Site Director, Veterans Housing & Services

Nation's Finest; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nation’s Finest is seeking a Site Director to manage a Nation’s Finest site with accountability for personnel, contracts compliance, site budget, and program activities. This exempt, in-person role reports to the Residential Services or Supportive Services Director.

The role requires strong leadership, grant/contract oversight, fundraising and outreach to veterans services, and collaboration with government and partners. Must meet educational and experiential requirements as listed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Behavioral Health, Public Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Social Work, Behavioral Health, Public Administration, Management, or related field required OR commensurate experience as defined by 10 years in a related field and relevant job title with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience demonstrating proven skill in organizational management, budget development, and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of laws and ethics involved in behavioral health services.
• Knowledge of government and non-profit employment, training, and housing programs.
• Knowledge of VA-funded grant and contract programs for at-risk Veterans highly desirable.
• Advanced computer skills and familiarity with O365
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to research, organize and write proposals for grants.
• Ability to access and understand state and federal laws and regulations relevant to Nation’s Finest programs.
• Ability to organize and interpret data and information related to clients and programs and to convey that information in written formats.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of site services, the design & implementation of special projects, and Nation’s Finest relationships with community partners.
• Develop and submit proposals and applications for funding as required. Research & identify new funding sources to supplement or expand Nation’s Finest services.
• In coordination with the Compliance department, ensure compliance with all current grant and contract requirements and goals.
• Assist the leadership team in developing a site budget. Track all expenditures and maintain a balanced budget for all programs.
• Hire, supervise, evaluate, and develop supervisory program staff. Facilitate regularly scheduled staff meetings and training as needed.
• Collect, review, and evaluate client statistics. Develop statistical narrative reports as required by funders or as requested by headquarters office.
• Work diligently to educate and inform local government officials, legislators and others on Nation’s Finest programs and the needs of military veterans.
• Advocate for the needs of veterans and advise internal stakeholders of potential policy development that is in the best interest of Nation’s Finest clients.
• Participate in local networking and community collaborative activities that serve to enhance services provided by Nation’s Finest.
• Develop, improve and implement robust outreach programs to identify and engage with veterans to ensure compliance with outcome goals and to serve as many veterans as possible.
• Act as the spokesperson of the site with all media engagements and requested tours/local engagement activities in collaboration with the Communications Department.
• Work collaboratively with the state and local mental health, alcohol & drug, and housing government agencies.
• Maintain a seat on the local Continuum of Care board and/or various community interest and partner committees.
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Budget development

Staff supervision

Proposal writing

Grant compliance

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree required or commensurate experience

Tools

O365

Job description

Nation’s Finest is seeking a Site Director to manage a Nation’s Finest site with accountability for personnel, contracts compliance, site budget, and program activities. This exempt, in-person role reports to the Residential Services or Supportive Services Director.

The role requires strong leadership, grant/contract oversight, fundraising and outreach to veterans services, and collaboration with government and partners. Must meet educational and experiential requirements as listed.