Boys & Girls Club of the Heartland · 7 hours ago
Chief Executive Officer
Poplar Bluff, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveBoys & Girls Club of the Heartland is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead and impact the organization positively. The CEO will oversee the planning and operations, ensuring that the mission is realized by providing a safe and engaging environment for youth while managing resources and community support.
Education
Hiring Manager
Adrian Fryer
Responsibilities
Partner with the Board of Directors in the development and implementation of strategic plans, as well as annual goals and objectives; financial, program and administrative management; and leadership of the organization. Guidance and direction are provided by the Chair of the Board, and by the Board and its Executive Committee
Engage individuals, service organizations, and the broader community to promote Boys & Girls Clubs programs, and services, through strategic, collaborative communication
Direct and participate in public relations and fundraising activities; lead activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for the organization
Establish goals and budgets; develop policies and procedures
Monitor and approve the organization’s program services to ensure achievement of the mission and goals of BGCH in collaboration with and support of the Board of Directors
Oversee management and attainment of resources necessary to ensure the stable financial operations of the organization are conducted in accordance with applicable laws
Responsibility for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the organization’s financial records and reports. This responsibility includes establishing and maintaining effective internal controls, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and adhering to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or other applicable financial reporting standards
Oversee staffing activities of the organization, including recruiting, training, mentoring, and evaluating both paid and volunteer staff
Provide leadership to Club staff by developing administrative and operational standards by which goals will be met
Provide professional leadership to the Board of Directors to ensure the development of an effective and motivated Board, including identification, recruitment, training, and involvement of Board members in meeting the goals of the organization
Demonstrate that safety is a core value, ensure that the management system conforms with membership requirements and industry standards and is actively engaged in the safety improvement process
Establish, implement, and monitor organizational standards and performance measures that define effective safety practices; ensure annual training and reinforcement of these standards; and proactively identify vulnerabilities, assess risk exposure, and implement strategies to mitigate and manage risk
Ensure the organization maintains full compliance with all membership requirements, standards, and policies of Boys & Girls Clubs of America, as well as those of other affiliated and regulatory agencies
Serve as point of escalation, feedback and approval for reportable Club incidents ensuring that all accident and incident reports are completed, up to date and submitted to the administrative office for archiving
May be assigned special projects periodically by the Board of Directors
Reports to the Board of Directors
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan and coordinate operations in a multi-unit organization
Documented success in fundraising or revenue generation, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and other contributed or earned income sources
Leadership skills, including negotiation, problem-solving, decision-making and delegation
Strong communication skills, both oral and written; ability to speak effectively and persuasively to groups and individuals
Demonstrated competency and ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a Board of Directors, staff, community groups and other related agencies
Demonstrated ability to supervise professionals and other staff/volunteers who may be in distant subunits of the organization
Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and empower teams by fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. This includes setting clear expectations, providing coaching and feedback, enabling professional growth, and equipping team members with the resources and authority necessary to achieve organizational objectives and sustained success
A demonstrated high level of professionalism, evidenced by consistent ethical conduct, sound judgment, and effective interpersonal communication
A proven history of consensus building and conflict resolution, with the ability to navigate differing perspectives, facilitate constructive dialogue, and achieve aligned outcomes among diverse stakeholders
Advanced knowledge and expertise in asset management, including financial resources and property
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred, but experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Demonstrated skills and competency in the following areas preferred: the mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of Boys & Girls Clubs; the principles and practices of nonprofit organizations and their management; and resource development activities and sources of funding
Company
Boys & Girls Club of the Heartland
Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.
Founded in 1999
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase