Executive Director - The Sexual Trauma & Abuse Care Center: Lawrence, KS Position: Executive Director

Responsible To: Board of Directors Primary Accountability: Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of The Sexual Trauma and Abuse Care Center (“The STA Care Center”). The responsibility extends to the consistent attention to the success of its mission, financial goals, and strategic direction. Major Duties: Leadership and Supervision, Administration, Development, and Finances Leadership and Supervision:

• Provides visionary and strategic leadership in partnership with the Board of Directors that advances the mission of The STA Care Center.
• Supervises and recruits The STA Care Center’s leadership team and some staff members.
• Provides clear objectives, direction, and deadlines to all staff members of the organization that they supervise and provides support for directors providing this for their staff.
• Delegates responsibilities to other members of staff leadership when feasible and appropriate.
• Responds to leadership challenges and advises supervisees on leadership challenges.
• Attends and is prepared to report at board meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and an ability to respectfully engage with individuals of varied backgrounds.
• Models healthy work environment and boundaries for staff.
• Conducts weekly supervision meetings with all staff under supervision.
• Attends monthly meeting with the board and planning meeting with board leadership; convenes and participates in board committee meetings.

Administration:

• Reports, payroll, communication with the grant manager and accountant and financial management of the agency.
• Manages for IT and purchasing.
• Manages for coding and financial reporting.
• Responsible for records keeping, legal documentation, audit, and benefits.
• Onboarding new staff.
• Manages multiple daily tasks and meets deadlines.

Development:

• Actively seeks out funding opportunities aligned with the strategic plan.
• Leads the organization and is involved in resource development, creating new relations with current and future funds/donors and prospective supporters.
• Demonstrates an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both within and outside the organization as well as working well with others in team situations.
• Communicates effectively and accurately representing the organization to internal and external constituencies.

Finances:

• Ensures agency remains within established budget. Develops and maintains the annual budget.
• Applies agency vision to future development and growth of the agency and the budget.
• Makes deposits and communicates with auditors, accountant, etc.
• Ensures all grant management is executed and agency meets and exceeds grant expectations.

General:

• Monitors potential opportunities and responds to challenges.
• Manages a multitude of tasks in a deadline driven environment.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, law, sociology, or another related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in the sexual violence field or related field (domestic violence, child welfare and abuse, victim services, etc.)
• Nonprofit board, grant management, development, or other similar experience.
• Budget management experience.
• Ability to work with strict confidentiality requirements, as well as utilize good judgment in the preparation and distribution of confidential information.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated leadership philosophy.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated use of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.
• Experience as a spokesperson with presentation and communication skills; ability to represent the organization positively in the service area, and on the state and national level.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, data analysis, and understanding and identification of underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, multi-task, plan, and execute priorities with minimal supervision and to work independently and in team settings.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read computer screens, mail, e-mail and talk on the phone.
• Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to travel as directed by position requirements.

Work Environment:

• Flexible, professional, and people-oriented environment.
• Interaction with staff, guests, and other community members.

Additional Information:

• Salary: $72,000-77,760
• 100% agency paid Health Insurance benefits (including, health, dental and life insurance), retirement
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, holiday)

Job Classification: Exempt; Full-Time Work Schedule: Determined by organization needs, which may include night, weekend, and holiday work hours. The STA Care Center is committed to making sure our agency is diverse and representative of the community. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor. Apply with resume, cover letter and 3 references to carecenter.board@gmail.com. Back to KCSDV’s Job Board.

Director of Education and Training Kansas Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence Position: Director of Education and Training Responsible To: Associate Director of Programs Primary Responsibility: Supervising staff and projects conducting statewide training and education activities for victim advocates and allied professionals on the topics of stalking, sexual assault, and domestic violence; oversee updates to curriculum and materials, provide coaching on effective training delivery, including for virtual training strategies, e-learning, and the use of other technologies to enhance training delivery; serve on the KCSDV leadership team, and participate on state and national committees, as appointed. Specific Duties:

•  Supervise and direct the Education and Training Division, by incorporating strengths-based and reflective supervision with team members
• Provide coaching on utilizing technology for training delivery, including the use of a learning management system, e-learning and Zoom for live virtual and hybrid training sessions
• Develop and deliver in-person or virtual training on stalking, sexual assault, and domestic violence advocacy and response, as needed
• Supervise and assist with regularly updating course curricula, based on best practices and data as gathered through training and program evaluations
• Stay current on best practices, research and literature, and effective and appropriate responses to sexual and domestic violence including advancements in e-learning and virtual training technologies
• Develop and implement a marketing plan in coordination with Communications Coordinator and Publications Specialist, incorporating online platforms for outreach and engagement, as necessary
• Coordinate or assist with the logistical planning of KCSDV sponsored or co-sponsored events, including annual conferences, public awareness events, or training events
• Supervise and complete project-related grant reports and deliverables; including the timely submission of project-related materials, as required
• Serve on the Division Directors management team, contributing to strategic decisions making for the agency
• In collaboration with other directors, develop and write grants related to project areas covered by this position
• Provide technical assistance to coalition members and allied professionals on issues regarding stalking, sexual assault, and domestic violence, as requested
• Serve as subject matter expert and representative to organization, and committees related to stalking, sexual assault, and domestic violence, as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Employment Status: Full-time (36 hours/week), exempt. Salary: $65,000. Additional compensation provided to bi-lingual/Spanish speaking candidates. We know the practice of salary negotiation can contribute to pay inequities; this starting salary is non-negotiable. Our compensation structure—as well as our approach to future compensation adjustments—is transparent to all employees. Benefits: Health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance, Section 125 mini-flex plan, access to employee assistance plan, and retirement fund contribution. Location: This position offers a collegial working environment in our offices in downtown Topeka, KS. with a hybrid in-person/remote work schedule. Remote work is set for most staff as Mondays and Fridays, with weekly office hours as 8:30am-5:00pm (Monday-Thursday) and 8:30am-12:30pm (Fridays). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed: Ability to assist direct service providers with best practices regarding stalking, sexual assault, and domestic violence response. Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple staff and projects at one time, work independently and with a team, and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Demonstrated commitment to KCSDV’s mission and philosophy, including social justice values and anti-oppression work. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to travel in Kansas and out-of-state and have own means of transportation. Other Requirements: Ability to travel with own means of transportation KCSDV is an equal opportunity employer. KCSDV does not consider race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or marital status in employment decisions. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based upon these grounds. Back to KCSDV’s Job Board.