Executive Director

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Ashland, Lake City, Travelers Rest, Madison (KY, SC, SC, WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Settlement seeks an Executive Director to lead, plan, and direct its programs in Kentucky. You will supervise department directors and administration staff, manage the budget, and ensure ethical standards, safety, and policy adherence.

You will handle recruitment decisions, sign contracts, cultivate support from churches and foundations, mentor staff, advise the Board of Directors, and ensure timely delivery of goals in service of the Settlement's mission.

Qualifications

• Commitment to God in Christ and a respect for United Methodist Ministry
• Spiritual maturity and comfort with Christian language
• Willingness to align with Settlement mission and United Methodist theology
• Strong leader who is trustworthy and mentors others
• Strategic thinker with sound technical and operational focus
• Well-organized, self-directed with outreach orientation
• Capable of communicating clearly to diverse audiences
• Ability to produce clear documentation for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to speak persuasively to large audiences
• Proficiency with Windows, Office, social media, and Settlement systems

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and direct efforts of Henderson Settlement
• Directly supervise Department Directors and administration staff; accountability
• Prepare and manage budget within approved limits
• Final recruitment and dismissal decisions except for Supervisory level decisions with Board President
• Maintain high ethical standards, safe practice, policy adherence and discipline
• Sign legal contracts and agreements on behalf of the Settlement
• Seek material and financial support from various sources and report progress
• Engage in regular professional training
• Advise the Board of Directors
• Carry out duties as assigned by the Board President
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Serve as advisor to the Board of Directors

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Mentorship

Time management

Documentation

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media

Settlement information systems

Job description

Responsible for supervising, directing, and administering the programs of Henderson Settlement.

The Executive Director shall:

Lead, plan and direct the efforts of Henderson Settlement

Directly supervise the Department Directors and administration staff; hold them accountable for their assigned duties

Prepare; manage the Settlement budget; stay within approved budget

Final decision on recruitment and dismissal of all staff, with the exception of those on the Supervisory level where decisions are made in consultation with the President of the Board of Directors

Establish and maintain high standards of ethical behavior, safe practice, policy adherence and discipline throughout the staff

Sign, as necessary, legal contracts and agreements on behalf of the Settlement

Seek material and financial support by making needs known to staff, individuals, church groups, foundations and other organizations; report progress as required

Take advantage of regular professional training

Serve as an advisor to the Board of Directors

Carry out all other duties as assigned by the Board President

Maintain a safe, clean working environment

Qualifications:

Commitment to God in Christ and a respect for and understanding of the ministries of the United Methodist Church

Spiritual maturity and comfort with the language and essentials of the Christian faith

Willingness to work with the Settlement’s mission and vision and to honor United Methodist theology, social principles and practice

Strong leader who is trustworthy and willing to serve as a mentor

Strategic thinker with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and a strong operational focus

Well-organized, self-directed individual with a heart for outreach missions and the community

Intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels

Ability to produce clearly written documentation for technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to speak persuasively and confidently to large and diverse audiences

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, as well as social media platforms and all existing Settlement information systems

Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field; four or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Expectations of Employee:

Adhere to Henderson Settlement’s Policy and Procedures

Act as a role model within and outside Henderson Settlement

Maintain a positive and respectful attitude

Communicate regularly with the Board of Directors

Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload

Consistently meet deadlines

Deliver expected results in the areas established as goals or objectives

Exemplify the highest standard of Christian faith and morality

For more information please contact Katrinia at [phone] Ext 318