Executive Director, Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, Bergen and Passaic Counties

American Heart Association What's your motivation? Opportunity. Creativity. Contribution. It's all part of working for the American Heart Association---where you can contribute professional growth with personal fulfillment. So if you're considering a rewarding career, consider the American Heart Association. We have an excellent opportunity for an Executive Director in our Middletown, NY office.Function: Under the direction of the Regional Vice President, the Executive Director directly manages campaign activities and fundraising staff and provides leadership for American Heart Association programs, development, community organization and field based communication activities within Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, Bergen and Passaic Counties.Major Responsibilities:' Know, understand and communicate American Heart Association Programs to all customers.' Directly supervise the region's fundraising implementers and office manager. Responsible for the hiring, development, evaluation and management of that staff.' Coordinate, implement, and manage own event fundraising activity as assigned.' Manage and grow relationships with specific corporate partners as assigned to the ED. Oversee Management and growth of customer relationships assigned to all staff in the region.' Encourage leadership of medical and non-medical volunteers in all phases of Region activities and provides direct staff support regional volunteer groups.' Serves as the chief staff liaison between the Region and the Regional VP including maintaining effective communications with staff. ' Participate and serve as the AHA representative at community functions that will offer networking and visibility opportunities' Implements the Affiliate's Business Plan as relates to regional market activities.' Prepare and oversee the regions operating budget.' Performs other duties as may be required or requested by supervisor.Please review the experience section below to see if you meet the qualifications for this position.Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do. To apply for this position or to see other opportunities with the American Heart Association please visit www.americanheart.org/careers We no longer accept mailed, faxed or e-mailed resumes. Please apply for positions directly through our website. Only those candidates deemed most qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted to interview. EOE M/F/V/D ' Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of experience in management, community organization, fund raising, and communications/public relations.' Two to five years experience in fundraising or sales implementation reflecting an increasing responsibility in duties, management and objectives.' Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, direct and supervise multiple staff in a team environment and in remote locations.' Skills in oral and written communications, consultation, and comprehensive planning.' Experience and understanding of volunteer recruitment, training and management.' Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Region and to Affiliate or National meetings as requested.' Ability to provide reliable transportation and maintain valid drivers license and minimum state required liability insurance.' Ability and willingness to work irregular hours including attending evening and weekend meetings or events.' Ability to work harmoniously with people at all levels of the organization.' Ability to analyze and evaluate situations, make decisions and develop alternatives.' Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication.' Working knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, and Outlook.' Satisfactory background checks including consumer credit, motor vehicle, and criminal history.' Familiarity with Region's culture, community and local organizations.