Job Title: Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC) Executive Director
Why work at MCCAC?
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC), located in the heart of the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, serves Hood River, Wasco and Sherman Counties. MCCAC offers programs and services to ensure our most vulnerable community members have access to healthy, safe, stable and affordable housing. This is accomplished through our housing, energy/utility payment assistance and weatherization programs. MCCAC’s mission is to build a better future for our community through partnership and equity-centered programs that prevent and eliminate poverty and houselessness.
Summary:
MCCAC’s Executive Director provides direction and leadership to achieve the organization's philosophy, mission, and strategic plan goals and objectives. The Executive Director shall act as the chief executive officer of the organization and in this capacity is responsible for executing the board’s policies and directives. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall administration, planning and management of Mid-Columbia Community Action Council in accordance with the organization’s articles of incorporation and contractual agreements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Board Administration and Support
Participates with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization and supports board to achieve its governance goals and objectives.
Develops and recommends to the board of directors specific, long and short-range action plans for strategic plan implementation, and development of agency programs and services.
Maintains appropriate relations with the agency's board and various board committees and keeps them informed of other issues pertinent to the agency.
Interprets trends in the field(s) of service in which the agency is engaged, by maintaining involvement in the professional field as a whole.
Human Resources Management
Oversees all human resources functions, including hiring, terminations, and compliance with employment laws, civil rights, board policies, and contractual agreements.
Reviews and recommends updates to employee benefits and personnel policies.
Supervises management staff and evaluates their performance.
Financial and Organizational Management
Provides leadership in policy development, implementation, and compliance with board directives and funding requirements.
Ensures fiscal responsibility, including budget preparation with staff and board, and overall financial health of the agency.
Maintains public accountability, preserves agency resources, and oversees required reporting.
Sets and enforces performance and accountability standards across operations, including program evaluation and alignment with strategic goals.
Assesses community needs and advises on new program development.
Resource Development
Supports the board in developing short- and long-term resource development plans to diversify funding sources in support of the organization’s mission.
Oversees and ensures that annual resource development goals are met.
Cultivates organization’s relationships with major funders and donors.
Community Relations and Advocacy
Promotes a strong, positive public image of the organization and its mission across all stakeholders.
Leads advocacy, community engagement, and interagency collaboration efforts.
Represents the agency in the community and fosters broad participation in addressing poverty.
Maintains strategic relationships with government entities, professional groups, and partner organizations.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual 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.
Must be able to travel.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteer boards and committees.
Proven work history, writing samples, excellent professional references are required.
Satisfactory credit history report required, which is deemed substantially job-related in accordance with Oregon Law.
Required prior to date of hire, and throughout employment:
o Valid driver’s license.
o Proof of current auto insurance.
o Satisfactory criminal and credit background check
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social services or a related field preferred; may be substituted for equivalent experience.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive professional managerial experience.
Experience managing a complex primarily publicly funded budget including a general knowledge of public accounting principles.
Professional experience supporting boards of directors to achieve governance excellence.
Demonstrated success with fund development, including knowledge of and success in attracting public, foundation, and corporate grants; ability to identify, steward, and solicit major donors.
Experience in service to disadvantaged populations and non-profit administrative experience will be given preference.
Knowledge and Skills
Significant and proven leadership and organizational management skills developed in nonprofit and/or public executive or senior management positions.
Ability to work in partnership with community organizations, partners, volunteers and client groups
Possess excellent interpersonal, marketing, communication, fiscal and personnel management skills.
An affinity for working with a culturally and politically diverse community.
Is visionary, trustworthy, diplomatic, understanding and innovative with high energy level.
Ability to build collaborative ventures with diverse constituents and partners; multi-cultural sensitivity.
Strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to inspire and motivate.
Effective at conflict management.
Computer and Microsoft skills.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Leadership – Leads by example with integrity and accountability. Builds trust, supports team development, and fosters a collaborative, inclusive work environment. Effectively communicates direction, manages change, and motivates others to achieve shared goals.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management – Assists in developing project plans; Provides processes and procedures to help coordinate projects; Communicates changes and progress.
Change Management – Works with the team to help develop workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
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.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk and listen and must regularly stand and walk
Specific vision abilities required by this job include:
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, similar to that of a busy office
Position Details
Serves as MCCAC agency representative for after-hours concerns and emergencies.
This position is responsible for supervising or contributing to supervision of others and is considered a confidential position based on the sensitive and confidential information involved in the job.
The duties outlined in this job description are not all inclusive and additional duties and tasks will be assigned as required.
Mid-Columbia Community Action Council is an equal opportunity provider.
Location: On-site, full time. MCCAC serves Hood River, Wasco, and Sherman counties, with offices located in Hood River and The Dalles
Fair Labor Standards Classification: Exempt
Reports to: MCCAC Board of Directors
Salary and Benefits Information
Annual Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000, depending on experience
Benefits: MCCAC offers an excellent benefits package including Blue Cross medical insurance with the agency covering 90% for employees and dependents. Dental and vision coverage. Life insurance, 401k, paid vacation and sick leave.
How to Apply
Interested applicants please submit resume and cover letter to Joan Bird, MCCAC Board Chair, jbird@co.sherman.or.us.