OCOK Chief Executive Officer

Position Function: The CEO of Our Community Our Kids (OCOK) will be directly responsible, for day-to-day operation, success and advancement of the SSCC Community Based-Care initiatives under OCOK in keeping with Board-established bylaws, mission and vision statement, strategic plan, budgets, policies and procedures. The CEO will be responsible for leading and inspiring staff and community members toward the establishment of proven approaches that best achieve the mission and vision of OCOK. The position requires sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics, skills for successfully advocating in public and political environments, and the ability to establish formal and informal partnerships supporting the accomplishment of OCOK’s mission.

Requirements:

Education:

Required: Master’s Degree

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Non-Profit Management, Business or Public Administration
• Licensed Childcare Administrator or obtain such in 1 year

Experience: Minimum 10 years organizational leadership experience, with at least 5 at an Executive level in a not-for-profit or governmental agency.

Functional: The CEO will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance and development of Community-Based Care contracts held by OCOK. The CEO will lead the successful operation of a complex organization and will professionally represent and advance OCOK with state leadership, external stakeholders, donors, elected officials and other Single Source Continuum Contactors. The CEO will speak publicly in community, governmental, court or legislative settings to enhance the brand and success of OCOK. The CEO will position OCOK for future expansion opportunities and ensure successful implementation of any new ventures.

Working Conditions: Exposure to children and families with behavior problems including physical and verbal aggression. Exposure to media, legal and legislative pressures.

Exposure to Confidential Information: Maintain confidentiality & follow policies related to personal records & client records.