build fundraising capacity for CitySquare Paris locally and statewide.
• Identify ways in which other program areas within the larger CitySquare family can collaborate with CitySquare Paris projects and work with other department directors to make these collaborations successful.
• Seek out new grant opportunities, maintain ongoing schedule of grant application deadlines, and apply for and submit grants to obtain consistent funding.
• Supervise the staff of CitySquare Paris. This currently includes the Program Director, Resource Navigator, Sports and Facilities Coordinator, Teen Center Coordinator and AmeriCorps team members.
• Ensure that all projects and functions operate within the requirements of applicable rules, laws and regulations.
• Serve as a resource person to the surrounding community for CitySquare Paris, as well as for CitySquare programs and services.
• Produce annual and monthly Outcomes reports - submit timely to the Vice President of Community Services. Work with VP of Community Services to understand reporting requirements and to develop meaningful metrics.
• Consult with the CEO of CitySquare regarding overall performance of CitySquare Paris and interpret the changing needs of the community ensuring that operations and projects operate within the scope of the CitySquare’s Mission. Expect job evaluations to be conducted at 90 days, 6 months, and annually thereafter.
• Oversee the department’s existing operational policies and procedures; identify areas that require improvements or change and implement these changes.
• Work directly with the Human Resources Manager ensuring that all personnel actions are within the best interest of the organization and follow federal, state and city regulations.
• Oversee the proposal, design, bidding/contract and implementation processes of community development and engagement initiatives.
• Maintain cordial and professional relationships with the Board of Directors, the Advisory Board in Paris, Donors, Government Officials, department heads in Dallas and the non-profit community in Paris, Texas.
• Manage public relations activities and the production of communication vehicles for the department; attend public events; conduct speeches or information sessions in Paris, Texas.
• Direct and manage the day-to-day operations of CitySquare Paris.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

This section describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities an employee in this position should currently possess. Please note: The knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are not limited to this list.

• Skill in grant writing and oversight.
• Ability to work as a team player on an agreed upon mission.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in telephone etiquette.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use good judgment and to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication.
• Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS

This section describes the physical, mental, and other special demands of this job. Modifications to the way this job may be performed will be reviewed periodically.

• Ability to reach, turn and twist above and below the waist daily to retrieve files or supplies.
• Ability to hear and speak well enough to communicate via phone.
• Ability to spend 10% of working time outside in temperature varying from -0oF to 110oF.
• Ability to see well enough to read handwritten and typewritten material.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods, up to 8 hours.
• Ability to work a 40 hour week.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds dead weight to move or transfer boxes or documents.
• Ability to retrieve files from bottom shelves/drawers and reach up for items located on top shelves.
• Ability to spend 90% working time in environment of continuous moderate voices and office machine noise typical for business office atmosphere.
• Ability to use both hands in fine and gross manipulation of small tools (copier, computer, telephone).
• Ability to handle a variety of repetitive tasks.
• Ability to stand and walk daily to retrieve forms/supplies for other departments.
• Ability to push and pull up to 10 lbs. (File cabinet drawers, computer paper boxes).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, And Other Work Aides

This section describes the machines, tools, equipment, and other work aides an employee in this position must be able to use.

• Calculator/10-Key
• Facsimile machine.
• Policies, procedures, plans, and program manuals.
• Copy machine.
• Computer.
• Telephone.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug, Health Savings Account, GAP Insurance, Dental, Vision, Optional Life and AD&D Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and 401k.

Additional Benefits Offered:

401K - Eligible to receive 5% (if contribution is 10%) Match after 30 days of employment 100% vested after 2 years of service. Generous PTO offered! During the first year of employment, you can earn up to 120 hours (equivalent to about 15 days). PTO increase to 184 hours during 2nd year of service 9 paid holidays plus CitySquare offices are closed during Christmas Holiday season.

Benefits at no Cost to CitySquare Employees:

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000 basic coverage, Employee Assistance Program, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Alight.

Parental Leave: Eligible employee becoming parents may receive 6 weeks of paid leave at 100 percent of their salary following the birth, or placement of a child: Adoption. An additional 3 days of Paid Time Off will be credited to the employee PTO Balance upon return from parental leave.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): We are a qualifying employer for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Student Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO offered! During the first year of employment, you can earn up to 120 hours (equivalent to about 15 days). PTO increase to 184 hours during 2nd year of service.

Extra Time Off around the Holidays: In Addition to Paid Time Off (PTO) employees receive the week of Christmas off! An additional 7 days during Christmas.