Serves as Chief executive officer of the council and gives direction to the operations and administration of the council, subject to the authority and direction of the executive board. Serves as the secretary for the council, the executive board, and the executive committee. Serves as an ex-officio member of all committees of the executive board. Is responsible for strategic planning, council and Boy Scouts of America objectives, fiscal stability, membership and growth management, and for volunteer and community relationships for the Scouting program and unit service within the council. Carries out other duties of the office as set forth in the council bylaws, Article VI Officers and Committee Members, Section 6.

Resumes and Cover Letter are due by March 29, 2024. These documents will be shared with the selection committee. Cover letters should provide information supporting local council competencies/profile.

Is responsible for effectively managing a council with revenue of $4,268,000.

• Membership: Establishes an action plan that results in balanced growth so all qualified youth may participate.
• Personnel: Recruits and trains a full complement of volunteers and staff to fulfill the council’s objectives.
• Finance: Develops, in cooperation with the finance committee, a budget based on the council’s resources.
• Program: Directs Scouting programs in the council including public relations, training, activities, camping, etc.
• Administration: Provides general direction to the work of the council to ensure an efficient council operation.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Essential skills of New Scout Executive:

• Capital Campaign knowledge and experience.
• Skilled and experienced in all phases of membership growth management.
• Has shown the ability to inspire volunteers in the mission of Scouting.
• Brings innovation and creativity to strategic planning process.
• Has a proven track record in successfully managing staff.
• Has a history of consistent membership growth.

Scout Executive Desired Competencies

• Influence – Creating and executing influence strategies that gain commitment to one’s ideas and persuade key stakeholders to take action that will advance shared interests and business goals.
• Selling The Vision – Vividly communicating a compelling view of the future state in a way that helps others understand and feel how business outcomes will be different when the vision and values become a reality.
• Cultivating Networks – Initiating and maintaining strategic relationships with stakeholders and potential partners inside and outside the organization (customers, peers, cross-functional partners, external vendors, alliance partners) who are willing and able to provide the information, ideas, expertise, and/or influence needed to advance understanding of business issues and achieve business goals.
• Driving Execution – Translating strategic priorities into operational reality; aligning communication, accountabilities, resource capabilities, internal processes, and ongoing measurement systems to ensure that strategic priorities yield measurable results.
• Compelling Communication – Clearly and succinctly convey information and ideas to individuals and groups; communicating in a focused and compelling way that captures and holds others attention.
• Building Organizational Talent – Establishes systems and processes to attract, develop, engage, and retain talented individuals; creating a work environment where people can realize their full potential, thus allowing the organization to meet current and future business challenges.

• Compared to nationally recommended plan
• Household moving: Pay all-provide 2 estimates.
• Relocation allowance: 5% of new salary, less taxes.
• Auto Plan-Council: Lease car available
• Interim Housing: President to negotiate with selected candidate. (60-90 days)
• Relocate family within 180 days.
• Thrift plan: 50% match up to 6% of salary.

Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Salary: $175,000/yr – $250,000/yr

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