Description

Oklahoma AmeriCorps seeks a strategic, collaborative, and results-oriented Executive Director to lead the Commission’s operations and advance its mission of strengthening communities through service. The Executive Director provides organizational leadership, oversees AmeriCorps programs throughout Oklahoma, and ensures effective stewardship of public funds and grant resources.

Reporting to the Commission, the Executive Director is responsible for implementing the Commission’s strategic priorities, managing staff and operations, monitoring program performance, and maintaining compliance with applicable federal and state requirements. The Executive Director also serves as a key liaison among the AmeriCorps federal agency, state and local government officials, program partners, and community stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, organizational management, financial oversight, and relationship-building skills, along with a commitment to volunteerism, civic engagement, and community impact.

Compensation and Benefits: This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and a cell phone allowance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Executive Leadership and Strategic Planning

Oversee the Commission’s day-to-day operations to promote organizational effectiveness, accountability, and responsible use of resources.
Implement Commission-approved policies and procedures and recommend improvements as organizational needs evolve.
Keep the Commission informed of organizational performance, emerging challenges, and opportunities to strengthen its impact.
2. AmeriCorps Program Oversight

Serve as the primary liaison between the federal AmeriCorps agency and Oklahoma AmeriCorps programs.
Foster effective communication and collaboration among the Commission, programs, government partners, and community organizations.
Monitor and evaluate program performance, financial management, regulatory compliance, and progress toward established outcomes.
Review and evaluate subrecipient budgets, financial reports, and program performance to support effective grant administration and achievement of program objectives.
Identify opportunities to strengthen program quality, accountability, and statewide community impact.
3. Staff Leadership and Administration

Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate Commission staff and contractors in accordance with applicable policies and requirements.
Establish clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and accountability standards.
Delegate assignments effectively and support a collaborative, productive work environment.
Oversee administrative processes and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective operations.
4. Financial Management and Accountability

Oversee the Commission’s financial operations, including annual budgeting, grant funds, expenditures, and financial reporting.
Review financial records and monitor the appropriate use of Commission and grant resources.
Ensure financial practices comply with applicable requirements and established internal controls.
Coordinate with external auditors and relevant personnel to prepare for and support the Commission’s annual Single Audit.
Address audit findings and support corrective actions, as needed.
5. Compliance and Risk Management

Ensure Commission operations and program activities comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, grant requirements, and Commission policies.
Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and implement appropriate operational or procedural adjustments.
Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of contracts and other official documents within the Executive Director’s delegated authority.
Promote sound internal controls, accurate documentation, transparency, and organizational accountability.
6. Government Relations and Public Representation

Represent the Commission in communications and meetings with the Governor’s Office, elected officials, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
Build and maintain productive relationships with policymakers and community partners to advance the Commission’s priorities.
Communicate the value and impact of AmeriCorps programs and advocate for initiatives that support service and community development in Oklahoma.
Represent the Commission before the public, governmental bodies, volunteer organizations, and other relevant audiences.
7. Reporting and Commission Relations

Provide regular reports to the Commission regarding organizational operations, program performance, financial status, compliance, and strategic initiatives.
Present relevant information and recommendations to support informed decision-making by the Commission.
Maintain open communication and promote transparency, accountability, and alignment between the Commission’s priorities and operational activities.
8. Other Duties

Perform other duties consistent with the position’s responsibilities and the evolving needs of the Commission.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, nonprofit management, political science, social sciences, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Financial and Grant Management: Experience developing or managing budgets, overseeing grant funds, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining financial accountability.
Program Administration: Demonstrated ability to manage programs, monitor performance, evaluate outcomes, and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and funding requirements.
Communication Skills: Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with government officials, organizational leaders, staff, and community stakeholders.
Relationship Management: Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships, facilitate collaboration, resolve challenges, and represent an organization professionally.
Organizational and Strategic Skills: Ability to establish priorities, manage competing responsibilities, analyze information, solve problems, and translate organizational goals into actionable plans.
Professional Integrity: Demonstrated commitment to ethical leadership, transparency, accountability, responsible stewardship of public funds, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.