United Way · 8 hours ago
Executive Director, United Way HDC in West Virginia
Clarksburg, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expUnited Way is seeking an Executive Director for the Harrison and Doddridge Counties branch, responsible for providing strategic leadership and ensuring the organization achieves measurable community impact. The role involves overseeing operations, financial management, fundraising, and community engagement while acting as the chief ambassador for the United Way brand.
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Responsibilities
Advance the mission, vision, and values of United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties
Provide strategic leadership that drives measurable community outcomes
Lead periodic community assessments to identify priority needs
Mobilize financial, volunteer, and organizational resources to address community issues
Represent United Way on boards, coalitions, and community groups
Analyze community health and human service trends and propose solutions
Collaborate with agencies and government partners to strengthen service delivery systems
Advocate, within the United Way guidelines, for policies that support community well‑being at local, state, and national levels
Lead year‑round public education and engagement efforts to increase awareness of community needs
Model integrity, inclusiveness, adaptability, and continuous learning
Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all organizational and community work
Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with strategic goals
Lead planning, execution, and evaluation of special projects and events
Prepare agendas, reports, and materials for Board meetings
Implement Board‑approved policies and ensure compliance with United Way Worldwide Standards and requirements
Maintain building and tenant relationships, ensuring leases and payments are current
Ensure direct service programs remain responsive to evolving community needs
Oversee technology systems, data security, and donor database management
Manage organizational risk and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Lead and support a staff of 9 employees, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and service
Recruit, hire, develop, and retain high‑performing staff
Provide supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations for direct reports
Ensure staff receive appropriate orientation, training, and professional development
Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive workplace culture
Develop and implement training and onboarding for new Board members
Support Board governance, bylaws compliance, and committee work
Collaborate with the Board on strategic planning and organizational direction
Develop succession planning for key staff roles
Establish and monitor organizational performance metrics for staff and programs
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, accounts payable and receivable, and pledge processing
Ensure adherence to fiscal policies and monitor budget performance
Prepare financial and fundraising reports for the Board and committees
Manage the annual audit process and ensure compliance with federal and state tax requirements
Oversee payroll and tax reporting procedures
Ensure strong financial controls and fraud‑prevention practices
Collaborate with the Board Treasurer and Finance Committee on financial strategy and investments
Support long‑term financial sustainability planning
Plan, develop, and execute the annual United Way campaign in partnership with volunteers
Manage campaign operations, budgets, reporting, and stewardship activities
Develop training, tools, and support systems for campaign volunteers
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, businesses, and community partners
Represent United Way at workplace campaigns, community events, and public speaking engagements
Analyze giving trends and develop strategies to strengthen donor engagement
Lead marketing and communications efforts to promote United Way’s mission and impact
Support year‑round fundraising, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, and digital giving
Prepare grant proposals for operating funds, endowment funds, and community impact
Manage the Partner Agency funding application, evaluation, and allocation process
Ensure timely distribution of funds and clear communication with partner agencies on United Way policies
Provide professional development opportunities and technical assistance to agencies
Advise agencies on United Way policies and funding decisions
Provide leadership and support to 17 partner agencies, ensuring strong collaboration, accountability, and alignment with community impact goals
Strengthen relationships with volunteers, board members, and community stakeholders
Oversee all public communications, including print materials, media relations, website, and social media
Serve as a consultant and resource to Partner Agencies and community groups
Maintain strong partnerships with health and human service organizations and government entities
Qualification
Required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated fundraising experience
Three to five years of nonprofit leadership experience
Management experience including supervision, budgeting, and organizational planning
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with community impact or collective impact models
Experience cultivating and managing relationships across sectors
Strong collaboration and facilitation skills
Results‑driven leadership with a focus on measurable outcomes
Experience with donor databases and nonprofit technology tools
Company
United Way
Whenever there is a need in our communities, United Way is there.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Truist Foundation
2024-10-08Grant
Leadership Team
Angela F. Williams
President & CEO
Tom Lowery
SVP. Chief Transformation Officer
Recent News
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