[Nfbf-l] Job Announcement

[Judith Hamilton]

One of the Gainesville Chapter members asked if I would post this announcement/or make this information available to NFB & NFB FLORIDA. I do not know what national publications this has been posted too, but our member wanted to make sure anyone who might be interested in this position at the Center for Independent Living, North Central Florida (CILNCFL) would have a chance to contact them and apply. Any further information can be obtained by contacting:
Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida (CILNCFL)
222 S.W. 36th Terrace
Gainesville, Florida 32607
(352) 378-7474; TOLL FREE: (800) 265-5724
FAX#: (352) 378-5582
TTY: (352) 372-3443
Web Site:  www.http//cilncf.org
Spread the word and good luck!  Judy
 

POSITION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

 FULL-TIME /EXEMPT 

 

SUPERVISION 

RECEIVED: Works under the direction and supervision of the President of the 
Board of Directors 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

INCLUDE: Ensure the delivery of the four-core services of the Independent 
Living Program including: Information and Referral, Peer Support, 
Independent Living Skills Training and Advocacy at the CILNCF 
locations in a manner compliant with the RSA requirements. 

 

 

Major Job Functions: 

 

. Employ, direct, control and terminate all paid professional, clerical and other employees 
of the CILNCF except where delegated. 
. Develop and negotiate contracts and grants with public and private sources except where 
delegated. 
. Establish and oversee fiscal systems, prepare cost estimates and budgets and present to 
the Board of Directors regular financial reports. 
. Carry out publicity, public relations and fund raising on behalf of the CILNCF, except 
where delegated. 
. Provide leadership and assistance to staff in setting-up program priorities, planning and 
delivery of services. 
. Develop ongoing staff development and training program and participate in the teaching 
of skills as appropriate. 
. Maintain personnel policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient management 
of the CILNCF. 
. Supervise, prepare and maintain reports as required by funding sources and the Board of 
Directors. 
. Develop and oversee the monitoring and evaluation system to measure program 
successes and failures. 
. Serve as a liaison with federal, state and local agencies and legislative bodies where 
appropriate. 
. Mobilize community resources including volunteers, consumers, consultants, and 
professionals to help the CILNCF achieve its goals. 
. Oversee the delivery of the four-core and other services at the satellite locations. 
. Provide orientation, supervision and evaluation of program staff. 
. Record and track consumer data to establish consumer needs, priorities and goals. 
. Coordinate services with other providers at the request of the consumer and/or in 
response to the needs of the center. 




QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

. Demonstrated expertise in community and public relations, fund raising activities, oral 
and written communication, legislative matters, business administration, and program 
development and management 
. Commitment to the policies of consumer participation in the decision making process and 
consumer involvement in program development and implementation. 
. Demonstrated ability to organize, mediate, negotiate and resolve conflicts between 
different interest groups. 
. Masters degree from an accredited university. 
. Minimum of two years experience in human social services 
. Minimum of two years supervisory experience. 
. Understanding of the independent living philosophy and movement. 
. Demonstrated ability to work with staff and consumers on a cross-disability basis. 
. Knowledge of disability civil rights legislation and laws. 
. Awareness of community resources and larger systems serving people with disabilities. 


 

 

 

 

I have reviewed the above job description for the Position of Executive Director and fully 
understand the requirements of the position. 

 

 

 

 

Executive Director Board President 

 

 

Date Date 




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POSITION: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

 FULL-TIME /EXEMPT 

 

SUPERVISION 

RECEIVED: Works under the direction and supervision of the President of the 
Board of Directors 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

INCLUDE: Ensure the delivery of the four-core services of the Independent 
Living Program including: Information and Referral, Peer Support, 
Independent Living Skills Training and Advocacy at the CILNCF 
locations in a manner compliant with the RSA requirements. 

 

 

Major Job Functions: 

 

. Employ, direct, control and terminate all paid professional, clerical and other employees 
of the CILNCF except where delegated. 
. Develop and negotiate contracts and grants with public and private sources except where 
delegated. 
. Establish and oversee fiscal systems, prepare cost estimates and budgets and present to 
the Board of Directors regular financial reports. 
. Carry out publicity, public relations and fund raising on behalf of the CILNCF, except 
where delegated. 
. Provide leadership and assistance to staff in setting-up program priorities, planning and 
delivery of services. 
. Develop ongoing staff development and training program and participate in the teaching 
of skills as appropriate. 
. Maintain personnel policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient management 
of the CILNCF. 
. Supervise, prepare and maintain reports as required by funding sources and the Board of 
Directors. 
. Develop and oversee the monitoring and evaluation system to measure program 
successes and failures. 
. Serve as a liaison with federal, state and local agencies and legislative bodies where 
appropriate. 
. Mobilize community resources including volunteers, consumers, consultants, and 
professionals to help the CILNCF achieve its goals. 
. Oversee the delivery of the four-core and other services at the satellite locations. 
. Provide orientation, supervision and evaluation of program staff. 
. Record and track consumer data to establish consumer needs, priorities and goals. 
. Coordinate services with other providers at the request of the consumer and/or in 
response to the needs of the center. 




QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

. Demonstrated expertise in community and public relations, fund raising activities, oral 
and written communication, legislative matters, business administration, and program 
development and management 
. Commitment to the policies of consumer participation in the decision making process and 
consumer involvement in program development and implementation. 
. Demonstrated ability to organize, mediate, negotiate and resolve conflicts between 
different interest groups. 
. Masters degree from an accredited university. 
. Minimum of two years experience in human social services 
. Minimum of two years supervisory experience. 
. Understanding of the independent living philosophy and movement. 
. Demonstrated ability to work with staff and consumers on a cross-disability basis. 
. Knowledge of disability civil rights legislation and laws. 
. Awareness of community resources and larger systems serving people with disabilities. 


 

 

 

 

I have reviewed the above job description for the Position of Executive Director and fully 
understand the requirements of the position. 

 

 

 

 

Executive Director Board President 

 

 

Date Date