Deputy Director

The Deputy Director oversees the day-to-day activities of the agency and supervises operations across both centers. Duties encompass department management, staff training, and aiding the Executive Director in strategic planning and agency endeavors. Serving as a linchpin for smooth operations, the Deputy Director is instrumental in maintaining the efficiency of the Senior Centers. This role demands a dynamic individual with robust organizational, managerial, and interpersonal proficiencies to manage diverse facets of daily center activities. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director works closely with fellow staff to uphold the center's mission and values.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Deputy Director reports to the Executive Director. The Deputy Director assists the Executive Director in managing DSI employees and volunteers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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· Collaborate with Executive Director and other staff to develop engaging and diverse programs and activities tailored to the interests and needs of seniors.

· Conveys organization’s mission and strategic plan to staff and community partners.

· Supervises daily activities of managerial and support staff

· Manages administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the organization

· Networks in the community to share DSI events and services

· Monitor and manage department budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability. Prepare financial reports and forecasts for review by Executive Director.

· Identify and mitigate operational risks to safeguard the well-being of staff, members, and assets.

· Works at both centers on a regular basis

· Drives company vehicles as needed.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Education:

· Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree preferred in field of social or human relations

· Excellent time management skills, ability to keep team on task and follow agency policies

· Excellent people skills with proven ability to lead and delegate.

· Proven experience in operations management, preferably in a senior center or similar community-based organization.

· Knowledge of QuickBooks, financial management, leadership development, and marketing experience.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Strong critical thinking, analytical, organizational skills

· Familiarity with and ability to communicate effectively on topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

· Must be bondable.

· Must be experienced in operating a computer and in Microsoft Office.

· Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by the company automobile insurance policy.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Environment: Most often this position will be in a climate-controlled environment. As this position requires travel to each center as well as visits to community functions and occasional participation in outside activities, the incumbent must have the ability to adapt to outside exposure during normal weather conditions.

• Not a Work from Home Position - The incumbent must be able to perform duties on-site – on-going work- from-home is not an option. Temporary, short-term exceptions may be made for a few hours or a half-day under special circumstances as approved by the Executive Director.

• The employee is routinely required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, push and pull items weighing 30 pounds or less. Occasional climbing may be required.

• Should be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time.

• The position requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures

• Should be able to operate a cell phone, land line, computer keyboard, and other office machines.

• Should have the ability to communicate English clearly verbally and in writing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,816.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Summerville, SC 29483 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Summerville, SC 29483: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person