Job Details

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

WE ARE APICDAAPICDA is strengthening local economies and infrastructure development to support commerce in six remote villages in the Aleutian-Pribilof region of Alaska. Come tackle unique problems alongside talented coworkers and community residents. We're large enough that you will focus on meaningful, complex challenges, but small enough that you can make a rewarding impact. See your work make a true difference in people's lives.

APICDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a great work environment with a compelling mission, professional development, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to travel. We are eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways. Even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Director of Community Programs
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Status: Regular, Full-time, Exempt
Location: Onsite, Anchorage AK
Regular Work Week: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, Monday-Friday

Position Overview

The Director of Community Programs will serve as a member of the senior management team. In collaboration with the CEO, the Director of Community Programs will articulate and implement the strategic vision and leadership of the department. This position will oversee a portfolio of programs and related services, provide ongoing feedback, and promote the continued financial viability of APICDA programs. The Director of Community Programs supervises the Program Department staff. This position reports directly to the CEO.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Anchorage office at a director-level, ensuring consistency with APICDA's culture, values, and mission.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate to the APICDA communities.
• Actively engages in program development and implementation of community development plans and evaluates the effectiveness of plans to provide ongoing feedback.
• Remain informed of social and economic developments in APICDA communities and lead initiatives to identify areas for improvement that are in line with CDQ's mission and propose plans for a solution.
• Serve as a member of the organization's senior management team to coordinate programmatic initiatives.
• Develop strategies and conduct research to determine programmatic goals and objectives.
• Lead strategic planning for program initiatives and community development.
• Create and support a high-performance culture in the program department aligned with APICDA's core values.
• Develop and maintain a team-based environment, working collaboratively toward the department's vision and goal.
• Participate in the budget development process.
• Evaluate programs continually to determine their sustainability and provide effective and efficient service delivery.
• Respond to community requests for APICDA involvement or donations in partnership with the executive team.
• Work strategically with the executive team to identify opportunities for APICDA to leverage cross-program strengths to take advantage of new opportunities and/or address organizational challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisor Responsibilities

This position directly supervises and is responsible for the performance management of the following:

• Program Department

Work Environment

Work is performed in a professional office environment with a variety of individuals having differing functions. The position routinely uses standard office equipment. Occasionally requires air travel to the remote communities in the Aleutian-Pribilof region of Alaska; when out in the field, employees may be exposed to environmental hazards, extreme weather conditions, and loud noise.

Physical/Mental Demands
The physical demands of this position require speaking and listening, sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Ability to occasionally lift items weighing less than 50 pounds. Ability to maintain standard work hours in a 40-hour Monday through Friday workweek environment. Additionally, one must be able to understand instructions, handle conflict, and make effective decisions. Must have the ability to effectively work with various personalities and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, education, public health, or another human services-related field. Equivalent education and training may be substituted for experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years' senior leadership experience in a non-profit or philanthropic organization, overseeing multiple programs or contracts at an organization serving underserved individuals.
• Prior experience in the fishing industry, native organizations, non-profits, and/or corporate-level experience is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft suite of products, including Google Mail, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Able to work professionally with confidential information.
• Willingness to learn general knowledge of APICDA communities, geographical locations, fisheries, and tourism.
• Strong belief in the mission of APICDA and its purpose to carry out the CDQ requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

APICDA

APICDA is a non-profit dedicated to strengthening local economies and building infrastructure to support commerce in six remote villages in the Aleutian-Pribilof region of Alaska:

* Akutan.
* Atka.
* False Pass.
* Nelson Lagoon.
* Nikolski.
* St. George.

We focus our efforts on community-based initiatives, advocacy, vocational training, education and social programs that have been identified as high priorities. The APICDA board and staff work closely together to achieve our strategic objectives and leverage our resources for maximum benefit to our member communities.

APICDA is headquartered in Juneau, AK and operates an administrative office in Anchorage, AK.

APICDA offers programs and/or operational services in its six member communities and is dedicated to providing fisheries and tourism-related employment opportunities for community members and other qualified passionate people committed to our vision of sustaining communities.

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