EANGUS is Hiring!

Announcement of a permanent position opportunity in the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS)

POSITION TITLE: Executive Director

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATON: Washington, D.C.

SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with the knowledge and experience of the selectee and based on the provisions contained in the contract.

SELECTING OFFICIALS: EANGUS President and Executive Council Search Committee

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:

1) Current life or annual members of the Enlisted Association National Guard of the United States, and,

2) Other individuals who have the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position and who possess the appropriate business acumen, demonstrated leadership experience, legislative expertise, and a depth of understanding about the mission and activities of the Enlisted Association and the National Guard.

APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS: See position description attached.

CLOSING DATE: 4:30PM EST, 2 December 2024

PROJECTED START DATE: 15 January 2025 (Subject to negotiation)

SUBMISSION: Forward resumes/application to the EANGUS Search Committee Chair, CMSgt Josh J. Baker at vicepres@eangus.org.

DISCLAIMER: The attached job description is applicable to safer/post-pandemic working conditions. Telework can be authorized under certain emergency or weather conditions, or when warranted and approved.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, AGE, AND NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the President and Executive Council; the Executive Director is responsible for daily management and operation of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) and protection of the organization’s financial assets while ensuring compliance with Council directives and applicable grantor, federal, and state requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Executive Director is responsible for daily operations, asset protection, revenue generation, and marketing/public relations for EANGUS, a 501(c)(19) non-profit military service organization and exercises general oversight of its charitable affiliated organization, the We Care for America Foundation. The Executive Director also provides membership and legislative services to the Association. EANGUS represents over 400,000 enlisted Soldiers and Airmen currently serving in the National Guard, their families, and more than 300,000 National Guard retirees. Current active membership strength is over 35,000 and growing. EANGUS was formally organized in 1972 with the goal of increasing the voice of enlisted personnel in the National Guard. EANGUS is dedicated to promoting, safeguarding, and improving the status, welfare, and professionalism of enlisted National Guard members, veterans, retirees, and their families through legislation, employment, education, emergency resources and partnerships.

• Oversees all accounting functions to include auditing, budgeting, financial analysis, capital asset and property management and payroll in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, Executive Council policies and procedures, and all other applicable rules and guidelines. Prudently manages the organization’s resources within budget guidelines according to general laws and regulations. Ensures staff compliance with acceptable accounting procedures. Directs the EANGUS Controller to ensure the Finance Committee has up-to-date financial reports and information as needed.
• Oversees all legislative functions of the Association. Directs the Legislative Staff and provides guidance on legislative initiatives important to the Association. Attends necessary Capitol Hill functions that require his/her attention.
• Supervises the EANGUS National Office staff and handles most aspects of human resource management for employees including but not limited to hiring, developing position descriptions, recruiting personnel, establishing compensation, developing, and evaluating performance, and applying Executive Council-approved employee policies and benefits in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Interacts with other personnel and organizations such as the Congress of the United States, The Military Coalition, individual private organizations, the Department of Defense, the National Guard Bureau, and other related governmental agencies; in regard to matters affecting EANGUS.
• Is responsible for contract management including negotiating agreement terms that reflect the needs of EANGUS; coordinates with Executive Council and legal advisors to finalize agreement terms; monitors progress of agreements and maintains agreement documentation to ensure fulfillment of agreement terms including receipt and expenditure of funds.
• Assists in the development of current and long-term organizational goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures, and the strategy and vision for EANGUS operations.
• Establishes execution plans to achieve goals set by the Executive Council. Implements policies and procedures, subject to approval by the Executive Council.
• Analyzes and evaluates vendor services, particularly for insurance programs/annuities, employee benefits and management of EANGUS funds to determine programs and providers that best meet the needs of EANGUS and makes recommendations to the Executive Council, as appropriate; negotiates services, terms and premiums and executes contracts with benefit plan providers, supply and service vendors, auditors and consultants; manages payroll and benefits programs.
• Oversees all revenue development and fundraising activities including cultivating and the stewardship of corporate partners, sponsors, event planning and identifies new sources of revenue.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

A. Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree desired, preferably in Business or Management. Extensive management experience of 5 or more years may be substituted for this qualification.
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and delivery skills
• Solid organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation.
• Knowledge of the mission and activities of EANGUS and the National Guard
• Availability to work non-standard hours to include some weekends.
• Ability to travel frequently (average 3-5 days a month)
• Having domicile within the Washington, DC commuting area (relocation assistance is not available)
• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stand, speak, hear, and lift 20 pounds.

B. Leadership Competencies: Applicant must provide evidence of senior leadership experience that directly demonstrates proficiency in the following competencies:

• Strategic Management- Executes objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a dynamic environment. Capitalizes opportunities and manages risks.
• Team Building- Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.
• Accountability- Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost- effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for actions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Human Capital Management- Builds on workforce based organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance issues. Facilitates cooperation and teamwork, especially in a small group environment, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
• Influencing/Negotiating- Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals. Markets the organization and takes action to engage in fundraising and developing other revenues, membership growth, and continued success of the organization.

C. Technical Qualifications: Applicant must clearly show possession of the experience, knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of this position throughout the application process. Provide details of experience with each of the qualifications below:

• Strategic Planning- Proven success in formulating and implementing strategic, staffing, organizational, administrative, financial, information technology, performance, and accountability plans for an organization.
• Managing- Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability in effectively hiring, leading, directing, and holding staff accountable for the daily operations of an organization and the accomplishment of its mission, goals, and objectives.
• Leading- Proven ability in developing positions and recommendations on complex issues; working cooperatively across a diverse constituency; and in effectively and timely resolving disputes and building consensus.
• Communication- Demonstrated skill in communicating an organization’s mission, policies, and operations to Department of Defense agencies, Congress, the media, military and veteran organizations, and other interested parties, and building an effective program of ongoing interface with organizational membership.
• Technical Knowledge- Knowledge of the mission and activities of United States Military and the National Guard of the United States and their relationship with respective military and government departments and agencies, and to the Legislative and Executive branches of the Federal and State government. Extensive knowledge of the legislative processes at the state or national level to include lobbying and grassroots legislative efforts.