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JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Executive Director leads ERI in advancing employment opportunities, supporting personal choices, and enhancing the well-being of individuals with disabilities. Key Executive Director responsibilities include setting strategic goals, overseeing annual workplans, empowering the Board in its governance, and managing program development, grant-writing, fundraising, human resources, office administration, and financial management. The Executive Director also represents ERI, fostering strong relationships with the Board, funders, partners, staff, and the public, while upholding high ethical standards and integrity. The Executive Director is hired by the ERI Board of Directors and is evaluated annually by the Board or its designees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Provide direction and leadership to achieve ERI\'s mission and its strategic goals. a. Collaborate with the Board on strategic planning, regularly evaluating progress. b. Develop and manage work plans to achieve short-term and long-term goals. c. Establish and oversee performance measurement and evaluation systems to monitor the effectiveness and sustainability of programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. d. Develop and execute a strategic communication plan to effectively convey ERI\'s mission, goals, and impact to internal and external stakeholders. e. Implement equitable human resources policies and procedures. f. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the workforce, workplace, services, and partnerships. 2. Support the Board in Governance: a. Ensure the Board has the information needed to fulfill its strategic and fiduciary responsibilities as a nonprofit organization. b. Communicate any compliance issues for Board discussion and decision-making. c. Maintain bylaws and organizational standards to support Board function. d. Provide timely and accurate program and operational updates for Board decisions. e. Assist the Board in monitoring the organization\'s financial performance and support diversity initiatives. f. Participate in Board meetings and committees and collaborate with the Board President on meeting agendas, logistics, and Board recruitment, including onboarding of new members. 3. Provide organizational leadership. a. Engage with local, state, and national leaders, policymakers, and partners to advocate for ERI\'s mission and influence public policy for people with disabilities. b. Develop an annual budget for Board approval and monitor financial performance. c. Lead grant writing, fundraising initiatives, and revenue development efforts to ensure financial sustainability of the organization. d. Ensure management practices align with Board policies and comply with relevant laws and regulations, grant administration, and other relevant provisions. e. Monitor contract compliance and revise HR policies as needed. f. Maintain appropriate staff levels and provide them with professional development opportunities. g. Promote collaboration, empowerment, and accountability within the organization. h. Align program implementation with ERI\'s mission and objectives. i. Develop and implement succession planning for leadership continuity. 4. Other duties as assigned. a. Perform additional duties as requested by the Board of Directors. b. Adhere to confidentiality, security, and privacy protocols to protect sensitive information. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Education: Bachelor\'s degree in business administration, management, human resources, communication, marketing, sociology, social work, community leadership, or a related field. Leadership Experience: Substantial leadership experience at a management level of a department or organization, including staff management, financial oversight, strategic development, and marketing/communications. Resource Development Experience: Demonstrated success in building and implementing a diverse revenue development plan, including grant writing, fee for service contracts, and donor development. Human Resources Management: A minimum of five years managing employees and overseeing human resources functions. Regulatory Compliance: Five years of experience managing programs in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as contractual obligations. Board Relations: Experience working with a nonprofit Board or other advisory group. Mission-Driven: Strong commitment to the organization\'s mission, vision, and values, with the ability to translate these into effective programmatic and operational outcomes. Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of regulations governing nonprofit organizations. Managerial Expertise: Expertise in management and motivational theories, particularly in leading teams. Strategic and Financial Planning: Proficiency in strategic planning, goal setting, financial planning, and budgeting ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Other: Interested candidates should submit the following application packet to jobs@eri-wi.org: A cover letter highlighting your skills related to this position. Your Resume. Three professional references with your application. Note that we will only contact references for candidates who are finalists for the position. A brief, one to two pages, writing assignment on the following: \"How would you introduce ERI within a grant application or to a potential donor?\"