Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness · 1 day ago
Executive Director
Shoreline, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expLake City Partners is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing homelessness in the Lake City/North Seattle area. The Executive Director will provide leadership and direction to the administrative and direct service staff, support the Board of Directors, and maintain relationships with key funding organizations and the community.
Individual and Family Services
Responsibilities
Work with the Board of Directors in order to fulfill the organization’s mission
Responsible for leading LCP in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board
Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions
Key outcome in first year: Clear communication with the Board to support effective governance
Works with the Board and staff to develop, sustain, and utilize resources sufficient to support the long-term mission of the organization
Responsible for the fiscal integrity of LCP, to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget as well as regular financial statements that accurately reflect the fiscal condition of the organization
Responsible for fiscal management that anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures strong resource utilization, maintains adequate cash flow for operations, mitigates risks, and maintains the organization in the financial position approved by the Board
Responsible for fundraising, grant writing and other revenue development activities necessary to support LCP’s mission. This includes ensuring funds are used according to donor/grant agreements, and all federal, state, and local regulations are complied with
Ensures LCP is appropriately staffed, with the proper human resources systems, to fulfill its mission and strategic goals. When gaps occur, works with the Board to identify and recommend strategies to address strategic resource gaps
Effectively and collaboratively manages through ambiguity and adversity of both internal and external challenges
Key outcome in first year: Annual budgets are developed and aligned to strategic priorities
Demonstrates a strong community presence as a nonprofit leader within the LCP service area
Supports, promotes effective leadership in communicating about the organization while building partnerships
Serves as an effective spokesperson; represents the organization well to its constituencies including other nonprofits, governmental agencies, elected officials, funders and the general public
Maintains and cultivates community partnerships with the above groups
Key outcome in first year: Maintain positive, active relationships with King County, municipalities, and housing partners, protecting and enhancing LCP’s reputation
Implements organizational priorities, while being attentive to evolving organizational and community needs
Sets a positive and collaborative tone and demonstrates transparent communications with Staff, providing and receiving feedback constructively
Models and promotes strong, affirming organizational culture among staff members, promoting a professional work environment and work culture based on mutual respect
Effectively coaches and guides staff on areas for improvement and growth
Experienced in applying trauma-informed principles to the services provided by the organization, as well as internal team management
Ensure the organization achieves its mission through a commitment to racial equity and social justice
First key outcome for first year: Clear assessment – plus plan for action – of organizational strengths, risks, and opportunities shared with the Board
Second key outcome for first year: Engage the team in professional development, process, and mission improvement while maintaining a professional, respectful, and collaborative culture across all sites
Implements the strategic direction of LCP by developing and articulating a clear operational vision aligned with the LCP mission and values
Demonstrates personal and professional qualities of analysis and judgement necessary to support continual progress, to investigate emerging opportunities, and address needs for change as they arise
Represent LCP and as well as LCP’s clients in advocacy and partnership building efforts
Key outcome for first year: Clear assessment – plus plan for action – of organizational strengths, risks, and opportunities shared with the Board
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in an applicable discipline
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural setting
A track record of high integrity leadership
5 or more years of senior management experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting
Strong budget management skills including preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting
Demonstrated organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program implementation, and task sharing
Ability to effectively implement fund raising strategies, grant application management, and donor relationships
Strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking
Experience with advocacy, community relationships, and familiarity with issues faced by those experiencing homelessness, including trauma informed practices and management in the operations of a 24/7 shelter
Preferred
Experience with King County Regional Housing Authority preferred
Benefits
Health Benefits: Employee, 100%
Retirement Benefits: Automatic enrollment at3% of base salary within agency 403 (B) Plan
Paid Time Off: 2-5 weeks vacation depending on seniority
Sick leave: 2 hours earned per every 40 hours work
Other leaves: Bereavement, Paid Family and Medical Leaves
Company
Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness
Our mission is to end homelessness by providing shelter, respite care, work opportunities and other services, so that people facing homelessness have increased opportunities for stabilization, recovery, and permanent housing.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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