The Executive Source

 

This position has been filled. Congratulations to Pam Hyland,

new CEO.

Chief Executive Officer

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England

Warwick, Rhode Island Headquarters

Position to be filled Fall 2015

Apply Immediately for Consideration

THE OPPORTUNITY

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England announces a search for CEO to lead the council to provide Girl Scouting’s pre-eminent programming to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.  Membership is for girls ages 5-17.  All Girl Scout world-class leadership development 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 serves as the council’s top official, accountable for providing leadership, strategic direction, and vision for the development and achievement of the council’s mission in collaboration with its Board of Directors.  The CEO will provide leadership for the corporate tactical planning process by directing the formulation, integration, and implementation of short-term, mid-term, and long range operating objectives and actions needed to achieve the council’s strategic plan.  In addition, the CEO will ensure that pluralism is institutionalized within the council’s activities and functions, promoting non-discrimination in every aspect of Girl Scouting.

Responsible for stewardship of the council’s human, material and fiscal assets, the CEO provides oversight for policies and practices that enhance the participation of members and roles of staff and volunteers.  Of critical importance is the continued strengthening of the visibility of the council and community awareness of the Girl Scout brand, as well as membership initiatives that effectively engage girls, families, and volunteers in the council’s service area.

The CEO’s important outward-facing responsibilities are to network and build relationships with corporate, nonprofit, governmental, funding communities and the general public, which expand the council’s visibility and create opportunities for significant membership growth and financial support by ensuring that investing in girls is a priority.  The CEO informs and engages current and potential funders by representing the council at strategic functions, serving as the council media spokesperson and leveraging influential speaking opportunities.

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England serves more than 6,500 girls in grades K-12 in partnership with 2,500 adult volunteers and more than 30 staff.  The council’s operating budget is $4-million.  The council office is located in a state of the art facility at 500 Greenwich Avenue in Warwick and includes a large, bright Girl Scout shop.  The council is particularly proud of the Girl Leadership Experience Center, a girl-led hub of creativity, connectivity, exploration, and inspiration.  It also owns four beautiful camp properties, carefully maintained by property staff for the benefit of the girls, alumnae, adult volunteers, and the community at large.

CRITICAL GOALS

Successful measures of accomplishment will be determined in the following areas.

• ·        Builds long-term relationships with nearby philanthropic organizations, businesses and governmental agencies to be sources of funding and programming.
• ·        Leverages past experience to provide guidance and direction in financial management, marketing, resource development.
• ·        Advances the Council's relevance in the communities served through outreach and collaboration with community partners.
• ·        Leads in bringing a vibrant vision of contemporary Girl Scouting to communities being served.
• ·        Directs and guides the council in the development of priorities and objectives to ensure the work of the council supports the purpose and values of Girl Scouting, and facilitates the continued growth and development of the Girl Scout program in accordance with the council’s board of directors and GSUSA guidelines.
• ·        Brings effective business management practices to the critical functions of customer relations, human resources, program, and volunteer utilization.
• ·        Acts as the key communicator for the council to the membership, general public and community stakeholders.
• ·        Inspires others to be high performers by demonstrating leadership and courage, and by fostering a culture that encourages partnership between staff and volunteers.
  

CEO QUALIFICATIONS

The CEO will possess solid and broad based business skills with a minimum of 5 or more years of comparable executive-level experience including profit and loss accountability, and 10 or more years in business leadership roles of progressive responsibility.  The successful CEO will show skill and accomplishments in areas including fundraising, strategic planning, community relations, board governance, communications, financial management, marketing, property management, and program delivery.  Demonstrated accomplishments in fostering superior customer service are extremely important.

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 diverse 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.  Adaptability and self-awareness are critical attributes being sought, with a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential.  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.  It is essential that the CEO have a strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community, and economic backgrounds.  The ability to communicate effectively across a broad range of constituents is also essential.  It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, with advanced education and training preferred.

Skilled executives from the world of Girl Scouting, corporate, nonprofit, or other backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class development opportunities are encouraged to apply.  If this is your background, and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls in this service area, we want to speak with you.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

The council offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including attractive time off, medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability coverage, retirement/401K, and a Flexible Spending Account.  Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may change at the discretion of the council.  Relocation support will be considered.

COUNCIL JURISDICTION

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England includes girls from all of Rhode Island; from Pawcatuck, Connecticut; and from 13 communities in southeastern Massachusetts: Attleboro, Bellingham, Blackstone, Fall River, Millville, North Attleboro, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, and Wrentham. 

 

COUNCIL WEBSITE:  http://www.gssne.org/

HOW TO APPLY

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from members of diverse communities.

We urge interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to meet the council’s accelerated timetable for the selection of a new CEO.  Applications will continue to be reviewed until this important position is filled.  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

Direct Line (800) 286 4009(800) 286 4009 FREE    www.egreensource.com

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