Definition of Position: Under the policies of the Board, provides leadership and personnel, administrative, and fiscal management of the operation of the Children’s Justice & Advocacy Center (CJAC). Work in the community as an advocate for social change.
Responsible to: Board of Directors
Hours: Exempt employee; nonstandard workweek.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks:
I. Personnel Management:
1. Hire and evaluate staff; initiate disciplinary action and termination as appropriate.
2. Schedule staffing to assure coverage.
3. Assess staff training needs; within budgetary constraints, assure the provision of training that assists staffing developing and maintaining job-related skills.
4. Assure maintenance of personnel files, including documentation of personnel actions.
5. Assure compliance with personnel policies and with appropriate federal and state laws and regulations.
6. Oversee arbitration of client/community problems and complaints.
7. Provide support for staff, volunteers (including Board of Directors), clients and their families to advocate for social change around sexual abuse/assault and child abuse issues at the community, state and federal levels.
II. Administrative Management:
1. Develop, implement and evaluate agency programs.
2. Develop and update agency procedures and practices.
3. Implement risk management and quality assurance programs.
4. Oversee facility upkeep, housekeeping and repairs.
5. Prepare and submit statistical and program reports to Board and funding sources.
6. Staff Board meetings; assist Board/Advisory committees.
7. Oversee preparation and mailing of Board packets and materials.
8. Assist the Board in short and long range planning.
III. Fiscal Management:
1. Maintain fiscal health of the agency; monitor revenues and expenses.
2. Prepare budgets and budget amendments.
3. Prepare grant applications.
4. Oversee bookkeeping; assure that expenses are in compliance with contracts, regulations and procedures.
5. Pursue and maintain agency accreditation as a Child Advocacy Center.
6. Secure additional funding sources.
7. Assist the Board in fundraising activities.
8. Prepare and submit financial reports to Board and funding sources.
IV. Public Relations:
1. Coordinate with community agencies; advocate for agency programs and social change, services and clients.
2. Represent CJAC to community agencies and groups; maintain positive community relations.
3. Assist in providing presentations about CJAC, child sexual assault and child abuse.
4. Coordinate agency advertising and public relations.
V. All other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workloads, work both independently and collaboratively, interpret and follow policies and procedures, work with interruptions and problem-solve. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with staff and community members; ability to work will with people from diverse age, ethnic, economic and educational back grounds. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and grammatically both verbally and in writing; must be comfortable with public speaking and be able to address sensitive issues in a non judgmental manner. Ability to listen actively. Knowledge of community resources. Governed by professional code of ethics which includes the ability to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of state and federal regulations and guidelines. Supportive of agency programs, policies and philosophy.
Required Training and Experience: BS in related field plus three years experience with non-profits or proven experience working with related business or any combination of work experience and education which demonstrates the ability to consistently perform the duties of the position. Experience in grant writing, budgeting and fiscal management, and planning. English and math literacy. Have car, driver’s license and valid auto coverage. Be able to pass a Washington State Patrol background check.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience: MS in related field. Experience working with Board. Experience working with the public in a community setting. Management experience in programs dealing with child abuse, child sexual abuse, domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
It is for Executive Director of the Children’s Justice & Advocacy Center. The position is salaried at $34,320 based on a 30 hour work week.
Contact for application and more information
We would like interested applicants to either mail or fax a:
1. cover letter,
2. resume and
3. application E
attn: Sherrie Tinoco at fax 360. 425-3970
CJAC
P.O. Box 877
Kelso, WA 98626