Executive Director

Agency Information

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe has been conducting effective mentoring programs for at-risk children and youth since 1981.  Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth in our community through a professionally-supported, one-to-one relationship with a caring and responsible individual.  We are proud that this program has consistently showed positive outcomes for participating youth.

The Position

The Executive Director will lead the development and attainment of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe’s strategic goals. He or she is appointed by and responsible to the Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe.

Responsibilities

Fund Development & Financial Oversight

• Lead the development of a strategic and comprehensive fund development plan that identifies prospects and donors and enhances the short- and long-term diversified funding base for the agency.
• Commit to personally build loyal and long-term relationships with key donor segments based on mission, cultivation and stewardship, program outcomes and sound fiscal management.
• Lead the development of all financial plans, including a balanced annual budget. Monitor progress/changes related to budgets to ensure fiscal sustainability.

Strategy & Planning

• Develop and drive the strategy of the organization within the broad context of the local and national landscape, taking a leadership role in driving a collaborative process with the Board and staff that would result in the development of a strategic plan, 12-month operational plan and budget, and long-term fund development strategy.

Board Development

• Cultivate a strong Board of Directors willing to lead and contribute to the development of prospects and cultivation of major donors.
• Partner with and engage the Board of Directors to leverage and secure resources, contribute expertise and advice on short- and long-term strategic goals.

Staff, Volunteer and Partnership Development

• Lead, motivate and develop the staff so that they are passionate about what Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe has achieved and are committed to working effectively toward continual improvement.
• Ensure comprehensive strategies are in place to attract, engage and mobilize significant numbers of volunteer mentors and non-mentor volunteers, reflecting the full diversity of the agency’s community.
• Raise the public profile of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoeby serving as the spokesperson and advocate for the agency, as well as a visible, visionary and influential leader in the entire Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe community. Work to actively collaborate with community agencies, especially other non-profits.

Program Management

• Ensure programmatic excellence is achieved by establishing operational benchmarks, setting timelines, and obtaining the resources needed to achieve strategic goals.
• Hold Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe accountable to agency and national standards for service delivery with a priority on child safety.

Qualifications

• Entrepreneurial outlook on nonprofit management – Exceptional fund development potential, with at least 2 years of demonstrated success in financial leadership, budgeting, execution and strategic planning.
• Strong marketing and public relations experience to successfully engage external stakeholders including funders, corporate partners, policy makers and communities.
• Proven track record of effectively leading innovative change and scaling a high-growth performance driven organization or campaign.
• Inclusive leadership style that promotes delegation and communication, with clear decision-making authority.
• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Personal qualities that include integrity, commitment to the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission, and the ability to articulate an inspiring and motivating vision.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution required.

Benefits

• This is a full-time position.
• Salary DOE, with accelerated growth potential.
• Seven paid holidays per year.
• Paid personal time off.
• Medical.
• Authorized travel is reimbursable at federal rates.

Fair Labor Standards Act

This position is considered to be Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.

Apply

Submit resume and cover letter via email to Paul Raymore, Board Vice President, at paul@bigsofnc.org (please CC Board President Kelly Newell at kpetersonewell@gmail.com).

Or via mail:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County & North Lake Tahoe
Attn: Paul Raymore, Vice President, Board of Directors
10075 Levon Ave., Suite 201A
Truckee, CA 96161

Position open until filled. EOE.

This is a description of job duties only and does not constitute a written promise of employment.

Dr. Valin’s experience will be sorely missed by all in the community who have worked with her to grow the mentoring programs that Big Brothers Big Sisters makes possible.

“Dena has guided this agency through an incredible transition these past eight years,” said Kelly Newell, president of the agency’s board of directors. “We will certainly miss her leadership, in-depth knowledge and positive attitude, and we wish her the very best with her future endeavors in the non-profit world. We’re happy to say that, while it will be difficult to fill her shoes, she has left everything in place for this agency to continue supporting the kids already in our programs and growing the number of children we serve.”

Valin oversaw a greater than 100 percent increase in the number of children served in our local Big Brothers Big Sisters agency’s programs, including the expansion of the agency’s service area to the Truckee and North Lake Tahoe region.

“It has been a real honor to work with this agency and all of the wonderful people involved,” said Valin. “I’m appreciative of the experience and am confident it will be in good hands moving forward.”

Valin will continue to serve as Executive Director through February 8, 2013, at which point the Board of Directors plans to appoint an Interim Executive Director to oversee the day-to-day administrative duties of running the agency while it conducts an extensive search for a new Executive Director to take the helm at the agency. Valin will stay connected with the agency as a Big Sister to her Little Brother of 8 years.

All current programs and mentoring relationships will continue to be supported as usual by the Big Brothers Big Sisters professional staff. And any Bigs, Littles or the families of those involved in our programs are welcome to contact Board Vice President Paul Raymore at (530) 277-7894 or paul@bigsofnc.org if they have any questions.

Contact Executive Director Dena Valin at director@bigsofnc.org for any questions you might have and details on other methods of supporting the children in our agency.

Sincerely,

The staff, volunteers and kids of Big Brothers Big Sisters

Sincerely,

The staff, volunteers and kids of Big Brothers Big Sisters