Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through education, training, and job placement services, is seeking an inspiring and visionary leader to serve as our next President/CEO. This vital role offers a unique opportunity to lead an organization that transforms lives through the power of work, fostering economic independence and social inclusion for all.

As the President/CEO, you will lead strategic initiatives, champion our mission, and drive sustainable growth in the communities we serve, as well as in our retail sector. Your leadership will be instrumental in expanding our impact, enhancing operational excellence, and cultivating partnerships that advance our mission in a rapidly changing world.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader with a proven track record of executive management, strategic vision, and a passion for social impact. If you are driven by a commitment to making a difference and possess the expertise to lead a diverse and mission-driven organization, we invite you to join us in this key role.

To learn more about working at Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids and all Grand Rapids has to offer, please follow this link:

https://www.goodwillgr.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Position-Announcement-PresidentCEO-Goodwill-of-Greater-Grand-Rapids-.pdf

Essential Job Functions:

• Execute directives from the Board of Directors to develop and advance the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic plan.
• Ensure that the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic plan are clearly communicated, actively pursued, and successfully achieved to meet the Board of Directors' expectations.
• Safeguard that Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids Articles of Incorporation and by-laws are thoroughly understood and effectively implemented.
• Provide executive leadership and direction for Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids as the chief employee, executive agent, and public representative of the corporation.

Executive Competencies:

Business Acumen: Uses knowledge, intuition, and judgment to interpret reliable data, making timely, thoughtful business decisions that add value. Embraces technology, remaining up to date on relevant technology trends. Takes risks based on the best available data, acknowledging failure as a possibility.

Communication: Demonstrates social and emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills by identifying the appropriate audience and information to be delivered to meet organizational goals. Delivers messages with design of influencing others. Demonstrates exceptional listening skills and openness to messages/information from others.

Curiosity: Acts as a catalyst for organizational strategic change. Intentionally gathers new information about industries, technologies, and techniques. Takes initiative, constantly searching out opportunities.

Execution: Have the right people in the right place. Assures the right systems and processes are in place. Influences and openly collaborates, internally and externally. Is results driven, linking strategy with operations while ensuring employee understanding to achieve results.

Organizational Development: Creates an inclusive, authentic workplace that leverages individual differences and fosters the development of others. Creates an emotional connection with others. Demonstrates and demands conduct that facilitates trust, cooperation, teamwork, and continuous improvement and learning.

Vision: Leverages long-term, strategic thinking, considering internal and external opportunities and implications. Acts as a catalyst to drive future performance by influencing others.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off
• 401k
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Flexible spending account,
• Basic life, LTD and STD
• Competitive relocation package

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Must be certified as an Executive Director by Goodwill Industries International within the first two years of employment.

Experience:

• Ten years supervisory experience in the field of talent development, donated goods or business administration. The experience should include at least five years of executive management experience.
• Additional training and experience in human resources management, finance, continuous quality improvement, supply chain management, organizational development and/or business best practices preferred.
• Familiarity with not-for-profit administration, accreditation, and public policy preferred.