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Non-Profit

President/Chief Executive Officer Full Time

JOB TITLE: President/Chief Executive Officer
JOB LOCATION: Paducah, Kentucky
ORGANIZATION: Easterseals West Kentucky
SEARCH PARTNER (RECRUITING FIRM): HR Consulting Solutions

SUMMARY
HR Consulting Solutions, a leading executive search firm, has been retained by Easterseals West Kentucky to recruit a dynamic and mission-driven President/Chief Executive Officer for their Paducah, KY headquarters. Easterseals West Kentucky is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering individuals with special needs and disabilities through high-quality programs and services. Located in Paducah, Kentucky, Easterseals provides early childhood education, adult day health services, employment support, therapy, and other life-enriching resources to individuals and families across the region. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, Easterseals West Kentucky is a trusted leader in advancing inclusion, independence, and opportunity. The President/CEO will be responsible for leading the organization with vision and integrity, ensuring alignment with its mission, values, and long-standing commitment to the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide strategic leadership to ensure the fulfillment of the organization’s mission and long-term goals.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee operational controls to ensure efficient day-to-day management of all organizational functions.
  • Direct and develop all personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.
  • Establish, implement, and enforce quality control standards across all programs and services.
  • Ensure the ethical, legal, and safe operation of the organization in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Commit and manage company resources in accordance with organizational policies, budgetary parameters, and by-laws.
  • Ensure the financial viability of the organization by analyzing financial trends, forecasting, and monitoring operational effectiveness.
  • Analyze and control expenditures to ensure alignment with budgetary guidelines.
  • Protect and manage the organization’s physical and financial assets.
  • Evaluate the results of operations regularly and systematically, reporting outcomes and strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors.
  • Maintain a strong partnership with the Board of Directors and carry out any additional duties as assigned by the Board.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in nonprofit management, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related field.
  • Prior executive or senior-level leadership experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, education, or human services environment.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-functional teams and manage a variety of complex projects and goals simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated financial management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
  • U.S. citizenship and possession of a valid driver’s license required.
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Easterseals West Kentucky offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive and generous benefits program, including:

  • Group Health Insurance – Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage to support the well-being of you and your family.
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance – Peace of mind with employer-paid coverage.
  • Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance – Financial protection in the event of illness or injury.
  • HealthWorks Wellness Program – Encouraging employee health through accessible wellness resources and initiatives.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – Generous accrual of vacation and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays, including a full week off during the Christmas holiday season.
  • Bereavement Leave – Compassionate leave to support employees during times of loss.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match –Traditional or Roth contributions permitted. Employer matches 100% of your contributions up to the first 3% of pay. You are 100% immediately vested in both employee and employer contributions.

Easterseals West Kentucky Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that values diversity and fosters inclusion. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all employees feel safe, respected, and supported

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Our company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, providing everyone with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions within our organization are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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