[Job-Listings] Job Posting: Executive Director, Delaware Statewide Independent Living Council

[Chris Nusbaum]

Hello All:

 

The below job posting was shared by a member of the NFB of Delaware. Since
one of its qualifications is a working knowledge of living with a
disability, I think one of our blind jobseekers would be perfect for the
position.

 

Chris Nusbaum

 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

DELAWARE STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL 

Position Title: Executive Director 

Reports to: The Members of the Council via the Chairperson/Executive
Committee 

Organization Description: 

The Delaware Statewide Independent Living Council known as DE SILC is a
federally mandated 

Council established under Title VII, Section 705 of the Rehabilitation Act,
as amended in 1992. 

The DE SILC is an organization that addresses issues related to the ability
of individuals who 

have disabilities to live independently. As mandated by this law, at least
51% of the council 

members are individuals who have disabilities. The main function of the SILC
is to serve as a 

policy influencer and advocate. The SILC achieves its mission through the
development of a 

Statewide Independent Living Plan (SPIL) 

Position Summary: 

The Executive Director provides leadership, coordination, and administrative
support to the DE 

Statewide Independent Living Council and Committees of the Council comprised
primarily of 

volunteers, in accordance with the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).
The incumbent 

manages the day-to-day operations of the organization, serves as the public
spokesperson for the 

organization, and represents the interests of persons who have a variety of
disabilities in a 

statewide capacity. 

A preferred candidate will have: 

list of 9 items

.

Working knowledge of Independent Living Philosophy and Programs. 

.

Experience working in an administrative position. 

.

Demonstrated ability in program design and development, training/mentoring,
budgeting, 

and fiscal accountability, executing contracts and monitoring deliverables,
supervision of 

staff, volunteers, and college interns. 

.

Excellent communication and organization skills. 

.

Experience in public relations, speaking and marketing, outreach, and
resource 

development. 

.

Experience in collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies. 

.

Knowledge of disability legislation and familiarity with the Rehabilitation
Act Title VII 

and related state and federal legislation. 

.

Direct experience as a person living with a disability or a family member. 

.

Positive, creative, outside the box thinker who promotes a team mentality
and thrives on 

capacity building. 

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Key Functions & Responsibilities include: 

list of 8 items

.

Provides initiative, assistance, research and guidance to the Council and
its Committees 

for the development of effective public policy and activities to ensure the
organization's 

mission is realized. 

.

Participates in all Council and Committee meetings. Submits written
Director's Report at 

each Council meeting outlining progress on each SILC initiative.
Communicates as 

appropriate with the DSE and coordinates efforts with the DSE fiscal
officer. 

.

Under the direction of the Council, and with input from the constituency,
prepares the 

State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). Develops the annual Program
Performance 

Report, with input from the Centers for Independent Living and the
Designated State 

Entity (DSE). 

.

Advocates for the collective needs of people with disabilities and works
with elected 

officials, agencies, and organizations to develop and promote legislation
and programs 

that will benefit them. 

.

Works with the Council in planning, development, and implementation of
various DE 

SILC initiatives, and resource development activities. 

.

Coordinates the day-to-day operations and management of the organization. 

.

Ensures compliance with FOIA requirements directed by the State. 

.

Participates in IL-related training, SILC networking sessions and other
collaborative 

ventures either in person or online as appropriate. 

list end

Job Description of SILC Executive Director: 

list of 8 items

.

Works with the Council to develop and implement organizational Policies &
Procedures. 

.

Provides reports to the Council in accordance with the evaluation procedure
outlined in 

the State Plan for Independent Living, and as required by all contracts. 

.

Ensures required documents and records for the organization, including
Bylaws, policies 

and procedures, correspondence, records and files, and minutes are
maintained. Assists in 

updating information and maintenance of the SILC website. 

.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and ordinances
including 

documentation and reporting. 

.

Under the Council's supervision, develops, recommends, implements, reviews
the 

consolidated budget, and separate funding accounts. Develops systems to
monitor and 

manage financial performance, track monthly fund balances, and modify
expenditures as 

needed. Develops long-range needs assessment and funding plans. Ensures, in 

coordination with the DSE, that finances are audited as required. Identify,
recommend, 

and secure adequate and diversified revenue sources. 

.

Identifies potential funding opportunities to support expansion of DE SILC
initiatives in 

response to the needs of Delawareans who have disabilities. 

.

In consultation with the SILC evaluates the feasibility and next steps to
secure 501c3 

status. 

.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, database operations, internet, and
email. 

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Minimum Qualifications: 

list of 6 items

.

Master's degree preferred and five years management experience. A
combination of 

education and relevant work experience may substitute. 

.

Experience working in a Center for Independent Living or State Independent
Living 

Council is preferred. 

.

Commitment to working with people who have a variety of disabilities, from
diverse 

backgrounds and communities. 

.

Demonstrated interpersonal and effective communication skills. 

.

Successful record of accomplishment in financial and administrative
leadership and 

program conceptualization and planning. 

.

Knowledge in working with community-based organizations. 

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Working Conditions: 

list of 5 items

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Full time position. 

.

In state travel, and occasional out of state travel is required. 

.

Work from a remote home office located within the greater Delaware area,
utilizing 

technology to perform the essential functions of the position. 

.

Follow the State Holiday schedule. 

.

Other benefits to be discussed. 

list end

Salary: 

list of 1 items

.

Commensurate on experience (Range: $50,000 to $60,000). 

list end

Other: 

list of 1 items

.

Criminal background check will be required within the last 6 months. 

list end

Email Resume & Cover Letter, and 3 professional references by October 15th,
2023. 

to: 

info at delawaresilc.org <mailto:info at delawaresilc.org> 

Please place Executive Director Application in subject line

 

Christopher A. Nusbaum, President

Southern Delaware Chapter

National Federation of the Blind of Delaware

Phone: (443) 547-2409

Email:  <mailto:cnusbaumnfb at gmail.com> cnusbaumnfb at gmail.com

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