CEO

Company Description

Second Harvest of the Greater Valley (SHGV) is a non-profit organization that began as Good Samaritan Community Services in 1976. SHGV's mission is to fight hunger by distributing over 25 million pounds of food to over 500,000 individuals through sustaining and growing its vital programs in the following eight counties: San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Amador, Alpine, Calaveras, Mariposa, and Tuolumne. SHGV partners with four other independent food banks affiliated with the Feeding America Network.

Role Description

The CEO is an at will employee who is hired and evaluated by the Board of Directors and is responsible to the Board of Directors through President of the Board. This is an executive level position, exempt as defined by state and federal wage laws. Hours of work are scheduled by the CEO, as needed to carry out the duties of the job and may exceed the standard 40-hour work week. He/she attends all Board meetings and is an advisory member to all committees but does not vote. The CEO shall have the authority to carry out the business of the organization including the hiring and termination of employment of all personnel, signing of contracts approved by the Board of Directors, signing of checks, representing him/herself as the official spokesperson for the organization and the responsibilities for the day-to-day operation of the organization as defined below. The CEO is limited in his/her authority based on a contract approved by and on policies adopted by the Board of Directors, including the legal function of the Board of Directors as defined by state and federal laws, and the Bylaws of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree in business administration, public administration or a field that is closely related. A Bachelor’s degree with two years of management level experience for each year of postgraduate work may be substituted.

2. Three years of management/administrative experience preferably in the non-profit or food banking sectors.

3. Ability to work positively and effectively with people.

4. Demonstrate experience in budget development, program planning, fundraising, personnel management and public relations.

5. A basic understanding of the needs related to food banking.

6. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

7. Valid California Driver’s license, proof of insurance and reliable transportation.

8. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, TB test and criminal background check

9. Able to sit for periods up to 2 hours.

10. Must be able to properly lift and carry up to 25 lbs. of materials.

11. Must possess or be willing to obtain basic First Aid and CPR certification.

12. Able to meet deadlines and perform adequately under time pressures.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Represent the organization in a professional and competent manner.

2. Advocate for the best interests of the organization and clients we serve.

3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, clients, supervisors and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, political affiliation, citizenship, disability, medical conditions, marital status, amnesty and military or veteran status.

4. Will promote and support a culturally and linguistically diverse workforce and be responsive to the population within the designated service area.

5. Maintain confidentiality and confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or organization regulations.

6. Participate in assigned scheduled organization meetings, in-service trainings, conferences and other trainings. This includes serving as an organization representative at assigned community meetings.

7. Observance of assigned working hours and program appointments by demonstrating promptness and thorough preparation.

8. Performance of assigned duties with a positive attitude and in the spirit of teamwork, collaboration and cooperation.

9. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

10. Perform job duties in a safe manner to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others.

11. Preparation of assigned reports, work records, statistical data, job performance evaluations, work plans, etc. in a timely manner.

DUTIES:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: In this capacity, this individual implements the policies established by the Board of Directors and carries on the business in support of the mission of the organization as defined in the Bylaws. Within the limits of the bylaws and policies, procedures and budget, the CEO has full administrative responsibility for duties list below:

Employment Management

1. Recruits, screens, select, supervise, evaluate and discharges management staff as required to fulfill the purpose of the organization.

2. Keeps abreast of the personnel law, trends in the industry, changes in acceptable standards to make appropriate recommendations of policies related to personnel.

3. Evaluates and recommends personnel policies for adoption by the Board.

4. Develops system for open communication between staff and management and implements plant to include staff in program planning.

5. Develops and maintains a system evaluation for safe and effective job performance by organizational personnel.

6. Develops and maintains an organized plan for orientation and ongoing professional training.

Fiscal Management

1. Reviews annual budget with periodic revisions for Board review and approval.

2. Causes the preparation of monthly fiscal reports and an annual independent audit of the financial practices of the organization.

3. Develops reviews procedures for safe, accurate handling of organization funds.

4. Causes all operations of the agency to be performed within the limits and authority of the approved budget.

5. Assists the Board in assessing the long-term and short-term fiscal needs of the organization.

Marketing and Fundraising

1. Assist the Board in planning to obtain adequate financial support for the agency’s programs and services and will be responsible for leading any future capital campaign.

2. Causes the development of an annual marketing plan to include fund development activities using input from volunteers, staff, and professional consultants, as appropriate, for the review and adoption by the Board.

Volunteer Development-Board Advisory

1. Assist the Board President in his/her role as Chair of the Board to fully understand the Board functions and responsibilities.

2. Serve as a resource person to the Board.

3. Assist the President of the Board and the Board in the recruitment and orientation of prospective Board and committee members.

4. Train and supervise staff to work with and to fully integrate volunteers in all levels of the organization.

5. Assist the Board in planning its annual retreat and in developing a strategic plan for the organization.

6. Assist the Board to develop an on-going training and mentoring program.

7. Define opportunities for use of volunteers within SHFB to maximize their contribution to the organization.

8. Serves as an ex-Officio member of all committees.

Program Planning and Implementation

1. To develop and maintain acceptable standards of professional practice in the delivery of services.

2. Annually review the provision of services for quality assurance, adequacy of services delivered and client satisfaction.

3. Keep informed about changing trends, needs of persons with disabilities and their families, resources to adequately inform the Board, recommend services or changes to existing services and policy changes as necessary to the mission.

4. Assist the program staff in community education, information and referral services.

General Administration

1. Keep the Board informed of issues of the organization, regulations, laws, changing needs of the food bank, economic climate, and other issues that might affect the organization. Make recommendations for policy or other action of the Board based on this information.

2. Administer all agency policies and procedures within rules and regulations of all governing and regulatory agencies, state and federal laws applicable to the organization or its services.

3. Act as a liaison between the Board and Feeding America.

4. Interpret the policies and practices of the organization to the public, funding and referral agencies, and to the media.

5. Establish and maintain a liaison with local, state and federal agencies as well as with professional organizations within the local service area.

6. Assist in the preparation of the Board and Committee agendas and record keeping.

7. Develops, implements, reviews and supervises the procedures and record keeping for the business of the organization.

8. Serve as a member of advisory committees, Boards and professional organizations as necessary to assure the needs of persons with disabilities are adequately being addressed.

9. Keep informed of local, state and federal regulations and laws affecting food banks, and making recommendations for action by the Board.

10. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors and set out in the employment contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manteca, CA 95337: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000