Job Posting: Executive Director

Sunflower Diversified Services is seeking a new Executive Director

Sunflower Diversified Services, Inc., the largest, most esteemed, and only nonprofit agency of its kind in Central Kansas, is now accepting applications for its next Executive Director.  It is also the only agency in its five-county region that offers programs for persons with developmental disabilities of all ages, from birth through retirement.

Sunflower Diversified Services represents a partnership amongst five Kansas counties--Barton, Pawnee, Rice, Rush, and Stafford--with a combined population of more than 50,000. Communities in its service area include the largest city of Great Bend with its population of 16,000, and 36 smaller cities and towns, as well as extensive rural, unincorporated areas.

The Executive Director is the chief administrative officer of the agency, subject to supervision by the Board, and responsible for the proper administration of all affairs of Sunflower Diversified Services. Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Implement the agency's strategic plan;
• Develops strategies for financial viability;
• Ensures agency efficiency regarding services provided and administration;
• Develops an annual budget;
• Serves as the agency's primary spokesperson to the media and general public;
• Oversees all marketing campaigns, including the use of local media;
• Participates in local organizations to promote the agency's public profile.

A minimally qualified candidate will have: (1) experience in a position with responsibility for budget management and direct employee supervision; (2) a Bachelors degree in liberal or business arts or related field from an accredited university; (3) evidence of a stable employment history and career advancement; (4) excellent communication skills; and (5) an unblemished record of professional integrity.

In addition, well-qualified candidate will have: (1) five years in a management position in a nonprofit community agency that serves people with developmental disabilities; (2) previous personal or professional relationships with persons with developmental disabilities; (3) experience with a nonprofit board of directors; (4) demonstrated skill and knowledge of nonprofit fund raising; and (5) record of community volunteerism.

Preferred candidates will also possess: (1) leadership qualities to build and sustain positive relationships; (2) competence to perform executive with excellence; (3) skills to adapt to socioeconomic and governmental changes; (4) the passion and commitment to serve and advocate for persons with developmental disabilities.

The base salary starts in the mid-$80,000 range; resume submissions should be received by August 5, 2016.

For more information, including a comprehensive job description and recruitment profile, please contact Marla Flentje at 316-250-1344, or by email at mflentje@austinpeters.com