Career Opportunity

Executive Director

Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke

Fairfax, VA

Founded in 2006, the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting independent and purposeful living and aging-in-place for mature adults. Programs include transportation services for those who can no longer drive; learning and enrichment seminars and luncheons; various organized outings,; a minor home handy helper program; a gentle exercise class and book club.

Position Description

o The Executive Director’s position is an opportunity to provide leadership with enthusiasm, skill, and proven ability. The Director reports to a 15-person Board of Directors to implement the organization’s strategic goals and serve as the point person for community engagement. Responsibilities include management of three office sites and two part-time employees, coordination of programs, collaboration with volunteers, sponsoring organizations and community partners, fiscal management, communications, and media relations.

Please note we are unable to provide Health Insurance but do have in place other benefits (i.e. paid holidays, sick and vacation paid time).

Primary Responsibilities

o Manage overall operations of SCFB, including staff supervision and evaluation.

o Collaborate with and support volunteer program managers and committees.

o Maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with government regulations.

o Oversee and coordinate all budget actions, including guiding the finance committee to ensure proper financial procedures and preparation of annual budget.

o Lead effort to ensure high quality communications with volunteers, clients, sponsors, and other community organizations through vehicles such as newsletters, appeal letters, website, emails, and monthly updates.

o Serve as the SCFB representative to the community, participate in civic events, and support the recruitment efforts to attract volunteers to the Center.

o Initiate and coordinate fund-raising activities to support the SCFB mission.

Required Qualifications

o Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in management and administration of programs, personnel, and fiscal accountability.

o Excellence in administration with the ability to manage staff, develop volunteer teams, and implement programs.

o Strong organizational skills to manage multiple, time-sensitive priorities and leverage limited resources.

o Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.

Desired Qualifications

o Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree

o Experience in grant writing.

o A true enjoyment in working with older adults.

o We prefer full-time but would consider a 30 hour work week.

Please submit your resumé and cover letter to Carol McGarry,

Administrative Assistant, scfbmgtassist@gmail.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person