Employment

Executive Director

The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of an emergency shelter and crisis center for victims of domestic and sexual violence. They work toward the Mission of Missouri Shores by supporting their staff and board. Due to the nature of the work, the Executive Director must be prepared to respond to emergencies that occur outside their regular working hours.

Executive Director Statement of Duties:

Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to develop and maintain the annual budget, financial transactions, and fund development plans;
Complete payroll and accounts payable, and ensure all payments are conducted within grant guidelines;
Research and apply for new revenue streams to ensure the financial health of the organization;
Prepare and submit grant funding applications and reports in a timely manner and with great attention to detail;
Ensure compliance with all grant requirements in accordance with state and federal guidelines;
Effectively lead a team of dedicated advocates by recruiting, training, and supervising in collaboration with the Client Services Supervisor while adhering to all employment policies and procedures;
Manage a thirteen-member Board of Directors by organizing board agendas, meeting documents, and committee reports; coordinating board activities; and on-boarding new members;
Create and maintain strong connections with partner agencies in the communities served by Missouri Shores, and across South Dakota;
Assist with client intakes, protection orders, court hearings, and other support services for victims of domestic and sexual violence as needed;
Must be on-call with the crisis phone one night per week, as well as some weekends and holidays;
Ensure smooth daily operations by coordinating shelter maintenance and upkeep;
Other duties as required.

Executive Director Qualifications:

Experience with grant writing and financial management;
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate our Mission to donors and community partners, as well as empathize with those we serve;
Self-starter with good discipline who can prioritize and juggle multiple projects;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Maintain composure and respond calmly in a crisis-driven environment;
Previous supervisory or leadership experience.

Executive Director Requirements:

Applicant must pass a pre-employment background check;
Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and have a reliable source of transportation;
Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Supervision is provided by the Board of Directors. This is a full-time salaried position with a pay range of $58,000 - $62,000 per year. To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references to the Hiring Committee by emailing jboocock@edc.org.

Housing Navigator:

Missouri Shores Domestic Violence Center (MSDVC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit located in Pierre, SD. We are dedicated to ending domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking by responding to emergency needs and educating our community. This is a fast-paced environment with a compassionate, supportive atmosphere.

Housing Navigator Statement of Duties:

Work closely with the Executive Director to maintain fiscal responsibility;
Comply with all ESG and Transitional Housing requirements;
Develop and maintain professional relationships with property managers;
Complete intake paperwork and screen clients for eligibility in accordance with ESG and Transitional Housing guidelines;
Meet with clients for case management on an agreed-upon basis;
Assist clients with budgeting, life skills, securing housing and employment, and seeking out other essential resources;
Maintain detailed case notes and client files;
Enter data and submit reports in a timely and accurate manner;
Assist with crisis intervention and case management for clients both in and out of shelter; assist with protection orders and court accompaniment; assist with other client needs as requested;
Must take the crisis phone one night per week and some weekends when needed;
Other duties as assigned.

Housing Navigator Qualifications:

Must be compassionate and have a strong desire to help others;
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and organization skills;
Ability to work effectively with the public and a large variety of people;
Must be dependable and have good judgment and initiative to solve problems;
Must be able to respond to a higher degree of crisis and keep composure and self-control while using trauma-informed best practices;
Must be aware and sensitive to special needs populations, other cultures, and lifestyle differences;
Experience related to domestic and sexual violence or crisis intervention is preferred but not required;
Must able to travel occasionally for conferences or trainings.

Requirements:

Applicant must pass a pre-employment background check;
Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license;
Applicant must have reliable source of transportation.

Supervision will be provided directly by the Client Services Supervisor and the Executive Director. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) paying $20/hr. Wage and benefits can be reevaluated after one year.

Apply by emailing your resume to director@missourishores.com.

Crisis Phone Weekend Advocate:

If you are interested in becoming a crisis phone advocate, please call 224-0256 and ask for Sarah. This advocate position is on call from Friday at 5:00pm until Monday at 8:00am. This position receives a stipend and training provided.

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