SNCC Executive Director Position Opening

Syracuse Northeast Community Center, Inc., a local non-profit human services agency is
seeking to hire a full-time Executive Director.

The mission of Syracuse Northeast Community Center is to work with area residents to
provide services and programs to address the changing needs and interests of the City of
Syracuse’s north and northeast neighborhoods.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Executive Director, under the guidance of the Board of Directors is responsible for the
strategic leadership and management of all services and operations of the facility in order to
promote and accomplish the agency mission and goals.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
A qualified candidate will possess:
i A degree in public or business administration, social work or related field
preferred;
i Five or more years experience in a non-profit environment required;
i Management experience in administration, finance and planning;
i Familiarity with public and private funding environments
i Knowledge of Social Services programs, regulations and other disciplines
related to individuals and families in need;
i Experience in developing and overseeing agency financial management,
budgeting and vouchering;
i Experience in development, fundraising, and grant applications;
i Demonstrated ability to build coalitions and forge cooperative arrangements
with other agencies;
i Experience in human resources and personnel management;
i Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
i Enthusiasm for working with diverse groups of people;
i Ability to think strategically and creatively.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
i Advocate, initiate, and lead the development of program innovations in keeping
with expressed neighborhood needs and the efficient provision of services;
i In conjunction with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is
accountable for the development and implementation of agency goals and
objectives in accordance with the agency’s mission;
i Ensure rigorous accountability and long-term stability through sound
management of fiscal resources;
i Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, and attend all Board
meetings;
i Recruit, hire, direct, and manage staff to ensure compliance with agency
policies and procedures, funding sources and regulatory agencies;
i Negotiate and administer lease agreements and maintain cooperative
relationships with component agencies;
i Initiate a management system to evaluate the programs and services provided by
the Center to ensure they are responsive to neighborhood needs and adhere to
the agency mission;
i Implement Board policies and strategies for financial management including all
revenues, expenses, investments, and a working balanced budget.
i Ensure agency representation at neighborhood meetings in the identified service
area;
i Facilitate formal and informal partnerships with local groups and programs in
support of the agency mission;
i Guide all development activities and solicitation of funding sources, including
grant writing and special events;
i Act as primary spokesperson and advocate for the agency and the people it
serves to other local, statewide and national organizations;
i Attend all meetings, workshops, and trainings that support the efficient and
effective operation of the agency.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental and retirement options.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references by
March 2, 2012 to director@snccsyr.org. No calls please.
Syracuse Northeast Community Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people
of color, individuals with a disability, veterans and others who would enrich the diversity of
Syracuse Northeast Community Center, Inc. are encouraged to apply