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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> State-Affiliate-Leadership-List <state-affiliate-leadership-list-bounces@nfbnet.org> <b>On Behalf Of </b>Helen Mejia via State-Affiliate-Leadership-List<br><b>Sent:</b> Monday, January 13, 2025 11:34 AM<br><b>To:</b> State Affiliate Leadership List <state-affiliate-leadership-list@nfbnet.org><br><b>Cc:</b> Helen Mejia <hmejia@nfbi.org><br><b>Subject:</b> [State-Affiliate-Leadership-List] Iowa Department for the Blind Director Job Posting<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Good morning,<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal>The job posting for a new director for the Iowa Department for the Blind went live this morning. I will paste the link and the key job description info below. Please note the short timeframe. Many of you are familiar with the history of the state agency in Iowa. We very much want to find strong candidates for this position. Because of a recent change in legislation, the director is now appointed directly by the governor. Please help spread the word to lists as well as individuals who might be a good fit, and feel free to reach out to me with questions.<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal>Thanks,<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal>Helen<o:p></o:p></p><div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Helen Mejia, President<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>National Federation of the Blind<span class=apple-converted-space> </span>of Iowa<br><a href="mailto:hmejia@nfbi.org">hmejia@nfbi.org</a><br>(570) 983-7867<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Application Link:<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/4785497/director-department-for-the-blind">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/4785497/director-department-for-the-blind</a><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Director - Department for the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Salary: $67,350.40 - $104,187.20 Annually<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Location: Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Closing Date: 1/24/2025 11:59 PM Central<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Point of Contact: Jane Dufoe - <a href="mailto:Jane.Dufoe@governor.iowa.gov">Jane.Dufoe@governor.iowa.gov</a><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Applicants are encouraged to attach the following to the online application: CV, current resume, transcripts, copy of license, and professional references<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Job Description<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for empowering individuals with disabilities? Do you have the expertise, strategic experience, and commitment to foster independence and equal opportunity for individuals who are blind or have low vision? <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>The Iowa Department for the Blind is seeking an accomplished, results-driven Director to lead our organization in its mission to transform lives through advocacy, education, and innovative support services. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking and compassionate leader to make a lasting impact on the community while driving forward critical programs and policies.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Key Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Strategic Leadership: Provide forward-thinking leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and policies that promote independence, accessibility, and equality for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Lead the strategic direction of the Department. 1 of 7<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Department, managing staff, budgets, and resources to ensure the highest quality of service delivery. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and implement best practices across all programs. 2 of 7 Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Department, managing staff, budgets, and resources to ensure the highest quality of service delivery. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and implement best practices across all programs.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Program and Policy Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to continuously assess the needs of the blind and visually impaired community, designing and delivering innovative programs that address these needs. Lead efforts to expand and enhance services available to clients. 4 of 7<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Financial Stewardship: Oversee the Department’s financial health by ensuring sound fiscal management and long-term sustainability. Lead fundraising initiatives, including grant writing and securing external funding to support program growth. 5 of 7<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Advocacy and Public Engagement: Advocate for the rights, opportunities, and full participation of individuals with visual impairments at the local, state, and federal levels. Promote policies and initiatives that further accessibility and equality across Iowa. 6 of 7<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>• Team Leadership: Mentor, inspire, and lead a diverse team of professionals, cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and results-oriented work culture focused on excellence in service delivery. 7 of 7<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></body></html>