Position Title: Director
Date: October 20, 2021
Exempt: Yes
GENERAL PURPOSE
Serving as Chief Executive Officer, the Director provides the vision and personal leadership for the institution's growth and development. He/she develops strategies and initiatives to fulfill the Community Kitchen’s mission and insure its financial stability and growth.
Plans and directs all Community Kitchen personnel, activities and operations; is responsible for volunteer management; oversees the financial management and physical facility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Community Kitchen Board and Meals on Wheels Board.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervises all Community Kitchen personnel and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Management & Administration
• Develop organizational goals and objectives consistent with the mission and vision of the Kitchen.
• Develop and administer operational policies.
• Oversee all services & activities to ensure that program objectives are met.
• Oversee business operations.
• Ensure compliance with funding sources & regulatory requirements.
Financial Management
• Develop, recommend & monitor annual budget.
• Submit monthly financial statements to the board of directors.
• Produce an Annual Report.
• Oversee fundraising & development, including grants, events & earned income.
Human Resources
Job Description: Director
• Administer Board-approved personnel policies.
• Ensure proper (legal) hiring & termination procedures.
• Manage all contracted employees & services.
• Provide for adequate supervision & evaluation of all staff.
• Act as Kitchen liaison with Community Kitchen Board, Meals on Wheels Board, & Cerro Gordo County.
Board Relations/Governance
• Reports to the Community Kitchen and Meals on Wheels Board.
• Works with the Board to ensure sound governance.
• Initiate and assists in development of policies & strategic planning.
• Assists the Board President in planning the agenda and materials for monthly board meeting.
Performs related duties as needed.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
As designated by Community Kitchen and Meals on Wheels Board. Completes miscellaneous tasks as needed, other duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from a two college or university with a degree in human relations, or equivalent experience.
(B) Three years related experience in non-profit management; or
(C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A) Considerable knowledge of the Human Services, volunteer management, grant writing, and staff management; knowledge of fiscal management.
(B) Ability to develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities with client needs including scheduling meals, distribution of supplies, and direction to appropriate resources. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, volunteer groups, partner agencies, contractors, clients, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid state driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, including word processing software and graphics; desk top publishing; calculator; copy and fax machine; phone; automobile; general kitchen tools and equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently life and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually very quiet while in the office, and moderately loud at times when working in the kitchen or serving area.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work
that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Effective Date: October 20, 2021
