| The Executive Director is the key management leader of Arlington Life Shelter. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising,marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors. General Responsibilities:
1) Board Governance: Works with the Board of Directors in order to fulfill the organization’s mission.
a) Responsible for leading Arlington Life Shelter in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
b) Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions. 2) Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.
a) Responsible for fundraising and developing other revenues necessary to support Arlington Life Shelter’s mission.
b) Responsible for the fiscal integrity of Arlington Life Shelter, to include submitting to the Board a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
c) Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position. 3) Organization Mission and Strategy: Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.
a) Responsible for implementation of Arlington Life Shelter’s programs that carry out the organization’s mission.
b) Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that Arlington Life Shelter can successfully fulfill its mission into the future.
c) Responsible for the enhancement of Arlington Life Shelter’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organizations. 4) Organization Operations: Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.
a) Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.
b) Responsible for effective administration of Arlington Life Shelter operations.
c) Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into and on behalf of the organization. Specific Job Responsibilities:
1) Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising and to increase the overall visibility of the organization.
2) Hire, supervise, and collaborate with Shelter staff.
3) Strategic planning and implementation.
4) Planning and execution of annual budget.
5) Serve as Arlington Life Shelter’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the media and the general public.
6) Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations and utilize those relationships to strategically enhance Arlington Life Shelter’s mission.
7) Engage in fundraising and developing other revenues.
8) Oversee marketing and other communications efforts.
9) Oversee agency Board of Directors and committee meetings.
10) Establish employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions and for the day-to-day operation of the agency.
11) Review and approve contracts for services.
12) Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors. | 
