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WV Commission for National and Community Service
Job Opportunity Announcement

Executive Director



Reports To: Commission chair of Governor-appointed Commission
FLSA Status: exempt
Salary: Dependent on experience; full benefit package
This position is a pay grade 20.
Closing Date: The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications April 6.
Position Start Date: October 1

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Search Committee
WV Commission for National and Community Service
601 Delaware Ave.
Charleston, WV 25302

Summary

The Director has overall responsibility for the implementation of Commission policies and strategies, program development and management, and coordination between the Commission, Corporation for National and Community Service, and specific state and local programs, in order to accomplish the Commission's mission to build West Virginia communities through service and volunteerism. Ensures the Director and the Commission staff act in an ethical manner and accomplishes tasks and goals within specific time frames and time guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Coordinates statewide needs analysis through public meetings and focus groups;

Develops unified state service plans, strategic plans and policy documents following statewide needs assessment;

Interprets and implements the National and Community Service Act of 1993 and regulations concerning those programs for the Commission and subgrantees and any other national service legislation for which the Commission is the administrative entity; and complies with applicable State laws, and the Commission’s By-laws.

Coordinates with the State Dept. of Education, higher education institutions, Corp for National and Community Service (CNCS) State Office, and other national service programs operating in the state in order to develop an integrated community service effect in West Virginia;

Oversees the drafting of annual funding proposals to be submitted by the Commission to CNCS;

Provides staff and executive support and assistance to the Commission.

Supervises and coordinates the activities of other staff to effectively carry out overall program and fiscal management of state projects;

Oversees the development of a plan to recruit participants and grantees;

Arranges for technical support and training of sub-grantee staff and program participants;

Promotes the concept of national service, the Commission and its programs, and develops funding sources to support these activities;

Works to develop federal, state, and local policies which support service programs; and

Coordinates outside evaluation of statewide service programs.


Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages a central staff through a senior management team, which is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Commission’s programs. The Executive Director carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Commission's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Able to read and interpret written information.

Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.

Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.


Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.


Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands Commission's strengths & weaknesses; Identifies external threats and opportunities.

Time Management – Operates individually and organizationally to meet priorities and goals of the Commission. Utilizes time in an effective and productive manner.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, federal regulations, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts to financial, budget and accounting applications.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

Ability to navigate effectively on Internet, Web, Intranet, e-mail and other electronic tools. Comfortable with common office computer packages including, spreadsheet, word-processing, and PowerPoint.

Other Skills and Abilities
Managerial experience with volunteer and community service programs, education, or youth development highly desirable. Demonstrated fund raising abilities.

Other Qualifications

Ability to travel within and outside the state; Knowledge of state and federal program guidelines, policies, and procedures desirable.


Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use the telephone and computer.


Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.