Executive Director

American Council of the Blind of Ohio Executive Director Job Description

The Executive Director (ED) is a full-time, salaried exempt position with the American Council of the Blind of Ohio. This position is responsible to the entire board of directors and reports directly to the president. The executive director is responsible for the daily business operations of ACB-Ohio, including management of the assets of ACBO; and hiring, training, discipline, and termination of employees as needed.

Core Responsibilities and Tasks: (The following are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. The board retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.)

· Administers an information and referral service in accordance with ACBO’s mission.

· Provides information to the board.

· Oversees all programs of the organization.

· Develops, plans, and carries out fundraising efforts in collaboration with the fundraising committee.

· Manages all contracts.

· Allows access to ACBO financial records as needed.

· Maintains regular communication with all board members, directing specific questions or concerns to the president or committee chairs as appropriate.

· Represents ACBO at American Council of the Blind national events, including participating in the ACB Leadership Conference and serving as delegate at the ACB National Convention.

· Reports to the Columbus, Ohio office at least two days per week.

· Works a flexible schedule, with required attendance at events and meetings which may be during traditional weekday working hours, evenings, or weekends.

Required Qualifications:

· Familiarity with the blind and low vision community

· Demonstrated ability to strengthen current fundraising programs and create new, successful programs

· Professional written and verbal communications skills

· Organizational skills

· Ability to manage time across multiple projects and deadlines

· Ability to “think outside the box”

· Ability to work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

· Lived experience with blindness or low vision

· Bachelor’s degree

· A minimum of two years’ work or volunteer experience in a related field

· Proficiency with technology such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and virtual conferencing tools like Zoom

· Willingness to learn new technologies as needed

· Ability to read and write braille

Please contact President Brant Adams at [email protected] for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43214