Executive Director

Mission Edge; California; On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits account of $350 monthly

Sick leave and two weeks of paid vacation per year

Job summary

A dedicated non-profit organization is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong financial management skills, experience in program management, and a passion for youth services. This includes overseeing a budget of over $2.7 million and leading a collaborative team to meet community needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of successful experience in a senior management role in a non-profit organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse ethnic and socioeconomic population.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization towards a shared vision and new strategic directions.
• Oversee the hiring, training, and management of all employees.
• Manage an annual budget exceeding $2.7 million.

Skills

Strong financial management

Program management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

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Organization Overview

The Escondido Education COMPACT is a dedicated organization committed to providing top-quality youth services in a prime North County location. We are a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Organization Overview

The Escondido Education COMPACT is a dedicated organization committed to providing top-quality youth services in a prime North County location. We are a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Position Summary

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall strategic and operational leadership of the Escondido Education COMPACT, including its staff, programs, expansion, and the execution of its mission. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with strong financial acumen, experience in program management, and a passion for youth services.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management:

• Lead the organization towards a shared vision and new strategic directions in response to changing client and community needs.
• Provide support, education, and leadership to the Board of Directors.
• Oversee the hiring, training, and management of all employees and volunteer staff members.
• Foster a collaborative, energetic, and team-oriented work environment.
• Represent the organization at numerous community meetings and on partnership boards.
  
  

Financial & Fund Development

• Ensure fiduciary responsibility and sound financial management.
• Lead all fund development activities and strategy.
• Develop and manage an annual budget exceeding $2.7 million, with an understanding of government funding and accountability requirements.
  
  

Program Development & Evaluation

• Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of all programs.
• Serve as a program educator to teachers, school staff, and community members.
  
  

Administrative & Operational

• Coordinate and facilitate all Board meetings, sub-committees, and task forces with the support of the Office Manager.
• Handle conflict resolution for students, coworkers, and employers.
• Manage Workers' Compensation administration and OSHA training.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years of successful experience in a senior management role in a non-profit organization
• Strong financial management and planning skills, including previous responsibility for developing and managing a non-profit budget exceeding $2.7 million annually.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse ethnic and socioeconomic population.
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Availability for flexible hours to attend meetings and events.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree (MA/MBA/MS) is preferred.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and public relations skills.
• Advanced skills in Human Resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic, hard-working, motivated, and team-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively in a hectic, fast-paced environment with minimal direction.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $115,000.00-$125,000
• Benefits: $350 monthly flexible benefits account.
• Leave: Sick leave and two weeks of paid vacation per year.
  
  

The Escondido Education COMPACT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages the applications of bilingual persons, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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