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Goochland Powhatan Community Services (GPCS) is seeking an experienced human services leader who is looking for an opportunity to step into an Executive Director role. We are seeking a leader who will use their experience and vision to guide the agency as they serve individuals and families experiencing mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities within Goochland County and Powhatan County.  Combined, counties have just over 59 thousand residents.

The Executive Director is directly accountable and responsible for the overall success of GPCS operations and will be responsible for managing the GPCS annual operating budget of just over 8 million dollars.

The Executive Director is employed under an annual renewable contract with a ten-member Board of Directors, reports to the board chair, and is evaluated annually by the Board. This position also works closely with the leadership of Goochland and Powhatan Counties and other community stakeholders to nurture growth within the community and the services provided by GPCS. This position requires the candidate to live within the central Virginia region or have a willingness to relocate.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong entrepreneurial drive, outstanding communication skills, strong leadership qualities, and good planning and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities include Engaging with community groups; Creating sound business plans; Developing and directing organizational strategy; Overseeing agency budget and finances; Overseeing day-to-day business activities; Coaching department heads; Drafting organizational policies and philosophies.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Undergraduate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a human service or administration/management field. Comparable experience may substitute for education.

Experience and Ability

• Minimum of six years of experience in leading public or private organizations with functions and responsibilities that are similar or comparable to a Community Services Board (CSB).
• Minimum of two years of experience in reporting directly to a board of directors or other governing body structure that has policy, operational, and fiduciary authority, and responsibilities or to the person who reports to the board of directors; and
• Minimum of two years of experience in working with a broad range of constituents, including individuals receiving services, family members, and advocacy groups in the mental health, developmental, or substance use disorder services or a similar or related human services field.
• Established ability in providing effective leadership, inspiring others by example to achieve the mission and vision of the CSB and to supervise and elicit superior performance from senior directors.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge in the principles and practices of human services administration, business administration, or government program administration and of human resources management and financial management, including budgeting, resource allocation, monitoring, and auditing.
• Considerable demonstrated knowledge of mental health, developmental, or substance use disorder programs and services
• Demonstrated knowledge of planning, evaluation, and quality improvement methodologies and human rights requirements and issues.
• Demonstrated skill in formulating policies, developing, and administering budgets, negotiating, and administering contracts, formulating program plans with goals and objectives, preparing and presenting reports and budget requests, and conducting effective community and public relations.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, communicate, and administer federal and state laws, regulations, and policies that apply to the services provided by the organization.

To Apply –

Application package submissions must include.

1. Completed GPCS Agency application
2. Resume, including salary history
3. Cover letter outlining the candidate’s interest and qualifications.

Any application package missing any of the 3 components listed above will not be considered. 

Accepted submission methods and required agency application for this position are at www.gpcsb.org/employment

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualification and experience.  GPCS offers an excellent benefits package, including an option for free insurance for the employee and participation in the Virginia Retirement System. This position requires the candidate to live within the central Virginia region or have a willingness to relocate.  Open until filled. EOE.