Organization: Maps Credit Union
City: Salem

Type: Full-Time
Primary Job Function: Executive Leadership
Secondary Job Function: Program
Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Description & Details

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Executive Director is the key leader of the Maps Community Foundation (MCF) and is responsible for overseeing its administration, programs and strategic mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Strategic Leadership.
   1. Works directly with the MCF Board of Directors and the Maps Executive Team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward the strategic agenda of the MCF
   2. Develop, in conjunction with Maps Marketing and Outreach, all MCF public and media relations efforts designed to provide maximum exposure for the MCF and Maps Credit Union.
   3. Establish the MCF as a key community change influencer within the Maps Credit Union Service Area.
2. Community Leadership.
   1. Engage in effective community leadership at the highest levels in the Maps Credit Union Service Area, as defined by the MCF Board of Directors and the Maps Executive Team.
   2. Build and maintain strong relationships in the community, specifically with corporate and philanthropic partners for strategic growth and partnership opportunities.
   3. Manage all ongoing community programs.
3. Program Coordination
   1. Establish an annual budget and present to the MCF Board of Directors.
   2. In coordination with the MCF Board of Directors and the Maps Executive team, establish goals and priorities for the successful outcome of strategic initiatives.
   3. Maintain a database of affiliated parties to effectively pursue identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities.
   4. Provides management reports to monitor and track the work of the Foundation to the MCF Board of Directors, Maps Executive Team and Maps Board of Directors.
   5. Assists in fostering a culture of philanthropy throughout the Maps organization and the community.
   6. Prepares and/or assists with writing grant proposals.
   7. Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws and maintains a high level of awareness of regulatory, legislative, financial and social developments, which impact the Foundation’s efforts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Exercise considerable judgment and discretion.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and project a professional image when giving and taking information in writing, in person, and over the phone.
3. Accurate typing/keyboarding skills; intermediate computer skills, including the use of word processing and Excel spreadsheet software applications and e-mail.
4. Ability to demonstrate the highest level of ethical behavior.
5. Ability to manage and develop people.
6. Ability to retain a broad knowledge of tasks performed in the department(s).
7. Ability to remain flexible in order to adapt to changes in work environment.
8. Ability to study and apply new information.
9. Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; excellent time-management, problem-prevention, and problem-solving skills.
10. Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
11. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
12. Ability to work with co-workers, members, and outside agencies professionally and tactfully.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Bachelor’s degree.
2. Five to ten years of senior nonprofit management experience.
3. Solid, hands-on, budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision making and reporting.
4. Must be bondable.

Last Updated: August 9, 2019