[rehab] Fwd: seeking blind executive director Lighthouse Spokane, Washington

[David B Andrews]

David Andrews
Chief Technology Officer
Minnesota State Services for the Blind
2200 University Ave. W., #240
St. Paul, MN  55114-1840
(651) 642-0513  Office
(612) 730-7931  Cell
(651) 649-5927  Fax


>>> Janice Bailey 9/25/2009 10:22 AM >>>
Announcement from Kirk Adams, president, Lighthouse for the blind

I am committed to having a blind person in the top leadership position
at
our Inland Northwest Lighthouse facility.

We opened about fifteen months ago, making office products for the
federal
government. Currently have 35 blind employees, with a goal of 45 by
year
end.

I believe this operation will support employment of 100 blind people
five> years from now.

This is an exceptional opportunity for the right person, and I am
willing 
to take all the time necessary to find the right fit. Either a person
with 
the skills and experience to step right in, or someone who can develop
with
trining and mentoring

Please forward this to any blind person who you feel has the potential
to
lead a rapidly growing operation such as this.



Thanks!



Kirk



The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc



Inland Northwest Lighthouse



Job Announcement



Title: Executive Director



Department: Administration



Reports To: President, CEO



Location:    Spokane, Washington



Hours: Full Time M-F, includes some Saturday work



Summary:



The Executive Director is responsible for accomplishing the mission of
The
Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. at Inland Northwest Lighthouse (INL).
Provide leadership, with passion, to address issues facing persons who
are blind,
Deaf-Bnind and blind with other disabilities.  Educate and create 
awareness
about

the blindness field within the greater Spokane community.  Provide
successful leadership and management of the INL facility. Align INL
initiatives with the strategic plan of the Lighthouse. Accountable to
accomplish specific
goals that support the INL business plan.



Responsibilities:



Leadership



.      Represent the Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. and the INL within
the
Inland Northwest community.



.      Participate with the INL Advisory Committee and CEO to develop
a
vision, mission, values, and INL strategic and business plans.



.      Identify, assess, and inform the Advisory Committee and CEO of
internal and external issues that affect the organization.



.      Foster effective team work among the Advisory Committee, staff,
and
 CEO.



Operational planning and management



.      Ensure the INL meets the expectations of its customers,
employees,
Advisory Committee, funders, CEO and all other stakeholders, including
blindness

consumer groups, NIB and its associated agencies.



.      Oversee the performance management system including creation
and
implementation of individual development plans for each INL employee.



.      Oversee accommodations, accessibility and use of assistive 
technology
at organizational and individual employee levels.



.      Give input to Lighthouse HR staff in terms of developing and
implementing policies and procedures that affect the INL.



.      Ensure that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are 
securely
stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained.



.       Work with Board Support Team to prepare meeting agenda and
supporting materials for the INL Advisory Committee.



Program planning and management



.      Ensure that the programs and services offered by the
organization
contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of
the
Advisory

Committee, CEO and blindness communities.



.      Work closely with Lighthouse government relations to partner
with
agencies and public officials to identify issues and improve 
mission-related
legislation,

services and supports.



.      Monitor the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of
the
organization to maintain or improve quality.



Human resources planning and management



.      Work with HR Department, GMO, and GMA to determine staffing
requirements for overall organizational management, program & service
delivery.  Work

with GMO as requested to support workforce needs in manufacturing.



.      Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies,
procedures and practices.



.      Establish a positive, healthy, safe and accessible work
environment
that promotes positive open communication in accordance with the 
Lighthouse human resources, safety & wellness program and applicable
laws and regulations.



.      Recruit, interview and select staff that have the knowledge,
skills
and abilities to help further the organization's mission.



.      Ensure that all staff receives orientation and training
appropriate
for their positions.



Financial planning and management



.      Work with CFO, GMO, and INL Production Manager to prepare a
comprehensive budget.  Monitor actual performance against the budget
and
recommend corrective

actions to achieve budget as needed.



.      Work with the Advisory Committee and development staff to
secure
adequate funding to meet INL goals.



