Executive Director - Public Service Executive II Augusta , Maine , United States | Education | Full-time | Partially remote Apply by: No close date Apply with Linkedin Apply DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MAINE COMMISSION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE (MCCS) -ANTICIPATED VACANCY- ANTICIPATED FILL DATE MARCH 31, 2025 Opening Date: January 30, 2025 Closing Date: Until filled Job Class Code: EU34 Grade: 34 Salary: $84,697.60 - $120,265.60/Annually Position Number: 095101093 Purpose: The Executive Director provides visionary leadership and oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Maine Commission for Community Service (MCCS) which operates through the Maine Department of Education. The Commission does business as Volunteer Maine and is one of the 52 state service commissions across the country that strengthen service and volunteerism in their respective states. The Maine Commission for Community Service is the state government partner of the federal AmeriCorps agency. This position works closely with 23 governor-appointed Commissioners who are very active in the implementation of statutory duties that encompass policy, planning, grantmaking, evaluation, and partnerships that serve the needs of Maine’s volunteer sector and AmeriCorps programs. The position is accountable for implementation of the strategic plan, management and development of staff, sound financial administration, and highly productive relationships with both public (federal and state) and private partners. In particular, the position ensures strong adherence to applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, performance standards, and procedures. On behalf of the Commission, this position serves as the liaison to key external partners including federal agencies, state agencies, state legislature, federal delegation, other state service commissions, Maine Volunteer Foundation, and representatives of state and local service networks. Work includes analysis of issues, preparation and presentation of position papers, casting a vision in alignment with commission board recommended strategic approaches, overseeing contract procurement and grantmaking processes, selecting and inspiring a competent program management team, and forecasting/identification of financial resources to implement work. Supervision is exercised over a variety of personnel. Reporting to the Board of Directors and Director of the Maine Office of Community Affairs, this position is responsible for providing leadership of vision, strategy, and management h as orientation of new MCCS members, supporting committee work, and execution of monthly MCCS meetings. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Knowledge of the principles of analysis, management, and development issues. + Knowledge of the practices and principles of policy planning and formulation. + Knowledge of the structure and operations of related state and federal government programs. + Knowledge and experience related to the volunteer and community service sector and the issues that impact capacity, sustainability, and development of the sector. + Knowledge of requirements of the federal National and Community Service Trust Act and the Domestic Volunteer Service Act. + Knowledge of best practices and effective strategies in securing philanthropic resources to support the work of the private support organization. + Knowledge of and expertise in the ongoing engagement of an appointed public sector body, such as the Commission, including new member orientation as well as committee engagement. + Ability to serve as a spokesperson for MCCS with federal, state, and local governments, as well as the general public. + Ability to provide nimble and agile leadership in a dynamic political and regulatory environment. + Ability to develop mutually beneficial partnerships with external organizations. + Ability to effectively lead change and development through strategic planning. + Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely in oral and written form with a variety of internal and external audiences. + Ability to assess current operational practices and systems to ensure high-quality outputs and deliverables. + Ability to build, lead, and inspire an effective staff team with accountability and the practice of emotional intelligence principles. + Ability to utilize excellent listening and strong negotiation skills. + Ability to lead and track programmatic goals and objectives, budgets, and financial forecasting. + Ability to administer federal grant fund programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Graduate degree preferred in a related field and eight years of senior management experience in a government agency, major nonprofit organization, university, or volunteer community service setting. Four years of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: + serving as lead staff for a public or nonprofit board or decision-making body, + administration of a National Service or volunteer program, + and/or management of the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations to a federal program and exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated understanding of civic engagement and current policy initiatives that link civic engagement and volunteerism to solving critical community challenges, especially in rural, economically disadvantaged, and/or multi-lingual communities. Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: + Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. + Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. + Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). + Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) . Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? 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