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Director of Veteran Programming

Denver, CO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1247+Santa+Fe+Denver+CO+USA+80204)

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Description

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

** The Director of Veteran Programming will have strategic responsibility for all Veteran housing programs across the state. The Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive strategy that supports Volunteers of America strategic initiatives throughout their assigned area of responsibility. The Director is charged with pushing forth the strategic vision for Veteran services statewide, including identification of the complex needs of Veterans and Veteran communities statewide as well as funding and partnership opportunities to address these needs. The Director oversees the overall functioning of Veteran housing programs and provides direct supervision to Associate Directors. Director has oversight of multi-million-dollar funding streams. Responsibilities include: monitoring and implementation of quality and quantity of supportive services, activities, and program initiatives located in multiple geographic areas; supervision of director level staff; reporting to funding sources; cultivating positive relationships with local, regional, and national partners; leadership and participation in local community efforts to end Veteran homelessness; development, implementation and monitoring of program budgets; Veterans events planning and fundraising, and grant preparation, administration and monitoring. Responsible for establishing internal and external reporting systems, financial oversight and management of all assigned programs, ensuring compliance with overarching rules and regulations, and oversight of project data collection and evaluation. This position is expected to travel regularly to field offices located statewide. Current programming includes but is not limited to: Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) and Freedom Springs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Directs the development and implementation of program components to ensure that the services are high quality and consistent with the goals of the agency and program.

· Ensures that SSVF program initiatives are implemented and monitored including but not limited to rapid resolution, legal services, landlord and tenant incentives, money management, and shallow subsidy.

· Plans, implements, and administers all programs under their supervision in accordance with applicable regulations, best practice standards, and Volunteers of America principles and goals.

· Where applicable, establishes and/or assists in the maintenance of Veteran advisory committee that meets regularly and is composed of members best suited to meet programming and agency goals.

· Ensures that Veteran’s voice is heard, and when appropriate their ideas play a prominent role in programming. In collaboration with funders and other community stakeholders, develops and implements a comprehensive strategy to support Volunteers of America strategic initiatives throughout the assigned area of responsibility.

· Routinely seeks out new funding sources and program opportunity to support Veteran needs in Colorado.

· Leads annual planning efforts related to Veteran events, celebration and fundraising where appropriate.

· Recruits, trains, and supervises high quality staff and ensures each employee is thoroughly trained to perform the duties in their position.

· Directly responsible for the coaching, supervision and evaluation of director-level personnel throughout the assigned area of responsibility.

· Functions as a liaison between the programs, community agencies, and funders. Develops alliances and collaborative agreements with public and private community agencies. Seeks additional resources and funding streams for the program as needed.

· Acts as professional liaison to the service provider community as a subject matter expert.?

· Prepares program budgets annually and monitors expenditures throughout the year, taking corrective action when needed.

· Monitors the systems devised to collect outcome data and revise as needed. Analyzes data to ensure that goals are being met and that programs continue to benefit community and people served. Prepares required reports and program data and submits by the due date. When required, submits reports in advance to Senior Director for review.

· Responsible for grant preparation and monitoring; and ensures that all grant applications are submitted to the Senior Director prior to the deadline.

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· Oversees director-level personnel working to achieve strategic objectives throughout the assigned service area.

Anticipated Outcomes

· In collaboration, successful CARF accreditation for evaluation every three years.

· At least annually, applies for and is awarded at least one source of funding for Veteran needs.

· Within the first year, plans for and puts on at least one Veteran recognition event in each region of VOA Colorado operates.

· Ensures that Veterans receive services within one week of initial contact.

· Ensures that programming houses people receiving services preferably within one month but no longer than 3 months.

Ensure all other outcomes are met as required by the funding source and Volunteers of America Colorado

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

· Travel throughout the program’s service area is required on a regular basis.

· Must be able to work in diverse and, at times, uncomfortable environments such as homeless shelters, service facilities, streets, offices, and all other locations as necessary to fulfill program objectives.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

· Full-Time. Work hours vary depending upon program requirements Should plan to work 45-55 hours per week including some holidays, nights and weekends.

Location

Throughout program service area. VSS Field Offices located are in: Denver, Greeley, Fort Collins, Grand Junction, Durango, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs

Salary

$80,500-$90,500 annual exempt

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension and 403b Retirement Plan

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance

Life Insurance (Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment)

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

VETERANS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contactHR@VOAColorado.orgto begin the Interactive Process.

Requirements

Competencies

· Models core culture attributes of VOACO that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

· Models and VOACO’s three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).

· Must competently translate administrative and direct service practices to diverse groups of stakeholders in support of program objectives.

· Must be both creative and detail oriented in order to effectively develop and implement strategic plans supporting program, agency, and community objectives.

· Must be aware of, and able to reflect, the differences between management and direction.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

· Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, human services, or a closely related field.

· 3 years of management experience.

· Demonstrated ability to fulfill relevant program compliance and administrative requirements.

· Demonstrated ability to lead teams of human service professionals.

· Demonstrated abilities in effectively managing program grant agreements, contracts, and finances.

· Demonstrated grant writing abilities.

· Must possess a Colorado driver’s license, satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and state-mandated automobile insurance.

· Must possess a personal vehicle that may be used for work-related travel (reimbursement for mileage is available).

· Must complete agency and program credentialing within 12 weeks of hire and maintain credentialing standards thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

· US Military Veteran strongly preferred.

· Master’s degree in in public administration, business administration, human services, or a closely related field.

· Demonstrated pursuit, award, and continued/successful maintenance of private, local, state, and federal grants or contracts.

· 4 years of management experience.

Knowledge and Skills

· Demonstrated skillsets in financial management, operational management, grants/contacts managements, and personnel management.

· Ability to inspire, train, mentor, and lead teams.

· Ability to respectfully and professionally serve individuals hailing from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ideologies, and religions.

· Ability to work and thrive within a diverse, multicultural team environment.

· Ability to take initiative and work independently.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Ability to apply appropriate self-care in the face of often difficult and/or traumatic situations which commonly present while working with persons in need of services.

Salary Description

$80,500-$90,500