Chief Executive Officer

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JUVENILE & FAMILY COURT JUDGES•Reno, NV

3d•$180,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) is responsible for the leadership, direction and overall management of the organization and its staff. The CEO reports directly to and works closely with the President, the Executive Committee, and the Board of Directors. The CEO is accountable for directing the organization’s growth and employing best practices to secure the financial resources and human capital required to achieve its goals. In concert with the President, officers, board members, and other members, the CEO serves as NCJFCJ’s representative to its key external partners and supporters, including other organizations involved in juvenile and family justice and children’s issues, funding bodies and foundations, government agencies, legislative bodies, and the media.

Requirements

Master’s degree in law, social work, public policy, or related field; Juris Doctor strongly preferred
Significant experience and knowledge in organizational management in the field of juvenile and family law, court systems, and related activities
Record of high-level non-profit management and experience
Strong experience managing financial complexities of multiple projects and budgets of numerous programs
Successful experience in fundraising in both the private and public sectors
Passion or preference for working in a non-profit or grant-funded environment
Familiarity with all NCJFCJ policies
Basic knowledge or familiarity with federal and state employment law and regulations

Responsibilities

Serve as chief executive officer with responsibility for overall management and operation of the organization in a fiscally prudent manner
Provide leadership, motivation, encouragement, feedback and support to all staff
Develop and maintain a staff of diverse and highly qualified individuals in the areas of juvenile and family law so that NCJFCJ remains a leading provider of education, research, policy development, technical assistance, and support for juvenile and family law courts
Develop and maintain a relationship of trust and confidence with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee in order to work collaboratively to further NCJFCJ’s mission
In concert with the President and other members, serve as representative and spokesperson for NCJFCJ with the media, corporations, foundations, other associations, and professional groups, and with local, state, and national political entities
Lead NCJFCJ’s funding efforts to maintain and enhance its support from all levels of government including the U.S. Congress and the executive branch of the U.S. government, the state of Nevada, and the state of Pennsylvania
Lead NCJFCJ’s efforts to identify, cultivate, and maintain funding from corporations, foundations, and philanthropists and individuals, with particular attention to increasing unrestricted revenue
Maintain and develop effective collaborative relationships with other judicial and court-related organizations and organizations involved in child welfare and juvenile justice in order to pursue joint ventures that enhance the credibility and financial status of NCJFCJ and help further its mission
Foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization
Hire new staff utilizing organization’s talent acquisition guidelines (TAG)
Recruits, develops and retains a diverse, high quality workforce.
Orient and train new staff
Assign, delegate, and oversee work duties
Evaluate performance through continuous feedback and utilizing performance management system
Review and approve time records and leave requests in compliance with NCJFCJ timekeeping policies and practices
Help staff address and resolve concerns or complaints
Provide development activities to staff through mentoring, motivation, coaching, and counseling
Establish and maintain effective team through team building activities
Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process