Executive Secretary, USJersey organizations

Executive Secretary, American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) & National All-Jersey Inc. (NAJ)   Objective:   The Executive Secretary of the AJCA & NAJ serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the USJersey Organizations. The CEO provides high-level administrative and operational support to the AJCA and NAJ Boards of Directors, as well as to USJersey department managers, to achieve and advance the goals of the organizations’ missions of improving and promoting the Jersey breed and Jersey programs.   In addition, the CEO plays an active role in the development and implementation of strategic plans and breed programs and creating relationships with allied industry partners. The CEO has overall responsibility for the management and supervision of USJersey staff.   Location: \tThe AJCA-NAJ Headquarters are located in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. \tResidence is negotiable.   Reports to:  AJCA and NAJ Boards of Directors   Responsibilities:    Key Responsibilities \tChampion the Jersey cow and her value in the domestic and international dairy industry \tPromote and expand AJCA & NAJ programs and services to support members and breeders \tLead, manage, and develop USJersey staff (35 employees) across multiple departments and locations \tDevelop and execute strategic initiatives to support customers' needs and drive breed growth \tAdvocate for Jersey members and breeders with key industry stakeholders, including, but not limited to, the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding and Purebred Dairy Cattle Association \tWork in coordination with the AJCA-NAJ Treasurer to present accurate and timely financial statements, as well as to develop accurate and fiscally responsible budgets \tRegularly present organizational updates, programs, and strategic initiatives to AJCA-NAJ Boards of Directors, staff, members and allied industry \tCollaborate with allied industry organizations and stakeholders to advance common goals and strengthen partnerships \tIdentify, evaluate, and promote emerging technologies and techniques to improve efficiency and enhance services for AJCA & NAJ members and customers \tGuide overall management of company assets and employee benefit programs   Board & Membership Support \tCoordinate communication with AJCA and NAJ Boards of Directors, including virtual and in-person meetings \tPrepare agendas, record minutes, and maintain governance documents \tAssist with compliance related to bylaws, policies, and regulations   Membership Services \tWork with staff to coordinate annual membership voting and meetings and manage membership databases \tServe as a primary point of contact for membership   Key Qualifications, Skills, & Competencies: \tBachelor’s degree in business, agriculture, or related studies \tMinimum of 10 years work experience \t5 years management experience \tExperience managing or collaborating with remote employees or colleagues \tStrong leadership, collaboration, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills \tEffective time management and delegation skills \tFamiliarity with budgets, financial management, and employee benefit packages \tProficiency in Zoom, MS Office, and other office technology   Preferred Qualifications: \tExperience in customer-facing roles \tIn-depth knowledge of the dairy industry \tBackground experience with Jersey cattle \tAn understanding of dairy, and specifically Jersey, genetics \tRemote working experience   Working Conditions:   A full-time position involving frequent contact and communications with directors, staff, breeders and allied industry. Travel required. Evenings, weekends, and/or holidays are required to carry out responsibilities.   This Position Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This person will be required to follow any other reasonable instructions and to perform any other duties requested by the AJCA or NAJ Boards of Directors.   To Apply: \tSubmit your letter of application and resume using the Apply to this Position icon.