The Executive Source

Congratulations to Mary Buszuwski, Council CEO.

Chief Executive Officer

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York

Albany Headquarters

Position to be Filled October 2013

Apply Immediately for Consideration

THE OPPORTUNITY

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York announces a search for CEO to lead the Council to provide Girl Scouting’s pre-eminent programming to help girls develop as leaders and build confidence by learning new skills.  Membership is for girls ages 5-17.  All Girl Scouting's programs and activities – from camping to computing, arts to engineering, service projects to field trips – are designed to challenge and prepare girls for a future of leadership and achievement.

The CEO is accountable for providing leadership, strategic and tactical direction to fulfill the vision of the Council's Board of Directors for the achievement of the organization's critical goals.  The CEO directs the Council's day-to-day operations through the senior leadership team.  Of particular importance is advancing the Council's relevance in the communities served through outreach and collaboration with community partners.  The CEO is responsible for stewardship of the Council's human, material and fiscal assets, providing oversight for policies and practices that affect members, staff, and volunteers.  Of critical importance are the development and implementation of a communications strategy that increases the visibility of the Council and the awareness of the Girl Scout brand, as well as a membership plan that effectively engages girls, families, and volunteers in the Council's large service area, and generates the financial support to achieve those goals. 

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York has acurrent membership of over 10,000 girls, 4,900 adult volunteers, and a staff of 60.  Its annual operating budget is $4.3 million.  Headquartered in Albany, the Council operates an additional two service centers, in Queensbury and Plattsburgh, one administrative office, in Halfmoon, and multiple camp properties.

CEO QUALIFICATIONS

The CEO will possess solid and broad based business skills with a minimum of 5 years’ comparable executive-level experience including P/L accountability, and 10 or more years in managerial roles of progressive responsibility.

Personal attributes of the CEO will include commitment to the Girl Scout Mission, and the passion and ability to be the voice for that Mission across the Council's large service area.  The CEO will be a person of strong ideals and integrity who has a combination of vision, strategic, and operational planning abilities and who can serve as a role model of best management practices and effective decision-making.  The new CEO will possess a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while meeting mutually agreed upon accountability measures.  The CEO will be recognized as a community leader in the Council’s jurisdiction, or have the executive presence to achieve this quickly after appointment.  A strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community and economic backgrounds is essential.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strategic leadership and sound business experience including financial management, marketing, resource development, and the use of technology to support operational needs. 

Additional supporting qualifications include non-profit board relations, communications, program delivery, marketing, and volunteer relations leadership.  It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree, or equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Skilled executives from corporate, non-profit, or other backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class leadership development opportunities for the girls of the counties served are encouraged to apply for this outstanding executive leadership position.  If this is your background and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls in northeastern New York, we want to speak with you.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

The Council offers a competitive compensation plan commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the individual selected.  There is a comprehensive benefits package including generous time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, flexible spending accounts for medical and child care, as well as a 403(b) savings plan with Council match available, and other attractive features.  Relocation support will be considered. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of the Council.

THE COMMUNITIES AND JURISDICTION SERVED

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York serves the 15 counties of: Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren and Washington.  Major communities in the Council's jurisdiction are Albany, Plattsburgh, Saratoga Springs, and Schenectady.  This region boasts an abundance of colleges and universities, both public and private, and significant private sector investments in energy, pharmaceuticals, nanotechnology, semiconductor manufacturing, and global IT leadership.  With abundant recreation, cultural and educational opportunities, this council’s jurisdiction is appealing for its 4-season amenities and opportunities.

 Council web site:  http://gsneny.org/

HOW TO APPLY

Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York is an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage expressions of interest as soon as possible and in advance of September 15 to fill this important position in a timely manner.  The closing date is subject to change and you are encouraged to visit our website for updates from time to time.  For immediate consideration, please e-mail your cover letter and resume along with salary history to: 

Bob Perodeau, Principal

Evergreen Executive Source, LLC

E-mail:  evergreen.source@att.net

Voice (800) 221 6663    http://www.egreensource.com/

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