Chief Executive Officer

Job Description

Job Description : \n\n About Us BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES AND THRIVING COMMUNITIES. Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. (UMHS) has been a longstanding and trusted community-centered nonprofit since its founding in 1985. Reaching over 5,000 children, families, and community partners annually throughout eight counties in Eastern Oregon, UMHS provides a comprehensive range of programs in early childhood education, nutrition, and family support. We are a holistic support system that nurtures every aspect of a child's growth—from early childhood education and nutrition to comprehensive family support. Each program we deliver is designed with a singular purpose : to help children and families thrive. CHAMPIONS OF COMMUNITY. With administrative offices in Hermiston, Oregon, UMHS is recognized for delivering high-quality services, and we are often sought out as leaders in our approaches, methodologies, and processes that prioritize serving children, families, and communities. As a regional leader with statewide impact, our spirit of innovation and practice of collaboration has made us a go-to resource for co-designing, collaborating, and connecting with funders, supporters, agencies, school districts, peer nonprofits, and businesses to champion child and family service initiatives in our communities. OUR COMMITMENT : COMPASSION AND CARING. UMHS provides a continuum of programs that include Early Head Start, Head Start, preschool, and childcare services—making us one of Oregon’s largest Head Start and PreK service providers. Our reach extends beyond education, offering vital support through the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) program, Healthy Families, Home Visiting, Child Care Resource & Referral, and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). With a dedicated circle of more than 225 team members, UMHS remains steadfast in its purpose and commitment to the families and communities of Eastern Oregon. Oregon, An Incredible Place to Live and Work Hugging the Columbia River and at the tail end of the National Columbia Gorge Scenic Highway, UMHS and its programs serve communities nestled amidst the stunning landscape of Eastern Oregon mountain ranges and valleys. Only thirty minutes from Tri-Cities, WA and less than an hour to Walla Walla, WA, a region admired for its wine industry and cultural offerings. UMHS is home to popular community festivals including the annual Hermiston Melon Fest and the internationally renowned rodeo event, The Pendleton Roundup. Located east of the Cascade Mountains, UMHS’ service areas experience over 200 days of sunshine with incredible blue open skies and are less than a three-hour drive to Portland and Seattle. Oregonians have a great love for the outdoors and in Eastern Oregon, residents and visitors can enjoy the many waterways, water sports, golf, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and so much more. Our region offers something for everyone. With more businesses moving into the area including AWS, Hermiston is attracting new residents and is the largest city in Eastern Oregon. The Opportunity UMHS is actively recruiting an experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead our growing organization in Hermiston, Oregon. The new CEO will work with a dedicated circle of board directors and a dynamic senior leadership team who are recognized leaders in children’s education, community and human services, and facility management. The new CEO will be joining at an exciting time as the organization is in the early stages of a comprehensive 5-Year Strategic Plan with goals to increase and expand high-quality services and deepen community partnerships in Eastern Oregon. Job Description Job Title : Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Supervised by : Board of Directors Direct Reports : Senior Leadership Team, including Sr Director of ECE, Family and Community Engagement Director, Director of Operations, HR Manager, Director of Finance, Marketing Manager and Executive Assistant Salary Range : $133,140 to $191,800

