Description
About our organization:
The Friendship Center is the #1 community resource for addressing and preventing domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in Lewis and Clark, Broadwater and Jefferson Counties. We serve clients of all genders and backgrounds through free and confidential services including shelter, advocacy, education and outreach. Our mission is to be a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, cultivating a community where everyone can flourish. We do our work so that every person in the tri-county area can thrive in safe and healthy relationships. To learn more, visit our website www.thefriendshipcenter.org.
Summary: Oversight of all administrative and direct service components of TFC and represents TFC in the community
Supervisor: The Friendship Center Board of Directors
Pay Range: $100,000-$120,000 salaried position depending on experience, plus benefits. Employees are eligible for life insurance, retirement with 6% employer contribution after one year of employment, vacation, and sick/wellness leave. Employees who work more than 30 hours are eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance.
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to lovelandk@gmail.com.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
LEADERSHIP
Lead and execute TFC mission and vision
Ensure high quality services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking
Oversee the operation of 13-bed shelter facility, non-residential client services, rental assistance program, and education program
Coordinate with Operations Director to ensure agency programming meets the needs of clients and the community, and is aligned with trauma-informed best practices
Hire, mentor and supervise TFC personnel and professional staff
Support staff by providing client services and serving on 24/7 crisis line when needed.
COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
Create public awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking
Inspire community members to support and partner with The Friendship Center
Collaborate with other community agencies
Coordinate with Development staff to cultivate donor relationships, support event planning and other fundraising
FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT
Coordinate with Development Director to design and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes city, county, state and federal grants, private foundations and trusts, private individuals, business, churches and civic groups
Coordination with Development, Finance, and Operation Directors to prepare, administer and monitor budgets
Manage grants and ensure alignment with mission, capacity and programming
Coordinate with Finance Director to maintain financial records
Oversee management of all contracts
Meet all agency legal obligations
The duties describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position, but are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All TFC positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.
Requirements
Qualifications
Proven track record of leadership skills and ability to partner with community leaders and agencies
Familiar with dynamics of domestic and sexual violence
Minimum three (3) years successful fundraising and budgeting experience
Strong public speaking abilities, including the ability to communicate effectively with press
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to listen well
Extensive administrative and supervisory experience
Experience with trauma informed models of client care and supporting a workplace culture that appropriately addresses secondary trauma among staff
Ability to problem-solve, manage time and work independently under pressure
Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and privacy
Positive attitude and professional demeanor and image
Ability to balance emotional and physical needs with work demand through personal and effective forms of self-care
Must be able to perform physical labor as needed for events
Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and automobile liability insurance
Successful background check required
