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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Hello All:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chris Nusbaum<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>JOB DESCRIPTION <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>DELAWARE STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Position Title: Executive Director <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Reports to: The Members of the Council via the Chairperson/Executive Committee <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Organization Description: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Delaware Statewide Independent Living Council known as DE SILC is a federally mandated <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Council established under Title VII, Section 705 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended in 1992. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The DE SILC is an organization that addresses issues related to the ability of individuals who <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>have disabilities to live independently. As mandated by this law, at least 51% of the council <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>members are individuals who have disabilities. The main function of the SILC is to serve as a <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>policy influencer and advocate. The SILC achieves its mission through the development of a <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Statewide Independent Living Plan (SPIL) <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Position Summary: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Executive Director provides leadership, coordination, and administrative support to the DE <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Statewide Independent Living Council and Committees of the Council comprised primarily of <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>volunteers, in accordance with the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The incumbent <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>manages the day-to-day operations of the organization, serves as the public spokesperson for the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>organization, and represents the interests of persons who have a variety of disabilities in a <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>statewide capacity. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>A preferred candidate will have: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 9 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Working knowledge of Independent Living Philosophy and Programs. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Experience working in an administrative position. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrated ability in program design and development, training/mentoring, budgeting, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and fiscal accountability, executing contracts and monitoring deliverables, supervision of <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>staff, volunteers, and college interns. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Excellent communication and organization skills. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Experience in public relations, speaking and marketing, outreach, and resource <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>development. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Experience in collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Knowledge of disability legislation and familiarity with the Rehabilitation Act Title VII <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and related state and federal legislation. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Direct experience as a person living with a disability or a family member. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Positive, creative, outside the box thinker who promotes a team mentality and thrives on <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>capacity building. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Key Functions & Responsibilities include: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 8 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Provides initiative, assistance, research and guidance to the Council and its Committees <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>for the development of effective public policy and activities to ensure the organization's <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>mission is realized. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Participates in all Council and Committee meetings. Submits written Director’s Report at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>each Council meeting outlining progress on each SILC initiative. Communicates as <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>appropriate with the DSE and coordinates efforts with the DSE fiscal officer. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Under the direction of the Council, and with input from the constituency, prepares the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). Develops the annual Program Performance <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Report, with input from the Centers for Independent Living and the Designated State <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Entity (DSE). <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Advocates for the collective needs of people with disabilities and works with elected <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>officials, agencies, and organizations to develop and promote legislation and programs <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>that will benefit them. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Works with the Council in planning, development, and implementation of various DE <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>SILC initiatives, and resource development activities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Coordinates the day-to-day operations and management of the organization. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ensures compliance with FOIA requirements directed by the State. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Participates in IL-related training, SILC networking sessions and other collaborative <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>ventures either in person or online as appropriate. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Job Description of SILC Executive Director: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 8 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Works with the Council to develop and implement organizational Policies & Procedures. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Provides reports to the Council in accordance with the evaluation procedure outlined in <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the State Plan for Independent Living, and as required by all contracts. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ensures required documents and records for the organization, including Bylaws, policies <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and procedures, correspondence, records and files, and minutes are maintained. Assists in <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>updating information and maintenance of the SILC website. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and ordinances including <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>documentation and reporting. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Under the Council's supervision, develops, recommends, implements, reviews the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>consolidated budget, and separate funding accounts. Develops systems to monitor and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>manage financial performance, track monthly fund balances, and modify expenditures as <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>needed. Develops long-range needs assessment and funding plans. Ensures, in <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>coordination with the DSE, that finances are audited as required. Identify, recommend, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and secure adequate and diversified revenue sources. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Identifies potential funding opportunities to support expansion of DE SILC initiatives in <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>response to the needs of Delawareans who have disabilities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In consultation with the SILC evaluates the feasibility and next steps to secure 501c3 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>status. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, database operations, internet, and email. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Minimum Qualifications: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 6 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Master’s degree preferred and five years management experience. A combination of <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>education and relevant work experience may substitute. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Experience working in a Center for Independent Living or State Independent Living <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Council is preferred. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Commitment to working with people who have a variety of disabilities, from diverse <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>backgrounds and communities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrated interpersonal and effective communication skills. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Successful record of accomplishment in financial and administrative leadership and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>program conceptualization and planning. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Knowledge in working with community-based organizations. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Working Conditions: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 5 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Full time position. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In state travel, and occasional out of state travel is required. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Work from a remote home office located within the greater Delaware area, utilizing <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>technology to perform the essential functions of the position. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Follow the State Holiday schedule. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Other benefits to be discussed. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Salary: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 1 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Commensurate on experience (Range: $50,000 to $60,000). <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Other: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 1 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>•<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Criminal background check will be required within the last 6 months. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Email Resume & Cover Letter, and 3 professional references by October 15th, 2023. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>to: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:info@delawaresilc.org">info@delawaresilc.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please place Executive Director Application in subject line<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Christopher A. Nusbaum, President<span style='mso-ligatures:none'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Southern Delaware Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind of Delaware<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Phone: (443) 547-2409<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Email: <a href="mailto:cnusbaumnfb@gmail.com"><span style='color:#0563C1'>cnusbaumnfb@gmail.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-nusbaum-274384136"><span style='color:#0563C1'>LinkedIn</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>