Cover letter, resume, and a writing sample is required with application.Acting under the general supervision of the National Board of Directors (board), the National Executive Director (NED) serves as the chief executive officer of the organization, and is responsible for the overall functioning and performance of the national staff, as well as carrying out the directives, instructions, and policies legally adopted by the board and/or the membership in convention assembled. The position represents the interests of the organization and serves as a liaison between the organization and federal, state, and local agencies; veterans and military service organizations; other organizations of and for the blind; and private sector entities.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAdministrationManage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the organization.Implement the board-approved strategic plan and ensure all activities align with the mission.Ensure compliance with policies and other governing documents adopted by the board, all relevant state and federal laws, and any funder restrictions.Ensure compliance and the successful implementation of administrative functions, including but not limited to human resources, finance, grants, fundraising, and communications.Ensure compliance and the successful implementation of governance functions, including but not limited to nonprofit compliance, strategic planning, and board relations.Ensure compliance and the successful implementation of programs, including but not limited to advocacy, veterans service, and member relations and management.Human ResourcesEnsure overall staffing structure and individual job duties meet the needs of the organization.Ensure compliance with relevant state and federal employment laws as well as best practices.Manage all personnel. Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes. Design and implement an annual employee evaluation process. Design and implement staff training, professional development, and team building activities.Maintain the workplace and work relationships in accordance with all local, state, and federal non-discrimination laws, rules, and regulations.Financial Management & FundraisingWork with the development and finance teams to prepare and implement the annual budget.Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, best practices, funder restrictions, and organizational policies.Authorize expenditures within the board-approved budget.Advise the board on financial matters, budget, and future needs.Oversee the research, development, and implementation of a fundraising plan.Support fundraising initiatives, particularly special events, donor relations, and grants.Lead the planning and implementation of the annual convention.Board RelationsRecommend long-term strategies, short-term plans, policies, and annual budgets to the board.Participate in monthly board meetings including preparing the meeting agenda, attending meetings, and reporting to the board.Assist with the identification, recruitment, and orientation of new board members.Steward board members and develop board members’ capacity for fundraising.Stay apprised of board and committee activities; serve as their primary point of contact.Public Relations & AdvocacyServe as the primary spokesperson for the organization; ensure positive representation of the organization; and advocate on behalf of the organization, its mission, and its stakeholders.Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.Cultivate relationships with other organizations; seek and evaluate opportunities to partner on collaborative projects.Oversee the research, development, and implementation of an advocacy agenda.Oversee the development and implementation of a communications plan.Attend community events as required.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms other related work as required.This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities#J-18808-Ljbffr