Chief Executive Officer

Daystar Kids; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Daystar Kids, serving the Rochester community, seeks a Chief Executive Officer to drive the Agency's mission and growth. The CEO will lead strategic initiatives, oversee operations, and foster relationships with stakeholders to ensure financial sustainability and enhanced visibility in the community. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of leadership experience, particularly in the not-for-profit sector, and a strong passion for making an impact in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

160-hours of PTO

40 hours of sick leave

23 paid holidays annually

401(k) with company match after 1 year of service

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of senior leadership experience in relevant organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, financial management, and fundraising.
• Strong understanding of not-for-profit governance and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and strategic direction for the Agency.
• Oversee all aspects of operations, including program development and delivery.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Agency and advocate for its mission.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Communication

Stakeholder Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (MBA or MPA)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Insero Talent Solutions (Daystar Kids) -Rochester, NY, United States

Insero Talent Solutions is recruiting a Chief Executive Officer for Daystar Kids in Rochester, NY.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the Agency. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide visionary, innovative leadership, oversee all operations, ensure financial sustainability, cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders, and champion the Agency's mission and values. The CEO will be a dynamic, results-oriented leader with a proven track record.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Strategic Leadership and Vision:

Develop and implement a strategic plan that aligns with the Agency's mission and goals, ensuring long-term sustainability, impact, and growth plans.

Provide visionary leadership and inspire staff and stakeholders to achieve the Agency's objectives.

Monitor and engage in the external environment to identify opportunities and challenges that impact the Agency.

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, care, growth and continuous improvement.

Operational Management

Oversee all aspects of the Agency's operations, including program development and delivery, finance, human resources, marketing, fundraising, and communications.

Ensure the efficient and effective use of resources to achieve programmatic goals and contractual outcomes.

Develop and implement policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; serves on Agency compliance committee.

Foster a positive and productive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates a talented, inclusive and diverse staff.

Financial Management and Fundraising

Oversee the development and management of the Agency's budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.

Oversee grant writing and reporting.

Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

Manage and provide oversight of capital campaign.

Work collaboratively with Board and staff to significantly enhance philanthropic fundraising to meet current and future needs of the Agency.

External Relations and Advocacy

Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Agency, representing its mission and values to the community and key stakeholders.

Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, government officials, partner agencies, families, funders and the media.

Advocate for the Agency's mission and the needs of its programs, enrollees and families.

Serve as the Agency point of contact in all matters relating to construction and expansion projects.

Enhance the Agency's visibility and reputation in the community.

Board Relations

Work closely with the Board of Directors to develop, and implement strategic plans, policies and budgets.

Provide regular reports to the Board on the Agency's progress and financial status,

Support the Board in its governance responsibilities, including recruitment and development of Board members.

Ensure open and transparent communication with Board.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a relevant field (MBA, MPA, Organizational Leadership, Management, Healthcare Administration, Early Childhood etc.) preferred.

Minimum ten (10) years of senior leadership experience in early childhood, not-for-profit, or healthcare organization with a documented, proven track record of success.

Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, financial management, fundraising and program leadership.

Strong understanding of not-for-profit governance, legal requirements and best practices. Knowledge of Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), pediatric healthcare, and/or Early Childhood education principles are highly desirable.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills.

Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.

Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire and motivate teams.

Passion for the mission and impact of the organization and a commitment to serving the

Familiarity with partner organizations a plus.

Ability to use and leverage technology to promote efficient operations of the Agency.

Proficient in MS Office, including MS Excel.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary, within stated range, will be commensurate with experience and education

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

To encourage work-life balance, we offer 160-hours of PTO, 40 hours of sick leave, and 23 paid holidays annually.

401(k) with company match after 1-year of service.