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American Red Cross

1mo ago

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    Full-time
    Senior Level
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  • You need a BS/BA in relevant fields, 5+ years experience with fundraising, management preferred, MS Office proficiency, local travel, and ability to meet physical demands of the job.
  • You will enhance community recognition, build relationships, manage the chapter board and volunteers, foster teamwork, and support disaster responses locally and nationally.

Requirements

  • Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships.
  • Management Experience: Minimum 1 year- related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change.
  • Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws.
  • Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team.
  • Travel: This position will require approximately 30% local travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
  • Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Responsibilities

  • 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community.
  • 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals.
  • 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission.
  • 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers.
  • 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission.
  • 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally. May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks.

FAQs

What is the location of the Executive Director position?

The position can be based in Great Falls, Missoula, Bozeman, or Billings, Montana.

What kind of experience is required for the Executive Director role?

A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required, along with a demonstrated ability for strong communications, influencing skills, and fundraising strategies.

Is management experience required for this position?

Yes, a minimum of 1 year of related management or supervisory experience is preferred.

What educational background is necessary for this Executive Director position?

A four-year college degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance, or non-profit administration is required. A Master’s degree in community organization or non-profit management is preferred.

What are the key responsibilities of the Executive Director?

Key responsibilities include serving as the face of the Red Cross in the community, developing and managing chapter and board relationships, and supporting mission capacity building efforts.

Will the Executive Director have any operational responsibilities?

No, this position involves very little operational responsibility and is primarily an external-facing, community relations role.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the position will require approximately 30% local travel within the communities served and may include travel for meetings and conferences.

What benefits does the American Red Cross offer for this position?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, health spending accounts, PTO and holidays, a 401K with a 4% match, paid family leave, and employee assistance, among others.

Does the American Red Cross support diversity in its workforce?

Yes, the organization is committed to diversity and delivering programs and services in a culturally competent manner, reflecting the communities it serves.

How can I apply for this Executive Director position?

Interested candidates should upload a formatted copy of their updated resume when applying for this position.

American Red Cross

We prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

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Mission & Purpose

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Each day, thousands of people – people just like you – provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world. We roll up our sleeves and donate time, money and blood. We learn or teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. We do this every day because the Red Cross is needed - every day.