Executive Director - Virginia & West Virginia

I. MAJOR FUNCTIONS: Acts as Executive Director of the Chapter, reporting to the National Office and accountable to Chapter Board of Directors pursuant to the Chapter Charter. Recommends and participates in formulation of policies and makes decisions within existing policies as approved by the national NASW Board of Directors. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates Chapter staff, programs, and activities to ensure that objectives are attained, plans are fulfilled, and member needs are met. Maintains effective internal and external relationships through management, leadership, and communication to achieve economical, productive performance, forward-looking programming, and constructive growth of the Chapters. This position supports both Virginia and West Virginia Chapters.   II. BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Within the limits of the NASW Bylaws, the Chapter Charter and the policies and national standards for Chapters, the Executive Director is responsible for and has authority to accomplish the duties set forth below. Administrative and Management Ensures that the Chapter Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and officers are kept fully informed of the conditions and operations of the Chapter and of all important factors influencing them. Attends all meetings of the Chapter Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Recommends, to the Chapter Board of Directors, programs that will further the objectives of the Chapter.  Implements decisions of the Chapter Board of Directors pursuant to the Chapter Charter and consistent with decisions of the national NASW Board of Directors and the National Office.  Develops and administers, for purposes of day-to-day operations, specific policies, procedures, and programs to implement established Association goals, and carries out decisions of the national NASW Board of Directors and the National Office as required.   Meets reporting requirements as established by the National Office, including but not limited to, financial reporting and progress towards established goals. Financial Management Plans and manages the Chapter budget in conjunction with the National Office and coordinating with the Chapter Board. Administers Chapter funds under the direction of the National Office and consistent with the authority of the Chapter Board pursuant to the Chapter Charter. Funds will be administered in accordance with Association fiscal policies. Is responsible for submitting all required reports to the National Office, including materials for an annual report and the annual consolidated audit. Prepares grant proposals to fund specific Chapter activities as directed by the Chapter Board of Directors. Human Resources Management Establishes a sound organization structure for the Chapter office. Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises Chapter staff as authorized by the National Office. Directs and coordinates staff. Identifies the potential voluntary person power of the Chapter through involvement of members on Chapter committees and task forces and in programs and social action.       Communications Maintains effective relationships across the Association and keeps the Chapter Board and Chapter members and volunteers informed of materials and policies from the National Office. Plans and executes communications to the general membership that includes an annual report, newsletters, general mailings, news releases, and so forth. Marketing Provides staff support to the planning, organizing, and directing of membership recruitment and retention programs, evaluates results, and recommends policies, procedures, and actions required to achieve membership goals. Promotes interest and participation in Chapter activities on the part of the membership and local program units. Legislative, Regulatory and Electoral Advocacy Provides staff support for legislative, regulatory and electoral advocacy activities of the Chapter at the state level, and if needed, the national level.  Education, Conventions, and Meetings Responsible for facilitating the planning, promotion, and administration of official Chapter meetings. Participates in the planning and conducting of workshops and educational programs related to the interest and purposes of NASW. Local Program Units Assists the Chapter President in developing liaisons between the Chapter Office and local program units. Provides special assistance to leadership of local program units helping to identify possible members and aiding in organization and development of programs. Visits local program units periodically to learn about their special interests and problems and to become acquainted with local leaders. III. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Internal Interacts with Chapter staff and volunteers, Chapter Board of Directors, Executive Committee, National Office staff, and Regional Representatives to the national NASW Board of Directors. Serves as staff liaison to all Chapter committees and provides liaison between the committees and the Chapter Board of Directors. External Interacts with state and local governments when necessary. Establishes and maintains contacts with outside associations, social work education programs, organizations, and vendors, which will benefit and promote the interests of the Association. IV. MINIMUM WORK REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge In-depth knowledge of Association policies, procedures, and operations. Knowledge of professional social work issues. Master’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience. Professional degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school is preferred.  Experience Three to five years in administration, management, and policy in addition to educational requirement. Experience working in volunteer associations Skills and Abilities Demonstrated management and supervisory skills, analytical research skills, communication (both verbal and written) skills, interpersonal skills, computer literacy, and negotiation skills and experience. Ability to travel as required to host conferences, attend coalition/legislative meetings in the service of the membership. V. DIMENSIONS Supervision Supervises staff and volunteers within the Chapter. Financial Scope Prepares budget, monitors expenditures, and reviews and controls Chapter expenses under the direction of the National Office with input and programmatic guidance from the Chapter Board of Directors. Reporting Relationships Reports directly to the National Office, Deputy Director, Chapter Operations, with accountability to the Chapter Board of Directors pursuant to the Chapter Charter.