Executive Director of CIS High Point Job at Communities In Schools North Carolina, High Point, NC

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  • Communities In Schools North Carolina
  • High Point, NC

Job Description

The organization

Founded in 1988, Communities in Schools of High Point is an independent nonprofit with a proven history of meeting its mission to “surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.”

In collaboration with Guilford County Public Schools and other aligned partners, CISHP works to support 9 schools and over 400 students every day. CISHP is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors, and its members bring a range of expertise, connections and an entrepreneurial perspective from various fields.

Role of the Executive Director

The Executive Director (ED) serves as chief executive of CISHP and, in partnership with the Board, is responsible for the success of the organization. Together, the Board and ED assure CISHP’s relevance, the accomplishment of the mission and vision, fiscal responsibility, and the accountability of the organization to its diverse constituents, partners and funders.

The ED is the face and voice of the organization in the community and as such must be able to work with and advocate for students and their families within the Guilford County Public Schools. Resource development is key in expanding CISHP’s funding base. The ED will need to create a plan for diversifying and expanding funding sources in addition to grant writing.

The ideal candidate will be an effective and thoughtful leader, strong on vision as well as implementation. They must possess a high level of integrity and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Training and Experience

· 3 years minimum of progressive work experience, in an executive or senior leadership role, serving in a non-profit organization reporting to a board of directors.

· Track record of effectively leading and scaling a performance and outcomes-based organization and staff

· Knowledge of the High Point community

Commitment to Communities in Schools of High Point mission

· Passionate about the needs of children and their families and helping to create communities that support all children to reach their potential.

· Vision and an unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program outcomes.

· Understanding of the issues and research surrounding student attendance and factors leading to success in school.

Fiscal Accountability and Resource Development

· Excellence in financial management with the ability to safeguard fiscal resources and adhere to all internal controls.

· Keeps current on fiscal procedures, principles and standards ensuring all financial data is properly calculated and reported.

· Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.

· Proven history of resource development and grant writing skills.

Leadership

· Promotes organizational mission and goals.

· Builds constructive working relationships with others characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

· Inspires and influences others to be excited and committed to furthering the organization’s objectives, ideas and programs.

· Listens to others and communicates in an effective, open and honest manner.

Compensation and Benefits CISHP offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CISHP is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity among its applicant pool as well as within its staff and board of directors.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement,

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