President & CEO

President & CEO

TEAM, Inc.

Derby, Connecticut

The Moran Company is pleased to partner with TEAM, Inc. to recruit the organization's next President & CEO.

Organizational Background

TEAM is a private, 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation founded in 1965 – the enactment of the Economic Opportunity Act (EOA) in 1964 created Community Action Agencies, like TEAM, across the nation.

TEAM’s footprint in the community spans basic needs and case management services, Early Childhood and Head Start, Elderly Services and Meals on Wheels, Employment and Training Supports, Housing Supports, Food Assistance, and more. TEAM is dedicated to helping people and empowering individuals and families toward economic stability. Individuals or families seeking help at TEAM are provided with a caring and responsive reception, comprehensive intake and application assistance, and ongoing communication to address individual or family needs, basic needs, and areas of social impact focused on upward economic mobility and self-sufficiency.

TEAM’s direct services include basic needs and case management that promotes self-sufficiency; child development and family wellbeing initiatives; childcare; diaper assistance; home-heating energy assistance and counseling to reduce and cover energy/utility costs; assistance to individuals in acquiring the skills that promote opportunities for improved employment; income management services that encompasses household financial counseling and tax filing; housing assistance; food assistance including child and elderly nutrition; and elderly support and wellbeing initiatives.

In addition to direct services, TEAM coordinates regional access to the full array of eligible human services programs through an extensive network of community partnerships, coalitions and support programs and services available throughout TEAM’s communities.

TEAM’s administrative offices are in Derby, Connecticut – located within southwest Connecticut area fondly known as The Valley. Derby and neighboring communities of The Valley offer a suburban lifestyle with a small-town feel, making it an attractive option for families and young professionals. The area’s affordability, job opportunities, and access to parks make it a desirable place to live. Residents appreciate the community atmosphere, safety, and the ability to enjoy a variety of amenities.

Position Summary

The President/CEO is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of TEAM Inc.,
which includes approximately 207 staff, executing the strategic plan in collaboration with the board, ensuring the consistent achievement of financial objectives, and implementing policies set by the board. The President/CEO will ensure a professional working relationship exists between staff, board members and state and federal funding sources. The President/CEO is accountable to the board and reports to the board chair.

Key Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities

• Assure that the organization has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
• Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and conduct plans and policies authorized by the board.
• Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization’s work.
• Maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.

Communications

• Ensure the board is fully informed about the organization’s overall condition and any significant factors that affect it.
• Publicize the activities of the organization, its programs, and goals.
• Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organizations.
• Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the public.

Staff Relations

• Responsible for recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers.
• Ensure that sound human resource practices are in place, including but not limited to the agency’s job descriptions, regular performance evaluations, and overall staff excellence. 
• See that an effective management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all provisions outlined in current Union Agreements, and responsible for successor Agency/Union agreements. Cultivate and maintain high quality workplace environments and management & staff morale for overall agency excellence.
• Encourage staff and volunteer development and education and assist program staff in relating their specialized work to the total program of the organization.
• Maintain a climate which attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse staff of top-quality people.

Budget and Finance

• Ensure the financial operations of the agency, including budget development/management, general ledger maintenance, purchasing, payroll, and cash management are sound and in accordance with relevant laws and regulations including FASB, GAAP, Uniform Guidance to ensure effective use of agency resources.
• Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to conduct its work.
• Jointly, with the chairperson and secretary of the board of directors, conduct official correspondence of the organization, and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents.

Professional Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• A master’s degree is preferred in Human Services, Business, or related fields with five to six years of progressively responsible supervisory/administrative experience; or a bachelor’s degree in related discipline with at least 10 years of appropriate experience with increasingly responsible supervisory/administrative experience.
• Passion to promote self-sufficiency, economic security and transformational change to help individuals and families improve their quality of life.
• Previous success in establishing external relationships with individuals and organizations of influence including government agencies, civic leaders, partner agencies, and volunteers.
• A strategic thinker.
• Ability to manage conflict and diversity.
• Proven success working with a board of directors.
• Ability to build strong collaborative teams and actively engage with staff.
• Ability to advocate with public officials to maintain funding opportunities, identify, and secure new sources of funds.
• Knowledge of social support systems and grant-making.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Unwavering integrity to do what is best for TEAM and its communities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong nonprofit organizational management skills, including strategic planning, program development, and staff leadership.
• Understanding of personnel and fiscal management systems.

Compensation

The projected compensation for this position is based on education and experience starting at $160,000.00 annually.

Compensation is supplemented by a strong benefits package including medical, dental, disability, life insurance, life and AD&D, voluntary insurances, pension with up to 6% employer match, vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays.

Relocation expenses are negotiable.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

TEAM, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Agency to be fair and equitable in all of its policies and practices and provide equal employment opportunity (“EEO”).

Application Process

The search for the TEAM Inc. President/CEO is being conducted by The Moran Company. Questions about the position can be directed to Ann Graff, The Moran Company; agraff (at) morancompany.com.