Executive Director

West CAP an innovative, progressive community action organization dedicated to creating Strong, Secure Families, and Stable Communities since 1965, is seeking an Executive Director.

This position, based in our Glenwood City, WI office, offers a hybrid work-from-home option following the initial training period.

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and oversee operations to advance West CAP’s mission. This role is responsible for the comprehensive management of programs, staff, budget, and community engagement.

The Executive Director ensures that services effectively address community needs, that the agency runs efficiently, and all programs adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, as well as funding requirements.

In collaboration with the Board of Directors, community stakeholders, and partner organizations, the Executive Director develops long-term strategies and sustainable solutions to support low-income individuals and families.

At West CAP, we prioritize a supportive work culture that values work-life balance and fosters a positive, engaging environment for our employees as they deliver impactful services to our participants.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field.

Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership role, preferably within a nonprofit organization, with a strong background in program management, grants management, financial oversight, and community engagement.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of creating and maintaining a clear vision for the organization. Experience working with a Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Proficiency in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies in partnership with a CFO.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements for nonprofit organizations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Strong public speaking and communication skills, with experience serving as a spokesperson for an organization.
• Proven success in advocating for policies and initiatives that support low-income families and advance social equity.
• Commitment to the mission of supporting low-income individuals and families, trauma informed care, with a deep understanding of the challenges they face.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, familiarity with financial and client management systems, and other applications that support efficiency of work.
• Demonstrated excellence in professional writing, with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and compelling communications for a range of audiences, including board members, funders, stakeholders, and the public.
• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and analyze critical documents, including legal agreements, financial reports, contracts, grants, policies, and regulatory guidelines.

BENEFITS :

• Competitive salary, starting $120,000 to $140,000
• Hybrid work from home and flexible schedule after training period
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, retirement, and free life / disability benefits
• Generous paid time off, over 4 weeks annually your first year
• Holiday pay
• Paid training and development opportunities

We embrace diversity, inclusion, and employees who reflect the population we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor prohibited by law.

For consideration, please send resume and cover letter

by November 20

2024. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation, for those with a disability, to complete any part of the application process.

If you are unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact us at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

No otherwise qualified person shall be excluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise be subject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age (over 40), race, religion , color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression), national origin or ancestry, disability or association with a person with a disability, arrest record, conviction record, marital status, family / parental status, pregnancy or childbirth, military participation, genetic testing, submitting to honesty testing, or use or non use of lawful products off the employers premises during non-working hours.

Our Culture is what Keeps Us

We believe that as employees, volunteers, and board members dedicated to our mission of reducing poverty and developing assets, we must apply ourselves to the task of growing as a sustainable organization and as employees.

Our work life illustrates our beliefs as an agency.

Consequently, we seek to conduct our work in a supportive environment and within a mutually supportive culture. Within our agency we value and seek to create a qualified workforce that reflects the demographic and cultural diversity existing in our larger community.

Our employees are competitively reimbursed for their jobs and provided with a workplace and the tools that enable effective effort.

Employees and board members have opportunities to make contributions to decision-making processes. Within our work, we relate to one another as we relate to our clients;

with respect, honesty, and civility. We know that we can count on one another.

Our behavior emulates what we desire for our participants; learning and growth are key ingredients of the culture we seek to build.

As an organization (a corporate person), our citizenship demonstrates what we expect of our community compassionate institutional behavior, behavior that works for the common good of the community.