President & CEO

The Moran Company•River Vale, NJ

23d•$350,000

About The Position

The President/CEO serves as the Administrative Agent of Spectrum for Living. This position provides leadership and overall management by administering a delivery system of comprehensive services/supports in accordance with the organization’s mission and implementing policies and programs approved by the Board of Trustees (Board). This confidential, managerial position holds full authority and responsibility for all employees through an organized supervisory system. The CEO has the authority to exercise independent judgment, establish policies and procedures, and ensure all control systems are in place for the effective and efficient management of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. A master’s degree in business/nonprofit management, finance, and/or Health and Human Services is strongly preferred.
A minimum of ten years of increasingly responsible executive management experience is required, in the developmental disabilities, human services or healthcare sector. Experience must include strategic leadership, fiscal management, organizational resourcing, planning, budgeting, programming, procurement, management, and technical expertise in administering federal and state grant funding.
Previous success in establishing external relationships with individuals and organizations of influence, including government agencies, civic leaders, partner agencies, support coordinators and family advocacy groups.
Commitment and passion to promote the highest quality of life, purpose, and independence for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
Excellent interpersonal skills (listening, sensitivity, conflict resolution, negotiation); excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to inspire support for the mission; strong strategic and critical thinking, diplomacy, and relationship building; keen judgment and decision-making skills; strong collaborative and leadership abilities; ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, the Board, and outside regulatory agencies; ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and demonstrate exceptional follow-up.
Comprehensive knowledge of laws and regulations from DHS/DDD, DHSS, HUD, HCFA, OPWDD, SED, Department of Health, and other regulatory agencies is required.

Responsibilities

Provide effective administrative leadership
Develop a comprehensive management system for efficient planning, monitoring, and evaluation
Ensure adherence to the mission, philosophy, and strategic goals
Oversee human resources management, staff evaluation, and staff development
Formulate policy and planning recommendations for the Board
Coordinate leadership for full licensure
Serve as lead contract officer for agreements, major purchases, and capital improvements
Plan, organize, control, and evaluate administrative functions
Serve as the final arbitrator of staff grievances
Develop and implement annual operating and capital budgets (with the CFO)
Ensure proper financial reporting
Maintain control and direction for all funding sources
Ensure the agency's financial viability
Provide leadership for all fundraising efforts
Oversee the physical assets of the agency
Advise and inform Board members on all significant matters affecting the agency
Interface between the Board and staff
Serve as an advisor on Board committees
Provide honest feedback to the Board on all programs and make recommendations concerning new programs/growth opportunities
Assist with new Board member orientation
Attend all regular Board and designated Committee meetings
Advise the Board on federal, state and local regulatory initiatives that may impact the agency
Act as the designated agent of the Board
Assumes membership on the Endowment Board
Initiate, maintain, and enhance community relations with various agencies, officials, and business leaders
Participate actively on relevant external boards/committees (e.g. ABCD)
Ensure that the agency’s needs and objectives are heard and understood by regulatory authorities
Advocate for public policy supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)
Promote effective relationships with other I/DD-serving organizations
Advocate for public policy supporting providers, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities(IDD) and their families
Educate the Board and families on public policy/regulatory matters affecting the I/DD community
Drive organizational Development/Fundraising initiatives
Actively participate in grant development, presentations, and securing corporate sponsors
Encourage all families/stakeholders to support the agency
Develop relationships with local business and community leaders and other major donors
Develop and implement services that meet community needs
Evaluate services against goals, objectives, and established KPIs
Ensure annual review of Policies and Procedures for regulatory compliance
Maintain up-to-date information on I/DD
Participate in special studies/projects
Develop expansion or modification plans
Oversee the commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) programs agency wide
Conduct regular staff and management meetings for information dissemination and problem resolution
Attend family meetings to enhance communication
Mentor the executive team and administrative staff
Participate in staff development and training
Attend operating and non-Board committees/work groups
Serve as an agency representative at public/community meetings