Associate Executive Director

communityoptions; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Leadership Academy Training

Tuition/University partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks an Associate Executive Director of IDD Services to lead a high-quality program serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, program development, staff leadership, and partnerships with local agencies to support ISP-compliant services.

Must live in or be willing to relocate to Salt Lake. Opportunity to drive program growth, fundraising, and advocacy while ensuring compliant,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with administrative and supervisory experience; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to present facts effectively in oral and written form.
• Employment contingent on background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks.

Responsibilities

• Assess operational issues and develop solutions to maintain a high-quality program.
• Lead and train team to support programmatic initiatives and daily routines.
• Manage team performance through communication, training, and staff meetings.
• Develop current and future programs including residential supports and person-centered planning.
• Develop a Business Advisory Committee to support local needs.
• Conduct fundraising activities to advocate the mission and gather community support.
• Establish relationships with local, state, and governmental agencies.
• Ensure individuals receive required supports per their ISP.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed timely.
• Audit finances of individuals to ensure proper spending documentation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Driver's license

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Associate Executive Director of IDD Services in Salt Lake City, UT. The Associate Executive Director manages a high-quality program and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will support their team with day-to-day operations and will challenge the team to achieve programmatic goals.

Must live in or be willing to relocate to Salt Lake.

Responsibilities

• Assess operational issues and develop comprehensive solutions to maintain a high-quality program
• 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

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required with experience in administrative and supervisory roles; Master’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Collaborative with demonstrated leadership experience
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Competitive Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Leadership Academy Training Opportunity
• Duke University Management Certificate Opportunity
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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