Associate Executive Director

Community Options Job Board; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is seeking an Associate Executive Director in Smyrna, TN. This role involves managing programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and leading a dedicated team. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and experience in administrative roles. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, paid holidays, and generous PTO. Join a mission-driven organization that values career growth and community support.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative and supervisory roles required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals.
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay calm in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily operations and ensure compliance with state standards.
• Develop current and future programs including personalized supports.
• Conduct fundraising activities to support Community Options’ mission.
• Develop programs including residential supports and person-centered planning.
• Coordinate with local, state, and governmental agencies.
• Prepare financial and service reports as needed.
• May conduct programmatic investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Public speaking

Collaborative

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring anAssociate Executive Director inRutherford County, TN. The Associate Executive Director manages a high‑quality program and supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person is responsible for managing a fiscally self‑sustaining program in full alignment with state regulations and Community Options’ mission. This person will support their team with day‑to‑day operations and will challenge the team to achieve programmatic goals. This person will be responsible for all operations for the assigned region including compliance, growth and development, budget, and workforce development.

Location: Smyrna, TN

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all daily operations and compliance with state licensing and reporting standards
• Assess operational issues and develop comprehensive solutions to maintain a high‑quality program
• Maximize revenue streams and minimize expenditures to maintain a fiscally self‑sustaining budget
• Lead and train team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
• Develop current and future programs including residential supports, personalized supports, supported employment, and person‑centered planning
• Develop a Business Advisory Committee to support local operational needs and challenges
• Conduct fundraising activities to advocate COI’s mission and gather community support
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with local, state, and governmental agencies
• Ensure individuals are receiving the required supports per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Audit the finances of individuals to ensure spending is accounted for with documentation
• Prepare required statistical, financial, and service reports as needed
• May conduct programmatic investigations
• Bachelor’s Degree Required with experience in administrative and supervisory roles required; Master’s Degree Preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience
• Experience with problem-solving against multiple priorities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Understanding and commitment to community‑based support for persons with disabilities
• Confident with public speaking at events, conferences, and on social media platforms

Working Conditions

• Frequent local travel is required utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• May be required to be on‑call in cooperation with other management staff
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If interested, please Apply now or send resume to: [e-mail]

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