State Executive Director 069-12
Austin, TX
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. With the help of those who want a safer future, MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end this danger on America’s roads. PowerTalk 21® is the national day for parents to talk with their kids about alcohol, using the proven strategies of Power of Parents™ to reduce the risk of underage drinking. And as one of the largest victim services organizations in the U.S., MADD also supports drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every eight minutes through local MADD victim advocates and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. Learn more at www.madd.org or by calling 1-877-ASK-MADD.
The MADD Austin, TX office is currently seeking candidates for the position of State Executive Director 069-12
Picture your next career leading a dynamic non-profit in Austin, TX. Experience a place to work where expectations are high and where you can make a real difference! If you want to be a part of history in the making, then come be a part of MADD’s mission-driven professional executive team. The State Executive Director, working with the Director of Field Relations and other statewide and national leadership, will manage the daily and strategic operations of MADD Texas.
We are seeking an experienced professional who can lead the organization to new heights in providing high quality programs and services that support our mission of stopping drunk driving, supporting victims of the violent crime, and preventing underage drinking.
Responsibilities include:
• building an effective and diverse staff team and volunteer Advisory Council
• leading fundraising efforts and increasing revenue
• delivery of high quality program initiatives
• advocating and promoting MADD’s mission and vision
• Staff Development
The new Executive Director will inherit tremendous opportunities and partnerships to shape the future of MADD Texas. This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly changing and dynamic national organization. The successful candidate will model our organization’s core values and will be an agent for positive change and the pursuit of excellence.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
1. Identify, contact and develop all sources of funds necessary to continue the operation of the state. On an ongoing basis, continue to develop corporate, community and other contacts to increase funding available for delivery of services and programs. Ensure that appropriate amount of funding to run the state is available at all times; maintain a balanced budget.
2. Recruit, develop, manage and sustain, in a collaborative effort, a State Advisory Board to fulfill MADD’s mission through development of a statewide strategic plan and implementation of core services and programs, based on MADD’s volunteer management model.
3. Develop strategic capacity building plans to enable future growth of mission objectives in the state.
4. In consultation with the Marcom Department, ensure accurate MADD messaging for staff & volunteers to represent MADD to the public, media and other outside organizations. Promote the organization’s mission and initiatives through pro-active outreach to these groups to raise awareness on the part of the public and elected officials.
5. Identify areas within the state where victims are underserved; develop and implement programs to ensure services are available in those areas.
6. Partner closely with the state legislators and Public Policy Department in preparation of recommendations consistent with MADD’s activities.
7. Supervise grant administration, including but not limited to ensuring regular liaison and reporting to grant funder, achievement of annual grant performance objectives through program development and fiscal management of the grant.
8. Recruit, train, develop and provide leadership to employees and volunteers. Ensure that all programs, services and grants are being implemented and managed efficiently, effectively and professionally through establishment of goals & objectives and that employees receive, understand and are held accountable in meeting goals & objectives.
9. Ensure the State and Affiliate organizations within the state are in compliance with MADD policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to the organization’s operation, to include all grant compliance and guidelines.
10. Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Five to seven years of progressively more responsible management experience in non-profit businesses. At least 4 years of prior staff management experience is required.
2. Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
3. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to make presentations, good public speaking and public presence a must.
4. Ability to network and recruit support. Must be able to demonstrate an established track record in fund raising for non-profit organizations.
5. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines on projects.
6. High level of computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Word and Excel.
7. Ethical behavior and confidentiality are a must in this position.
8. Ability to travel, work a flexible schedule and respond to emergency situations.
Please submit Resume, Cover Letter and Salary History. No phone calls. Interested Candidates should forward resumes to the following email address: BD.resumes@madd.org MADD offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits + business casual environment.
“An Interested Party will be considered an applicant only after the individual has complied with the application process and has indicated the specific position for which they are applying.”
MADD is an equal opportunity employer.
