Executive Director

Portland Recovery Community Center•Portland, ME

22d•$108,000 - $118,000

About The Position

Portland Recovery Community Center (PRCC) seeks an organizational leader with lived experience in substance use disorder recovery to lead the center and promote a positive, hopeful message of recovery locally and throughout Maine. PRCC is a nationally accredited recovery community organization with a $1.7 million budget, more than 20 employees, a large volunteer cadre, and approximately 5,000 people served annually. It provides peer-led recovery support services, mutual aid meetings, prosocial events, wellness activities, statewide training and technical assistance, and support for recovery community centers. The Executive Director oversees the organization’s direction and overall management, ensuring that its work remains aligned with its mission to support, educate, resource, and advocate for people recovering from and affected by addiction. Reporting directly to the board of directors, the Executive Director oversees administration, finances, programs, operations, and human resources; serves as PRCC’s primary spokesperson; and leads fundraising and community relations. The role includes regular business hours Monday through Friday, frequent evening and weekend obligations, and required statewide travel. It is a full-time salaried exempt position. The stated salary range is $108,000–$118,000, commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package including health insurance. The successful candidate can expect a formal review after the initial six months and annual reviews thereafter.

Requirements

Lived experience in recovery, integrity, and personal passion for PRCC’s mission.
Knowledge of recovery community organizations and ability to lead and promote nationally recognized best practices.
Strong knowledge of the recovery field and keen interest in ongoing learning.
Significant senior management experience in the nonprofit sector; experience in a peer leadership model is described as ideal.
Hands-on fiscal management skills, including budget preparation, financial analysis, decision-making, and reporting.
Demonstrated ability to manage multigenerational teams, mentor staff, delegate effectively, model and mandate self-care, and create a safe and motivating environment.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and ability to engage and inspire diverse constituencies.
Past success working collaboratively with a board of directors and volunteers.
Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience, with a track record of building enduring relationships.
Resilience, resourcefulness, and humility.

Nice To Haves

Senior management experience in a peer leadership model.

Responsibilities

Lead PRCC and promote a positive and hopeful message of recovery locally and throughout the state.
Communicate regularly and openly with the board, providing timely and accurate information to support board decisions and engagement.
Assist with board recruitment and ongoing board education and training.
Provide visionary leadership, partner with the board on strategic plans, and maintain fidelity to shared goals and objectives.
Protect PRCC’s fiscal integrity through sound financial practices, adherence to accounting principles, responsible budget management, effective resource use, and maintenance of a positive financial position.
Submit a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements to the board.
Develop and lead implementation of a multifaceted development plan to expand the organization’s support network.
Maintain relationships with public-sector decision-shapers and policymakers and make state and federal funding requests.
Identify, cultivate, and engage major private-sector donors, including individuals, foundations, community organizations, and businesses.
Maintain accurate documentation of donor activities and funding initiatives and ensure informative, timely reporting.
Oversee development and implementation of programming to ensure quality, mission alignment, and desired outcomes.
Develop and execute marketing, communications, and outreach strategies, including newsletters, year-end reports, annual appeals, website updates, press releases, public appearances, and social media.
Serve as PRCC’s primary spokesperson and engage with media, legislators, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
Work with professional, civic, and private organizations to advance common interests and amplify PRCC’s voice.
Ensure legal and regulatory compliance and appropriate allocation of resources.
Maintain comprehensive policies and procedures to guide organizational activities and decisions.
Oversee human resources functions, including hiring, professional development, evaluation, and corrective actions, to support retention of competent, qualified staff.
Execute agreements, memoranda of understanding, contracts, and other agreements on behalf of the organization.