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CENTRAL CALIFORNIA BLOOD CENTER

President/CEO

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA BLOOD CENTER, Fresno, California, United States, 93650


FLSA Status : Exempt

Employee Status : Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Reports To:

Central California Blood Center Board of Directors

Pay Range:

$300,000 - $400,000 annually

Location:

Jenny Eller Donor Center – Fresno, CA

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organization within the blood bank industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and operation of the company, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors, ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards while aligning organizational initiatives with long-term goals. This role demands exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams across various departments. Successful candidates will have a proven track record of scaling organizations, developing strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth. You will be tasked with navigating complex business challenges while promoting a values-driven approach to leadership. We expect the CEO to lead with integrity to enhance the company's public profile, engage with stakeholders, and represent the organization in various forums. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our enterprise and influence the ecosystem in which we operate. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to execute business plans effectively and build operational efficiencies, we encourage you to apply and join us in this transformative journey.

Market Summary:

The Central California Blood Center (CCBC) is committed to saving lives and improving patient care by providing a safe and abundant blood supply for the patients and families in the communities we serve. We provide blood and services to patients who receive care at over 20 hospitals and their network of facilities in Fresno, Tulare, Madera, Kings, and Mariposa Counties.

CCBC has five donor collection centers in Central California and currently employs over 170 team members. It is one of two blood centers in California with a full-service laboratory, including infectious disease testing, donor screening, component QC testing, and immunohematology reference consultation services. We are exploring moving into the cell therapy space.

Job Summary:

The President/CEO provides general supervision, direction, and control of the business of the Corporation and the administrative officers of the Corporation. The President/CEO shall be an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors and all standing committees and shall have all the powers and duties of management usually vested in the office of the President of a corporation and shall have such powers and duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors or Corporation Bylaws. The President will act as the duly authorized representative of the Board of Directors in all matters in which the Board of Directors has not formally designated some other person for that purpose. The President/CEO is responsible for compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory agencies.

Job Duties:

Develops and communicates the strategic vision for CCBC, consistent with the mission and vision statements and with Corporation Bylaws.

Develops short-term and long-term strategic plans to ensure the sustainability of CCBC and its mission.

Assures good stewardship of the resources of the Corporation and of all volunteer blood donations.

Directs the activities of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Medical Director.

Recruits, hires, and oversees competency of the SMT and Medical Director.

Frequently communicates with the Board of Directors to assure transparency and to support good board governance.

Assures that SMT reviews all SOPs, internal audits, and inspection reports and maintains awareness to assure compliance.

Assures appropriate licensing is procured and maintained to operate CCBC.

Directs SMT in the development of budget proposals and business planning.

Regularly communicates with the community, physicians, Corporation Members, Board Members, staff, hospital authorities, and other customers and stakeholders.

Approves all contracts, leases, major purchases.

Approves the CCBC Quality Plan.

Attends all Board of Director and committee meetings as ex-officio Director.

Regularly performs SWOT assessments and works to leverage CCBC strengths and opportunities to maintain and grow the business, identify, avoid or mitigate threats.

About You:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

A graduate degree such as MBA, MHA, MPH, or equivalent is preferred. An MD/DO candidate would be considered.

Must have a proven people-oriented leadership style.

In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and performance management principles.

A minimum of five years working in the healthcare or blood bank industry in a C-suite position is preferred.

An innovative mindset with outstanding organizational and leadership skills.

Strong background in business, including strategic planning, knowledge and understanding of the most effective and efficient ways to utilize all of the resources of the organization, human or otherwise.

A strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to make data-informed decisions.

Exemplify the highest level of integrity and discretion, managing sensitive information, lead confidently in high-pressure situations, and represent the leadership team with professionalism and credibility.

Familiarity with diverse business functions such as lab, marketing, HR, and donor collection operations.

Must be an excellent communicator and active listener that values feedback and input from others, including board members, employees, business and community leaders, physicians, hospital representatives, and elected officials.

The Central California Blood Center is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, hair style, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state of California Civil Rights Law, it is the policy of Central California Blood Center to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department at myhr@donateblood.org.

The deadline for applications is

November 13, 2024 .

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