Lost & Found Grief Center is a nonprofit that serves adults and children who have experienced a loss. Our professional grief support resources to our community consist of group and individual education and counseling.

Position Summary: Responsible for overall management, development, and oversight of strategies needed to advance the mission, programs, and goals of Lost & Found Grief Center. Works in conjunction with the Board of Directors, collaborating partners, funders, employees, and volunteers to carry out all aspects of center initiatives. Serves as the face for L&F. Oversight of all center operations and programs. Responsible for organizational budget oversight and maintaining fiscal controls, as approved by the Board of Directors.

Work Location: Lost & Found Grief Center, 1555 S. Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO 65804. Travel for training required on occasion.

Employment Status: This is a full time (40+ hours per week) salaried exempt position.

Work Hours: This position may require attending center and community events outside of normal business hours. Some events may be on weekends or after business operating hours. L&F home-office hours are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. to noon.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Benefits available for full-time staff include health, vision, dental, and life insurance, 401K, and a generous paid time off (PTO) plan.

Core Responsibilities:

Leadership:

o Ensures the mission/vision/values of the organization are carried out.

o Builds trust within the community.

o Serves as an Authorized Official for L&F, within the limits outlined in the bylaws and financial policies.

o Oversight of organizational compliance with all laws, service standards, grants, and contracts.

o Ensure legal compliance for operating a 501c3 non-profit center.

o Ensure annual/quarterly reports and taxes to state and federal government sources are filed in accordance with the law.

o Oversight of all L&F programs and services

o Develop strategic partnerships for the success of the center’s mission.

o Develop a Strategic Plan in conjunction with the Board of Directors, as needed (but at least every 4 years).

o Oversight of organizational Action Plans, dove-tailed with the Vision of Greatness Strategic Plan.

o Directly supervise Director-Level employees.

o Stay updated on all evolving issues at the local, state, and federal levels that impact the center and its clients.

o Comply with Organizational Bylaws

o Work with the Board President and Executive Board to recruit, train, and support the Board of Directors.

o Work with the Board President and Executive Board to facilitate Board Meetings and related agendas, work groups, and meeting minutes. May work with other sub-board committees, as needed.

Development and Financial:

o Ensure L&F’s development activities support the mission of the organization; Support development staff in creating strategic financial goals.

o Support staff with major grant and donor solicitation/cultivation.

o Regularly review and update L&F’s financial policies in conjunction with the Board of Directors.

o Work with the Board Treasurer, and administrative staff to provide oversight of organizational financial health, financial controls, and financial reports.

o Work in conjunction with an independent auditor to conduct an annual organizational audit.

o Work with professional tax advisors to file annual 990s.

o Serve as a signor and Authorized Official on all financial accounts, within the limits of L&F’s financial policies.

o Oversight of L&F payroll and accounting systems.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

· Minimum of (7) seven years of work experience in nonprofit management.

· At least (7) seven years of experience in fundraising.

· At least (7) seven years of experience supervising employees.

· At least (7) seven years of experience in writing budgets and/or basic financial management.

· Ability to pass national criminal and sexual background checks.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills. A good presenter/speaker at events and fundraisers.

· Excellent public relations and relationship-building skills, including conflict management.

· Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy.

· Organized and excellent time management skills.

· Good software/computer skills necessary to conduct the essential functions of the job.

· Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time interchangeably.

· Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds (such as training materials, laptops, and supplies).

· Visual acuity is necessary to read and develop center materials.

· Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with the minimum motor vehicle insurance as required by law for use in attending meetings and events off site.

Please send us your resume if you are interested in this position. We will be reviewing submitted applications and resumes in the month of February.

For more information, please visit www.lostandfoundozarks.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, MO 65804: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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