• Classification : Exempt Terms of Employment : Regular-Full Time Location / Main Site : Hermiston, Oregon
• Salary is commensurate with education and experience Job Goal : The CEO will provide visionary leadership, engaging over 225 staff members in achieving strategic and organizational goals while driving operational growth and ensuring excellence in program delivery. This role requires deepening community and program partnerships, raising the organization’s profile regionally and statewide, and fostering innovation across early childhood education, family and community nutrition services, and other community-centered programs. The CEO will champion a culture of collaboration and belonging, aligning the organization’s efforts with its mission to serve children and families effectively. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Success in this role will be measured by the CEO’s ability to articulate and execute a clear vision that advances key strategic goals, cultivates a unifying and supportive organizational culture, and inspires teams to enhance program outcomes. The CEO will be responsible for strengthening staff retention, expanding funding streams, and elevating the organization's reputation as an indispensable community resource. By driving innovation and impact, the CEO will ensure the organization continues to transform the lives of children and families across eastern Oregon. Areas of focus for the CEO include the following : Board partnership, staff engagement, external / stakeholder relations, funder relationships, community engagement, strategic and collaborative partnerships, public relations and communications, integration of belonging initiatives across the organization, innovation of programs and services, and strategic and vision planning Strategic leadership and organizational management - clear charge in leading the organization with performance indicators on demonstrating both leadership skills, managing external relationships, and effective in organizational management and staff / people managementLead and empower a team of over 225 staff while building a culture of collaboration, belonging, excellence, innovation, and measurable impact in early childhood services, nutrition, and family supportEnsure financial sustainability and growth through strategic resource management and working closely with the senior leadership team, head of finance, and the Board of DirectorsPlan for and help establish development team to grow and diversify funding streams, expand and deepen funding partnershipsBuild and maintain strong partnerships with local, state, and federal funders and stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and effectiveness across eastern Oregon and its service areaChampion belonging initiatives compliant with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that reflect and serve our multicultural communitiesDrive continuous improvement in program quality and outcomes through data-driven decision-making and evidence-based practicesOrganizational LeadershipSetting and executing strategic vision and plans that align with community needsBuilding an organizational culture of innovation, accountability, and excellenceHelping to operationalize and implement and monitor performance metrics across all departmentsEnsuring effective systems for tracking progress and measuring outcomesExternal LeadershipBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholdersRepresenting the organization as its primary ambassadorDeveloping strategic partnerships to enhance program impactEngaging effectively with stakeholders in all communities servedManagement ExcellenceProviding mentorship and development opportunities for senior leadership teamEnsuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable growthImplementing best practices in nonprofit managementDriving collaboration and belonging initiatives throughout the organizationManaging board relationships and governance responsibilitiesStrategic Vision and PlanningLead strategic planning processes and implementationIdentify opportunities for program expansion and innovationEnsure alignment of resources with strategic prioritiesDrive organizational growth and sustainabilityFinancial Management and DevelopmentOversee and annual budget of over$18M t and financial operationsExpand development / fundraising capacity with expanding teams to build and diversify revenue streamsLead funder relationshipsEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsCommunity and External RelationsServe as the organization's primary spokespersonBuild strategic partnerships with community stakeholdersMaintain strong relationships with government agenciesLead public relations and communications strategiesRaise organization profile as a nonprofit and community partner and leaderProgram LeadershipEnsure excellence in programsOversee evaluation of program outcomes and compliance, working in partnership with senior leadership teamCollaborate with senior leadership team to drive continuous quality improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with Head Start regulations by staying informed and knowledgeable about Performance Standards Board Partnership Partner with Board of Directors on governance and strategic visioningSupport board development and engagementFacilitate effective board communicationsImplement board decisions and policies Team Leadership Lead and develop senior leadership teamCollaborate and partner with senior leadership team for a positive, collaborative organizational cultureDrive staff development and retention initiatives with HR leaderEnsure that HR policies and procedures support the company's mission and regulatory requirementsChampion belonging principles throughout the organization General Staff Responsibilities : Participate in staff meetings, conferences, training sessions and workshops as assignedDemonstrate familiarity with employment policies, performance standards, work plan and objectivesMaintain congenial and respectful relations with staff, volunteers, children, families and communityKeep current and accurate records and file reports on timeMaintain confidentiality in regard to staff and family informationMaintain objectives and professional standardsImprove self-skills and educationFulfill role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect PolicyBe a visible and involved presence at work to provide consistency of servicesBe a leading and contributory team member in a positive / productive mannerDemonstrate your commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily dutiesAny other duties deemed necessary by the Board of Directors Education Requirements : Master’s degree required with an emphasis in nonprofit management / administration or related fieldAt least seven years’ experience in senior leadership or executive director position in a human services, health, or community service nonprofit Experience and Skills Requirements : Demonstrated leadership and management of organization with staff and budgetsAbility to advance collaboration and belonging goals and initiatives among all staff and communities servedExcellent communication, speaking, presentation, and writing skillsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organizationStrong knowledge of nonprofit management and best practicesAbility to make timely decisions and exhibit sound and accurate judgmentMust be flexible, well-organized, and able to manage different projects concurrently and often under pressure; with the ability to set priorities and manage time effectivelyKnowledge of financial documents and budgetsKnowledge of HR practices and policiesGather and analyze information skillfullyMaintain confidentialityProficient knowledge of human service nonprofits including serving children and familiesExperience working in and delivering community services through nonprofit programsFlexible, well-organized and able to manage multiple projectsPhysical Requirements : 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to : Observe, compare, and monitor behaviors, records and data to determine compliance with prescribed standards.Comprehend, analyze, and make inferences and references from written material.Lift and move heavy and / or bulky objects up to 50 lbs.Sit for long periods of time with keyboard and do data entry at a computer.Occasionally required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.Frequently required to drive, walk and climb stairs in the office and in a variety of community-based settings.Occasional filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending as necessary.Produce written documentation with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment / Conditions : Work is normally performed in a typical interior / office work environment. Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people.Safety : Apply safe practices in the performance of duties Reporting of unsafe or hazardous working conditions and / or any injury immediatelyComplying with Agency safety standardsParticipate in emergency drillsPromote a culture of safe environments in the workplaceOrganizational Requirements : Current enrollment in the Child Care Division’s Central Background RegistryCurrent physical examination, drug screen, and TB screen documentation prior to hireDesire to work with low-income children and their familiesCommunicate effectively with staff, families, children, and the public using the telephone and in face-to-face, one-to-one, and in group settingsFluent in English both verbally and written Benefits : UMHS offers the following benefits : Medical DentalVision403(b) Retirement PlanBasic Life AD&D PlanEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous PTO / Sick Leave Instructions / How to Apply : The application close date is Sunday, April 6, 2025. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage applicants to apply at their earliest convenience. In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following in your application : A cover letter : Your cover letter should highlight your experience managing nonprofit organizations.ResumeAnd three (3) professional references The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.  Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to all individuals in all aspects of employment,

Salary : $133,140 - $191,800