OCWCOG Agency Director
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SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Agency Director will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery to the community. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Agency Director will play a pivotal role in implementing strategic initiatives, managing budgets, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the organization. This position is a mandatory reporter according to statutory requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Staff Development and Management:
- Promote a supportive, inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and professional growth.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, encouraging teamwork, accountability, and excellence.
Financial Management:
- Oversee budget planning and financial forecasting processes to support the strategic goals of OCWCOG.
- Monitor financial performance and ensure compliance with fiscal policies and regulations.
Program Development and Evaluation:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify community needs and develop responsive programs and services.
- Monitor program outcomes and evaluate effectiveness to drive continuous improvement and innovation while maximizing streamlined customer/client access.
Community Engagement:
- Foster strong relationships with local governments, community partners, and stakeholders to enhance collaboration and address regional challenges.
- Represent COG in public forums, meetings, and events to promote awareness and support for its mission.
Operational Leadership:
- Manage and supervise department directors and program managers to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and systems to optimize service delivery and resource utilization. These activities will be done with a lens toward aligning services, operations, and services across both agencies to achieve streamlined outcomes.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in an office environment utilizing a personal computer, telephone, and various office equipment. The position requires sitting for long periods and performing extensive computer work. Frequent travel may be required to attend meetings, community events, and conferences locally and nationally.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business management, social sciences, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of senior management experience in a governmental agency, nonprofit organization, or related field.
- Strong understanding of regional planning, community development, social services, and governmental and non-profit operations.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, financial management, program implementation, and team leadership.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Thorough knowledge of financial control systems and political processes at the local, state, and federal levels of government.
- Knowledge and experience with state and federal programs typically administered by councils of governments.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and management skills.
- Ability to establish goals and procedures.
- Ability to direct the work of others through an organization hierarchy, evaluate results, and anticipate and effectuate changes as needed.
- Ability to travel throughout the tri-county area and participate in state and national meetings as required.
- Ability to operate a personal computer and knowledge of various computer software, including spreadsheets and word processing.
- Ability to represent the agency before various citizen groups and public officials; and,
- Ability to successfully work with boards/volunteers, various stakeholders/interest groups/collective bargaining units, and other government entities.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a Valid Oregon Driver's License or the ability to obtain reliable transportation to travel throughout the three-county area.
- Successful completion of a background history check is required.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
- The requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To successfully perform this job, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
OCWCOG may accept a combination of experience, training, or education demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities to do the job.
Each candidate's background will be evaluated based on information submitted at the time of application to determine the candidate’s preparation for this position. The resume and cover letter should include any additional information the candidate wishes to be considered. Candidates considered to be of higher or more relevant qualifications, as determined by the screening process, will be invited to participate in the selection process.
The position closes on December 22, 2024, and we anticipate interviews to occur in early January 2025.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Regular
- Min Hiring Rate $132,423.00
- Max Hiring Rate $186,333.00
- Travel Required Yes
- Albany, OR, USA