OVERARCHING ROLE AND BACKGROUND
STLF operates in a shared leadership structure called the Core Model, which requires compromise, trust, and equal voice. This leadership style utilizes a roundtable approach toward discussion and decision making. Part of this role (Co-Executive Director) makes you one part in a team of three people. Together as a unit (a...
OVERARCHING ROLE AND BACKGROUND
STLF operates in a shared leadership structure called the Core Model, which requires compromise, trust, and equal voice. This leadership style utilizes a roundtable approach toward discussion and decision making. Part of this role (Co-Executive Director) makes you one part in a team of three people. Together as a unit (a Core), you collectively make decisions regarding the overall strategic vision, direction, and charge of the organization. Additionally, you will serve a functional, more specialized role (Director of Development). The other Co-Executive Directors' additional roles are:
- Director of Operations and Finance
- Director of Marketing and Human Resources
Aligned with this collaborative leadership approach, there are shared responsibilities within both your Co-Executive Director and Director of Development roles. These responsibilities will be shared with your Core or with other office staff. The Core Model is designed to be highly supportive and challenging. There will be a high level of support from other Co-Executive Directors throughout the flexible transition period of 6 or more months.
The majority of this role's time is dedicated to development. Development equals approximately 33% of STLF's overall budget. There are high goals, expectations, and responsibilities within this role, specifically in development. This position is responsible for the organization's success and longevity in development
CO-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for organizational strategic planning, accountability, and decision-making. Responsible for the overall functioning and longevity of the organization. Management of all daily duties and tasks. Responsible for communicating and managing area-specific cores of people that contribute to the completion of tasks and programs. Oversees the execution of all programming. Assesses needs and ensures that program objectives are met. Holds responsibilities and accountability to the Board of Directors.
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and implement a comprehensive annual and long-range plan for development/fundraising. Identify, prioritize, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors. Recruit, organize, and train volunteers as needed to support fundraising efforts. Serve as effective spokesperson for the mission and value of STLF to donors and prospective donors. Accountable to the Development Committee, Board of Directors, and Core
JOB EXPECTATIONS
This is a demanding position that requires time and energy beyond the description listed. You will be asked to contribute to and fulfill areas outside of your primary role. Additional expectations are:
- 30% in office, 70% traveling (for development-related activities)
- Working five or more weekends, per year
- Attendance at Summer Retreat/Annual Meeting (August)
- Attendance at additional College Trainings, as needed
- Participation in at least one full STLF program
- Potential communication and support with College Chapters, serving as National-Chapter Contact
- Fill in as leader and attend STLF programs, as needed
- Organize and lead committees related to job description, as needed
COMPETENCIES
STLF hopes to recruit talent that reflects the culture, mission, and values of the organization. A major component of STLF is a leadership structure called The Core Model, which promotes shared responsibilities and a team-approach. Below are the competencies each staff member will be expected to adhere to and will be reviewed on:
- Team Work
- Accountability
- Initiative
- Relationship Building/Composure
- Attitude
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- College graduate
- Previous experience in youth programming
- Previous work experience (preference to 2+ years, preference to Development experience)
- Experience working with a team, preference to collective/shared leadership structures
- Involvement in college life and clubs, preference to high leadership roles on college level
- Ability to produce at least one reference related to STLF (see Job Application)
- Open to staying at STLF 4-6 years
- Ability to write and speak persuasively
DESIRED SKILLS
- Project management skills
- Relationship building and management skills
- Facilitation, speaking, and presentation experience
- Charisma, energy, and passion
- Resilience, persistence, and initiative
- Entrepreneurial experience
- Follow-through and personal accountability
- Ability to think high-level, with strategy and vision
- Experience working with and leading volunteers
PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Full performance reviews take place up to two times a year, administered by the Board of Directors. Additional checks every few months for the first year of work.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary is approximately $37,000 for this role. Additionally, STLF contributes 2% of salary to a Simple IRA (no contribution required from individual). Comprehensive major medical plan provided, through BlueCross BlueShield of Minnesota. Each employee receives 27 personal days (paid time off), to be used in the current Fiscal Year. For every weekend work that exceeds the expectation of five weekends, employees receive an additional day of paid time off
TIMELINE AND PROCESS
There will be two rounds of interviewing for this role, with preference to in-person if able. You will be notified via email or phone regarding invitation and scheduling for these interviews. Interviewing will take place in January
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