Chief Executive Officer Job at Children's Aid Society (Birmingham)

Chief Executive Officer

Children's Aid Society

Location:
United States , Birmingham

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The CEO leads the management and administration of services, personnel, operations, strategic planning, program development, risk management, quality improvement, fund development, financial management, advocacy, and marketing.

Job Responsibility:

Oversees the supervision and evaluation of agency services to ensure maximum utilization of best practices, resources, management of risks, achievement of desired outcomes, and performance quality improvement
Ensure that agency functions support the well-being of both clients and employees
Ensure full agency compliance with all state and federal laws, licensing, certification, and accreditation standards applicable to IRS Section 501(c)(3) and child welfare organizations
Oversees the recruitment, selection, employment, training, evaluation, compensation, and termination of employees and contractors
Works with the Board of Directors to develop and revise CAS policies
Implements personnel practices that meet all applicable employment laws and licensure regulations
Informs the Board of Directors of risks and trends that affect the reputation and functioning of CAS
Directs the annual budget process and periodic budget revisions that are necessary to address changing revenue and expenditures
Oversees the finance department to guarantee that generally accepted accounting practices and funding requirements are met, and reporting is accurate and timely
Maintains funding mechanisms to support and enhance existing services when the services are cost-effective and achieve desired outcomes
Eliminates services that drain agency resources and fail to meet outcomes
Engages in fundraising and oversees the preparation of new and renewed grants and contracts
Seeks diversification of funding through governmental (state and federal) grants and contracts, United Way, corporate and foundation grants, individual donors, fundraising campaigns, special events, vendor arrangements, and program service fees
Oversees the development of new programs and services that are based on client and community needs
Oversees the strategic planning process
Oversees the Performance Quality Improvement process and the design and redesign of agency services based on PQI results
Collaborates formally and informally with other public and private agencies, businesses, and institutions through a variety of contractual or consortia agreements
Keeps the Board of Directors apprised of internal and external issues and trends that affect personnel, services, general operations, advocacy, and strategic direction
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with the CAS and CAF Boards
Listens and promptly responds to each Board’s concerns, questions, and requests
Works closely with Directors to support the implementation of CAS and CAF Board functions
Works with individuals and groups on a local, state, regional, and national level to influence public policy affecting the well-being of young people and to enlist broad public support for efforts, both public and private, that provide assistance to children, youth, and families in need
Oversees the execution of agency advocacy efforts
Increases public awareness and visibility of agency services and client needs
Oversees the development and execution of the CAS Marketing Plan

Requirements:

Master’s degree in social work from an accredited graduate program or a master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related human service or business-related field from an accredited graduate program
Ten years in non-profit administration, preferably child and family services, with at least five of those years managing multiple social service programs
AL licensure or eligibility related to professional degree preferred
Valid Alabama driver’s license and auto insurance minimum liability 100/300
Ability to demonstrate cultural and socioeconomic proficiency and trauma-responsive care

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 31, 2025

Expiration:
January 31, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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