Executive Director

Camrose and District Support Services (CDSS) is seeking a highly motivated team leader to support the CDSS board, staff and community partners in meeting the preventive social service needs of Camrose and area. CDSS is the FCSS program for the City of Camrose, Camrose County, and five Villages within the County.

As a team leader with a visionary approach, the CDSS Executive Director effectively juggles human resources and internal operations with external liaison and community development. A management approach that balances respect for staff and program autonomy while safeguarding the organizational integrity of CDSS as a whole is critical.

Key Responsibilities Include:

The CDSS Executive Director works with the board to develop policy and set the strategic priorities for the organization. The director provides supervisory support to seven senior staff, oversees financial management and human resources, and prepares and submits FCSS accountability reports to the province as required. Community development and multi-agency collaboration are key components of the position Flexible hours are expected within the regular 8:30 am to 4:30 workday, Monday to Friday, including evening and weekend hours as may be required.

Requirements:

This is a multi-faceted position requiring diverse qualifications, education and experience, including

A relevant undergraduate degree; Master’s Degree strongly preferred

At least five years’ experience in a senior management position

Strong financial management skills: solid capacity for budgeting and financial planning, and ability to comprehend financial statements essential; experience with audits an asset

Experience with project, program and fund development, including writing successful proposals and preparing comprehensive program reports (outcomes and financial)

Experience writing, reviewing, revising and implementing operational and personnel policy

Familiarity and experience with applicable regulatory guidelines and/or legislation an asset

Experience working with and/or serving on one or more boards of directors

Appreciation for the principles of community development and ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of community partners and agencies

Flexibility, with adaptable planning skills and a thoughtful approach to critical problem-solving

High degree of empathy and emotional maturity; capacity for sound judgement and personal responsibility

Use of a personal vehicle and flexible working hours are needed for this position

Proof of current Criminal Record Check Required

Cover letters and resumes with three references can be emailed in confidence to CDSS Board Chair Doug Lyseng: veggys@xplornet.ca.

CDSS thanks all who apply, but will only contact those selected for interview.

Employer Contact:

Name: Doug Lyseng Email: veggys@xplornet.ca

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Apr 22, 2021
Closing Date: May 21, 2021