Area Executive Director - Houston, TX

Responsible for the development, management and implementation of all initiatives necessary to deliver core MADD programs and services, provide appropriate funding to deliver the services and promote the mission of MADD throughout the Houston area. Develop and manage all Houston area employees and volunteers.

This is a remote, work from home position, but the selected candidate must reside in the Houston, Texas general area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the position):

• Identify, contact and develop all sources of funds necessary to continue the operation of the Affiliate. On an ongoing basis, continue to develop corporate, community and other contacts to increase funding available for delivery of services. Ensure that appropriate amount of funding to run the Affiliate is available at all times. Maintain a balanced budget.
• Recruit, develop, manage and sustain, in a collaborative effort, a State Advisory Board to fulfill MADD's mission through development of a regional strategic plan and implementation of core services and programs, based on MADD's volunteer management model.
• Develop strategic capacity building plans to enable future growth of mission objectives in the Affiliate area.
• In consultation with the Marcom Department, ensure accurate MADD messaging for staff & volunteers to represent MADD to the public, media and other outside organizations. Promote the organization's mission and initiatives through pro-active outreach to these groups to raise awareness on the part of the public and elected officials.
• Identify areas within the Affiliate where victims are underserved; develop and implement programs to ensure services are available in those areas.
• Partner closely with the state legislators and Public Policy Department in preparation of recommendations consistent with MADD's activities.
• Supervise grant administration, including but not limited to ensuring regular liaison and reporting to grant funder, achievement of annual grant performance objectives through program development and fiscal management of the grant.
• Recruit, train, develop and provide leadership to employees and volunteers. Ensure that all programs, services and grants are being implemented and managed efficiently, effectively and professionally through establishment of goals & objectives and that employees receive, understand and are held accountable in meeting goals & objectives.
• Ensure the Affiliate organization is in compliance with MADD policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to the organization's operation, to include all grant compliance and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five plus years of progressively more responsible management experience in non-profit businesses. At least 2 years of prior staff management experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to network and recruit support. Must be able to demonstrate an established track record in fund raising for non-profit organizations.
• Ethical behavior and confidentiality are a must in this position.
• Ability to travel.
• Strong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English language.
• Ability to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work on a timetable, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignments.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity level.
• Must have exceptional internal and external customer service orientation.
• Must have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systems. Should also have basic record keeping and math skills.
• Ability to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the community.
• Ability to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the job.
• Demonstrated commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADD.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, vision and management to the respective area of supervision. Must be able to develop long and short term strategies to achieve the vision and communicate appropriately to inspire support and action.

BENEFITS

Eligible within first 30-45 days
Health, Dental, Vision
Retirement 403(b) + 3% employer matching
4 weeks (accrued monthly) vacation
12 Paid Holidays per calendar year
Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar year
Paid Sick Time
Modified Tuition Reimbursement
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered by Employer
FSA, HRA
Employee Assistance Program

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