What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Executive Director position at Occupational Training Center?
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Assistant Director manages the OTC Services’ programs development, advocacy; provides guidance to the Professional Services department and assists the Executive Director in formulating and executing Board policy.
Essential Duties:
- Provides executive direction to OTC’s programs in the absence of the Executive Director.
- Provides leadership and direction to the Professional Service department
- Provides input and monitoring of the Professional Services financials
- Plans and develops programs to provide opportunities for the individuals with disabilities the OTC serves
- Provides oversight to the Development staff and meets with contractors, architects, engineer and Township staff as needed.
- Serves as a liaison with ACCSES NJ for Extended Employment and advocacy issues.
- Responsible for advocacy on behalf of the OTC and the individuals served.
- Monitors and advocates for pending legislations in conjunction with the OTC’s associations and advocacy groups.
- Maintains a good working relationship with the NJ State Legislator’s in OTC’s district.
- Assist in preparation of reports to the Board of Trustee and attends all Board meetings and Board committee meeting as requested
- Performs other duties, as assigned by the Board and/or Executive Director.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Administration, or related field.
- 5-8 years of managerial, vocational rehabilitation and Day and Residential Services experience.
- Strong interpersonal, communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Demonstrated proficiency in use of PC-Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Acceptable Background Check.
