BRIDGEPORT RESCUE MISSION

Title: Executive Director

Classification: Executive

Reports to: Board of Directors

Full executive authority subject only to any restrictions in resolutions of the Board, in a

Board Policy Manual under development and in the Mission’s By-Laws, the President

may enter into:

• Commitments for human, financial and physical resources within the limits

  approved in the annual budget by the Board of Directors.

Travel: N/A

Location: Bridgeport, CT

Summary: The Executive Director provides visionary servant leadership to the directors, staff, and volunteers of the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. They will work closely with the eight Directors who report directly to him/her. The ED is responsible for submitting an annual operating budget to the Board of Directors and works under their supervision. They also provide support to the Director of Development in securing necessary funding and donations to meet the annual budget. The ED is the front-facing image of the Mission, working to gain the necessary support for its programs and services. At the same time, they need to effectively empower staff to accomplish the Mission’s purpose and best serve the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key duties and responsibilities would include:

1. Direct and supervise, primarily through delegation to a competent staff, the operation of all Mission programs, functions and activities.

2. Develop with the assistance and approval of the Board, maintain and implement a strategic plan, including short and long-range goals for the Mission.

Board of Directors:

1. Prepare, in consultation with the Board Chair, agendas for Board meetings and keep the Board informed about ongoing Mission activities.

2. Coordinate and provide information to Board Committees for the conduct of Board Business.

3. Participate in projects, which may be assigned by the Board.

4. Assist the Board in the recruitment of Board Members, as requested.

Administrative:

1. Assure that all theological, corporate, social, financial, governmental, and legal

   obligations are met.

2. Assure adherence to and compliance with the highest standards of:

   Moral and ethical behavior

   Stewardship of financial resources

3. Organize and direct the recruitment, selection, hiring, training, and evaluation of

   all staff and the handling of grievances and/or disciplinary actions.

Program:

1. Assure that meaningful and effective programs are developed and maintained to

   meet the spiritual, physical and mental needs of the Mission clients.

Fund Raising and Public Relations:

1. Define and implement, with the approval of the Board, the strategy to

   generate revenue adequate to meet the fiscal obligations of the Mission and support its administrative and program requirements.

2. Meet with existing and potential large donors and corporate or foundation executives to acquaint them with the Mission and make requests for large gifts to the Mission.

3. Visit local, including Fairfield County, churches regularly to invite prayer, supplies, and financial support.

4. Develop, participate in, delegate, and/or supervise all public relations/media plans and activities.

5. Maintain contact and meet with municipal officials to foster support of Mission programs and activities.

Community/External Relations:

1. Maintain contact with relevant local, state, federal, and other organizations, which may vary at any given time.

2. Plan, organize, develop, and implement the strategy, goals, policies, and procedures that are necessary for providing quality client service and maintaining a sound operation.

3. Establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with the board, staff, and public.

Growth Potential

1. Working with the Board, create and execute a plan to maximize the Mission’s potential to change lives and be a community leader in helping people.

   
   

Direct Reports:

• Executive Assistant

• Director of Community Services

• Director of Communications

• Director of Development

• Director of Finance

• Director of Human Resources

• Director of Life Change Programs

• Director of Operations

• Director of BRM/SAGE Resource Center

  
  

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.

• Experience leading a multi-cultural staff in an urban environment.

• Missions experience required.

• Management experience with over a $2 million budget is strongly preferred.

  
  

Work Environment: A multi-cultural urban environment with a diverse staff and

community they serve. Located on-site in Bridgeport, CT.

Character

All employees of Bridgeport Rescue Mission are an integral part of the outreach ministry

of a non-denominational, evangelical ministry sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through

emergency and educational services. All employees are Christian missionaries and are required from time to time to participate in chapel services, outreach ministries, Bible studies and prayer times. Because of the nature of these types of ministries, it is an absolute necessity that each employee including the CEO possesses and maintains a Christian testimony of their faith and experience in Jesus, and a lifestyle that is above reproach. What an employee does on their own time may seriously affect his/her ability to perform these types of ministries, which are an important part of their job.

The ideal candidate should also be:

• Collaborative

• Visionary

• Supportive

• Strong faith & relationship with Christ

• Relational

• Reliable

Skills

• Cross-cultural competency

• Effective Leadership

• Fundraising

• Public Speaking

• Motivational Speaker

Compensation Package:

A competitive compensation and benefits package will be discussed during a personal

interview.