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Alliance Against Family Violence

Domestic Violence Services / Shelter Executive Director

Alliance Against Family Violence, Topeka, Kansas, United States,


Executive Director

Position Title: Executive Director

Position Reports to: Board of Directors

Type: Full Time with Benefits

Essential Functions

The Executive Director is responsible for oversight of internal and external shelter operation of the 24-hour domestic violence/sexual assault services agency in Leavenworth County and surrounding area(s). The Alliance Against Family Violence (AAFV) operates a 24-hour hotline and shelter facility, sexual assault response, as well as rural and community outreach throughout the county area. Management of these programs includes supervision of all employees in conjunction with other managers, working with an active Board of Directors, fiscal and grants oversight with Grant’s Manager/Health Coordinator and fundraising, as well as developing and maintaining community involvement with the organization. All services are survivor-centered and confidential, as required by state and federal laws. AAFV is accredited by the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, requiring state-level work. This is a highly responsible position that requires a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and instill trust in the organization’s programs and services. The Executive Director must function as the managing director of Alliance operations and serve as board approved liaison between the various departments, state entities, oversight groups, and Board, as well as orchestrating additional programming and or services necessary to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Administrative:

Prepare, track, and monitor agency budgets in conjunction with Alliance Board of Directors.

Ensure that all staff are utilizing AAFV database, spreadsheets & client files so that grants are completed and submitted timely by Grants Director.

Meet with the Board of Directors, including preparing and presenting accurate and timely financial and programmatic reports, inclusive of fundraising activities.

Monitor regulations regarding business requirements.

Manage donations activity and prepare/issue receipts to donors for tax purposes; monthly donations activity to be reported to Board.

Manage volunteer programming for shelter clientele, delegating duties as needed.

Personnel:

Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff and volunteers, both full-time and part-time.

Public Relations and Community Organizing:

Public speaking to civic and other groups.

Develop and assist in delivering educational, prevention and public awareness campaigns.

Work with other community organizations and stakeholders in the organization’s service area to create and support a coordinated community response to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and stalking in conjunction with the Shelter Manager.

State Work:

Participate on the Program Council of the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence by attending quarterly meetings and serving on committees as needed.

Close collaboration and coordination with other domestic violence and sexual assault programs in surrounding areas and across the state.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years experience in the field of domestic violence or sexual assault services.

Possess a clear understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault issues, survivor-centered and empowerment-based services.

Comfort with a variety of computer applications relevant to office management and accounting including QuickBooks.

Excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills.

Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality, especially in a rural setting.

The ability to complete on-call shifts within shelter as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership skills to guide senior managers and handle internal and external conflicts.

Good communication, time management, problem-solving skills, ability to work independently.

Excellent planning and implementation skills to meet Alliance objectives.

Prior advocacy experience with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Physical Qualifications

Ability to lift boxes weighing 20 lbs. with or without assistance.

Ability to climb and descend stairs.

Salary Range

$50,000 to $65,000 dependent on experience and qualifications.

Position Open until filled. EOE

Work Remotely:

Some remote work is possible but onsite & in community presence is routinely required.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule.

Paid time off.

Schedule:

Day shift.

Monday to Friday.

On call.

Weekends as needed.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

Work Location:

In person

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