ATHENS AREA HOMELESS SHELTER
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Athens Area Homeless Shelter (AAHS) is seeking an Executive Director to
lead the organization and work with a motivated Board of Directors to develop
and implement a growth agenda.
The Executive Director is responsible for the daily management and operations
of the agency, managing and improving services and programs, maintaining a
strong funding base, representing the agency in the community, and assuring
effective working relationships with entities essential to the success of the
organization.
The AAHS primarily provides shelter and services to women and their children.
Full capacity in the current facility is seven families. In addition, the Shelter
administers a job training program that serves over 350 individuals each year.
Due to the closing of the Athens-based Navy Supply School, and earmarked
federal funds, AAHS stands to see its services and mission expand.
Qualified candidates should have strong executive, administrative and
interpersonal skills, distinguished by an ability to lead and inspire others in a
changing workplace environment.
Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Public Administration, Business
Administration, Non-Profit Management, Social Work or a related field with at
least two years of significant administrative experience, including personnel
supervision, fiscal management and control, and grant writing and
management. Those without a graduate degree but extensive experience in
non-profit management will be considered.
Qualified, interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume to
recruiter.aahs@negia.net. Resumes and cover letters may also be sent to:
Athens Area Homeless Shelter
620 Barber Street
Athens, GA 30601
Resumes will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., November 9, 2009. |