.      In conjunction with the Communications Department, coordinate
and
lead INL fundraising activities.



.      Work with Lighthouse CFO to ensure that accounting and 
recordkeeping
policies and procedures are implemented.



Community relations/advocacy



.      Establish good working relationships and collaborative
arrangements
with community groups, funders, public officials and other
organizations 
to
help

achieve goals including funding, donations, customer support,
community
responsibility and involvement in the blindness field.



.      Attend NFB, WCB and AFB meetings and events as appropriate.
Participate and serve as a speaker as appropriate.



Risk management



.      Identify and evaluate organizational risks to: stakeholders 
including
employees and persons receiving services; property, finances, goodwill,
 and
image.  Implement measures to control risks.


Requirements: (equivalent education/and or experience may substitute)



Education



.      Bachelor degree in business/management and non-profit
leadership.



Knowledge



.      Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities 
relating
to the mission of the organization.



.      Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate
to
non-profit/ voluntary organizations.



.      Knowledge of sound business practices and principles.


.      Knowledge of government, political process, fundraising,
community
service and service provider organizations.



.      Knowledge of federal legislation applicable to voluntary sector
organizations.



.      Knowledge of human resources management.



.      Knowledge of financial management.



.      Knowledge of project management.



.      Knowledge of disability issues, workplace accommodations and
assistive technology strongly preferred.



Skills



.      Demonstrated blindness skills that support independent living
such 
as
orientation and mobility, cane travel, use of assistive technology such
as JAWS or ZoomText. Braille, or guide dog/cane use are strongly
preferred.



.      Leadership, collaboration and teambuilding skills necessary to
work
seamlessly with all stakeholders and employees.



.      Excellent presentation and communication skills are necessary.



.      Proficiency in the use of computers for Word processing,
financial
management, and e-mail.



Abilities and Attributes



.      Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible,
versatile
and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining
effectiveness and efficiency.



.      Demonstrate Ethics: Understand ethical behavior and business
practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is
consistent with

these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.



.      Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working
relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve
the
goals of the organization.



.      Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, 
thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective
communication tools and
techniques.



.      Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve
operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.



.      Focus on needs of those being served: Anticipate, understand,
and
respond to the needs of disabled employees and community members to
meet 
or
exceed

their expectations within the organizational parameters.



.      Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others
to
set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance 
organizational
effectiveness.



.      Leadership: Positively influence others to achieve results that
are
in the best interest of the organization.



.      Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance,
urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the

best interests of the organization.



.      Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor
progress
towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities



.      Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward,
set
goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and
results.





.      Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, 
gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions,
and make
recommendations and/or resolve the problem.



.      Think Strategically: Assesses options and actions based on
trends 
and conditions in the environment, and the vision and values of the
orgnnization.





Experience



.      Five or more years of progressive management experience in a
nonprofit sector preferred.



.      Experience in government and political processes; blindness 
consumer
groups and issues.



Working Conditions



.      Work in an office environment within a manufacturing facility.



.      Work a standard work week, but additionally will often work 
evening,
weekends, and overtime hours to accommodate activities such as
attending
advisory council meetings and public events.



Persons who are legally blind and meet the qualifications are urged to
apply for this position.



Seattle Lighthouse will conduct a nation wide search to fill this 
position.
We expect this extensive search to take six to twelve months.



Equal Opportunity Employer M/F



Please email cover letter and resume to

jobs at seattlelh.org 

or mail them to



The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.



Attn.:  Don Helsel



2501 S. Plum Street

Seattle, Washington 98144



Telephone:         (206) 436-2760



Fax: 206.436.2244


TTY: (206) 324-1388



For more information about employment at the Lighthouse, and to
download 
an application form, visit our website:


www.SeattleLighthouse.org 









Kirk Adams

President

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
Main: (800) 914-7307
Direct: (206) 436-2110
www.seattlelighthouse.org 



Our Mission

-- to create and enhance opportunities for independence and 
self-sufficiency
of people who are blind, Deaf-Blind, and blind with other disabilities
--




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