President and CEO
1 day ago
Rochester
Job DescriptionSalary: $175,000 to $200,000 annually JOB SUMMARY The President and CEO will provide visionary and strategic leadership for The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY (LASROC), advancing access to justice and championing equal justice for the underserved individuals in our community. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President and CEO is responsible for the overall direction, management, and performance of LASROC in alignment with Board-established policies and the agencys mission, vision, and values. The President and CEO will develop and maintain a mission-driven, inclusive internal culture that is equally committed to access to justice, ensuring that staff have the necessary resources and tools to fulfill the agency's mission. This includes ensuring employees have access to competitive compensation and benefits, as well as mentoring, professional development, and continuing education necessary to support both individual growth and organizational excellence. Organizational Leadership and Strategy • Serve as the chief executive leader of LASROC, providing overall authority, responsibility, and accountability for organizational management, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness., • Promote and embody LASROCs mission and values internally and externally, leading with integrity, transparency, and accountability., • Collaborate with the Board of Directors to set organizational policy, strategic priorities, and long-term vision that advance access to justice. Cultivate a mission-centered, inclusive, and highly performing organizational culture that supports staff engagement, retention, and excellence. Governance and Board Relations • Serve as the President of the Board of Directors and act as the primary liaison between the Board and LASROC., • Support the Board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities by providing timely, accurate information and strategic recommendations. Human Capital and Organizational Development • Exercise final authority over the hiring, discipline, and termination of all employees., • Appoint and supervise all supervisors and directors; participate in second-round interviews for staff positions as time permits., • Direct and oversee all human resources functions, including workforce planning, organizational structure, leadership development, and succession planning., • Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of a comprehensive salary and benefits program for all LASROC employees., • Oversee performance management, evaluation, and compensation recommendations for the Senior Management Team. Financial Stewardship and Fund Development • Provide executive oversight of the fiscal health and sustainability of the organization., • Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of LASROCs financial information, reporting and disclosure requirements, internal controls, and management information systems., • In collaboration with the CFO and Director of Administration, prepare and present the annual budget, quarterly balance sheets, and financial statements to the Board of Directors., • Responsible for preparing reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes and rulings, and other items affecting businesses or program services. External Relations and Community Engagement • Serve as the public face and primary spokesperson for LASROC., • Ensure strong visibility and representation of LASROC at the local and statewide levels with community partners, government officials, funders, and industry stakeholders., • Act as a key representative to the Telesca Center for Justice partnership and the Telesca Centers Fund for Justice, strengthening collaborative relationships and advancing shared goals. EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • In accordance with the By-Laws of LASROC, the President and CEO must be an attorney admitted to practice law in New York State., • A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law and organizational leadership or management., • Demonstrated commitment to the principles of social justice and ensuring access to justice for underserved populations., • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and challenge individuals and teams to achieve high performance and organizational goals., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders., • Strong knowledge of budget development, financial management, and fiscal oversight., • Experience in grant writing, fundraising, and resource development., • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners., • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while providing decisive executive leadership., • Ability to travel as required; reliable transportation is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • Extended periods of sitting at a desk or workstation while performing administrative tasks., • Regular use of computers and other office equipment, requiring manual dexterity and visual concentration., • Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds., • Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings, training sessions, or other events., • Ability to communicate effectively with associates, supervisors, and external stakeholders in person, over the phone, or via email., • Office-based environment with standard office equipment and ergonomic furniture., • Exposure to typical office noises such as phone calls, conversations, and office equipment operation., • Work will be performed in an in-office environment., • Occasional travel may be required for attending training sessions, conferences, or other related events. The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.