Centre Region Down Syndrome Society
Executive Director (part time) Job Description
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW (MISSION)
The Centre Region Down Syndrome Society is a resource and advocacy organization promoting public awareness and supporting lifelong opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Our vision is to create communities that embrace Down syndrome, empower individuals and promote opportunities for meaningful lives. For more information about CRDSS, visit our website at www.centrecountydownsyndrome.org.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:The Executive Director of the CRDSS works with the Board of Directors to achieve the Society’s stated mission, goals, and objectives. Our Executive Director must have a positive can-do attitude, be a change agent, and enjoy leading and motivating others.
Our Executive Director is the face of the Centre Region Down Syndrome Society (CRDSS), advocates for our members, provides strategic direction, fully engages the board, leads fundraising efforts, delivers programming, and oversees daily operations to fulfill our mission. We need a leader with high energy to maintain and build relationships with members and donors as well as local and national organizations. Our new Executive Director will start learning on day one about our members’ needs and diligently pursue our goals.
REQUIREMENTS:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
HOURS/COMPENSATION:This is a part-time, non-exempt position averaging 20 hours per week. Hours are flexible and will vary due to daily operations management, fundraising, member events, and representing the CRDSS in the community. The pay rate will be determined by the candidate’s skills and experience.
HOW TO APPLY:Submit cover letter and resume electronically to jobs@centrecountydownsyndrome.org. If you prefer to mail your materials, contact us by email and we will provide an address. Resume review will begin June 1st and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. The CRDSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Executive Director (part time) Job Description
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW (MISSION)
The Centre Region Down Syndrome Society is a resource and advocacy organization promoting public awareness and supporting lifelong opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Our vision is to create communities that embrace Down syndrome, empower individuals and promote opportunities for meaningful lives. For more information about CRDSS, visit our website at www.centrecountydownsyndrome.org.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:The Executive Director of the CRDSS works with the Board of Directors to achieve the Society’s stated mission, goals, and objectives. Our Executive Director must have a positive can-do attitude, be a change agent, and enjoy leading and motivating others.
Our Executive Director is the face of the Centre Region Down Syndrome Society (CRDSS), advocates for our members, provides strategic direction, fully engages the board, leads fundraising efforts, delivers programming, and oversees daily operations to fulfill our mission. We need a leader with high energy to maintain and build relationships with members and donors as well as local and national organizations. Our new Executive Director will start learning on day one about our members’ needs and diligently pursue our goals.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Experience in non-profit environment (preferred)
- Experience in fundraising and event planning (preferred)
- Superior interpersonal, written, oral and social media communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Familiarity with and empathy for those with Down syndrome and their families
- Salesforce experience (preferred)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the organization
- Ensure that financial tasks, including bill payment, reimbursement requests, and financial reporting are accurate and timely
- Maintain the database of members, advocates, donors and volunteers, refining it as needed
- Provide staff support to the Board of Directors
- Work with the Board President to develop the agenda for all Board meetings
- Work with the Board Treasurer to ensure financial oversight
- Assist the Board in short-term and long-term strategic planning, including programming and enrichment activities
- Coordinate and oversee all fundraising efforts
- Solicit corporate and individual donations
- Ensure that all appropriate donor recognition and acknowledgement occurs
- Develop means to foster both existing and new donor partnerships
- Research new potential revenue avenues that have not yet been maximized (community-based fundraisers, partnerships with Penn State clubs, Centre Gives, etc.)
- Foster relationships within and among CRDSS community members, new families, and community allies
- Communicate regularly with community members via our mailing list, our web site, social media and email
- Develop and maintain means for regular outreach to new families
- Continue growth of the membership
- Promote outreach to allies in the community
- Coordinate the Buddy Walk
- Work with the Board to foster delivery of programming of interest and service to members, including social, educational, health-related, and self-advocacy activities
HOURS/COMPENSATION:This is a part-time, non-exempt position averaging 20 hours per week. Hours are flexible and will vary due to daily operations management, fundraising, member events, and representing the CRDSS in the community. The pay rate will be determined by the candidate’s skills and experience.
HOW TO APPLY:Submit cover letter and resume electronically to jobs@centrecountydownsyndrome.org. If you prefer to mail your materials, contact us by email and we will provide an address. Resume review will begin June 1st and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. The CRDSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.