Red Shield Youth Center Executive Director I (6380)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Hattiesburg, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking an Executive Director I to plan, develop, manage, and direct the daily operations of the center in accordance with its vision and mission. This role involves overall management, center-wide safety, planning, vision, and leadership for all aspects of the center, including programs and services, finance/budget management and reporting, resource development, human resources management, center member services, communication, and advisory organization engagement. The Executive Director will assume a leadership role within the community, partnering with businesses, foundations, government officials, other nonprofits, and supporters. They will work with the Area Commander/Corps Officer to establish vision, policies, strategic focus, priorities, and the general scope of services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience with successful and impressive track record of operational leadership of multifunctional and decentralized teams and sustaining business/nonprofit/programs with a budget up to $500,000.00.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Driver’s License
CPR and First Aid certification

Responsibilities

Ensures the annual Center budget is funded and Center has adequate cash flow and reserves.
Collaborates with the Advisory Board/Council, Area Commander/Corps Officer, to refine and implement the strategic plan while ensuring that the budget, staff, and priorities are aligned with our core mission.
Leads the implementation of sound safety practices throughout programming; ensures that Center always complies with The Salvation Army Safe from Harm; ensures safety procedures are reviewed regularly, implemented, and inspected for compliance; ensures the timely reporting and follow up of incidents and accidents.
Ensures successful adherence to all Human Resources/Employment policies and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure a safe environment.
Manages the comprehensive collection and reporting of information for programs; ensures the data integrity of collection and reporting of programs; ensures the regular and routine processes for data collection and reporting.