Director, Strategic Initiatives & Process I
Apply NowCompany: Alamo Area Council of Governments
Location: San Antonio, TX 78228
Description:
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee both the compliance function and the development and management of strategic initiatives within the organization, ensuring adherence to regulations and driving growth and efficiency through external collaborations and internal process improvement.
This is a pivotal managerial position crucial to strategic planning and agency administration. Duties include working closely with the executive director, overseeing the agency's day to day operations, planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others, and developing implementation plans and procedures for programs as may be required. The role is of the utmost importance, requiring the ability to work under minimal supervision and with extensive latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The role also requires the desire and ability to learn new complex subject matter as the need arises to meet the evolving demands of an ever changing organization.
Tasks Performed
Provides guidance and assists staff in developing and implementing special projects as required.
Overseas and/or prepares, reviews, edits, and approves agency reports and studies; provides advice to the executive director regarding agency operations; provides information and guidance to state agencies, funding sources, stakeholders, and the general public regarding agency activities, services, and responsibilities.
Essential Functions
May confer with board members, organization officials, stakeholders, vendors, and staff to discuss, coordinate activities, and resolve issues.
Must be able to provide cogent, accurate, and clear information when dealing with media, programs, elected officials and their staff, member governments and affiliates, regulatory and other agencies, and non-governmental organizations; and ensure proper interfacing of the agency's internal and external communications.
Serves as one of the organization's spokespersons in area of expertise, defines and champions change initiatives, organizational strategies, services, policies, and practices.
Regularly assess agency practices and processes to align with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Create and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to promote and maintain compliance.
Supervise others to ensure their compliance with job duties, regulations, and agency policies.
Prepare reports on compliance activities and communicate findings to management and staff.
Assist with investigating employee discipline/termination cases to determine appropriate discipline or to document and provide justification for termination.
Perform other job related duties as assigned, including but not limited to working with affiliated entities or taking on diverse special one off projects as they arise, such as:
o Assist the Executive Director in Alamo Area Housing Finance Corporation (AAHFC) board administrative functions to include board agenda items and board presentations; develop and implement a strategic plan, policies, procedures, and bylaw revisions; provide guidance to the Board of Directors concerning workforce housing needs, industry standards, and HFC goals for the region.
o Assist with the development of the requirements for a Revolving Loan Program.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Degree/Job Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, law or a related field is preferred. Ten years of progressive experience in public administration, policy administration and managerial leadership; Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Must adhere to local, state, and federal laws and regulations of agency programs and activities. Knowledge of management/leadership principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, program operations and public administration; and basic accounting, budgeting and financial principles. Must possess the ability to direct and organize program activities; establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; identify problems, evaluate alternatives, implement effective solutions, and delegate responsibilities for implementation to staff with appropriate oversight to ensure successful outcomes.
Oversee both the compliance function and the development and management of strategic initiatives within the organization, ensuring adherence to regulations and driving growth and efficiency through external collaborations and internal process improvement.
This is a pivotal managerial position crucial to strategic planning and agency administration. Duties include working closely with the executive director, overseeing the agency's day to day operations, planning, assigning, and supervising the work of others, and developing implementation plans and procedures for programs as may be required. The role is of the utmost importance, requiring the ability to work under minimal supervision and with extensive latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The role also requires the desire and ability to learn new complex subject matter as the need arises to meet the evolving demands of an ever changing organization.
Tasks Performed
Provides guidance and assists staff in developing and implementing special projects as required.
Overseas and/or prepares, reviews, edits, and approves agency reports and studies; provides advice to the executive director regarding agency operations; provides information and guidance to state agencies, funding sources, stakeholders, and the general public regarding agency activities, services, and responsibilities.
Essential Functions
May confer with board members, organization officials, stakeholders, vendors, and staff to discuss, coordinate activities, and resolve issues.
Must be able to provide cogent, accurate, and clear information when dealing with media, programs, elected officials and their staff, member governments and affiliates, regulatory and other agencies, and non-governmental organizations; and ensure proper interfacing of the agency's internal and external communications.
Serves as one of the organization's spokespersons in area of expertise, defines and champions change initiatives, organizational strategies, services, policies, and practices.
Regularly assess agency practices and processes to align with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Create and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to promote and maintain compliance.
Supervise others to ensure their compliance with job duties, regulations, and agency policies.
Prepare reports on compliance activities and communicate findings to management and staff.
Assist with investigating employee discipline/termination cases to determine appropriate discipline or to document and provide justification for termination.
Perform other job related duties as assigned, including but not limited to working with affiliated entities or taking on diverse special one off projects as they arise, such as:
o Assist the Executive Director in Alamo Area Housing Finance Corporation (AAHFC) board administrative functions to include board agenda items and board presentations; develop and implement a strategic plan, policies, procedures, and bylaw revisions; provide guidance to the Board of Directors concerning workforce housing needs, industry standards, and HFC goals for the region.
o Assist with the development of the requirements for a Revolving Loan Program.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Degree/Job Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, law or a related field is preferred. Ten years of progressive experience in public administration, policy administration and managerial leadership; Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Must adhere to local, state, and federal laws and regulations of agency programs and activities. Knowledge of management/leadership principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, program operations and public administration; and basic accounting, budgeting and financial principles. Must possess the ability to direct and organize program activities; establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; identify problems, evaluate alternatives, implement effective solutions, and delegate responsibilities for implementation to staff with appropriate oversight to ensure successful outcomes.