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Executive Director

National Association of Social Workers – Michigan Chapter

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The Michigan Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), with a statewide membership of nearly 6,000, is seeking a Full - Time Executive Director with demonstrated leadership and management skills. In addition, applicants should have a substantial knowledge of and a strong commitment to the social work profession and social work values, with an awareness of the diversity of social work practice.  Applicants should also be able to engage, inspire, and mobilize the Association’s membership.  NASW is the largest membership organization of professional social workers, with 108,000 members nationwide. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. The Chapter Executive Director reports to the NASW Deputy Director of Chapter Operations at the National Office and is accountable to the Michigan Chapter Board of Directors.

Position requires:

• Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience working with professional or non-profit organizations and their volunteer Boards
• College degree required; MSW strongly preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Exceptional executive management skills, including the ability to provide oversight for organizational and leadership development priorities, relevant legislative efforts, membership services, staff supervision, strategic planning experience, and continuing education programs
• Demonstrated budget and financial management skills
• Solid program planning and implementation skills
• Strong public policy experience and skills
• Strong advocacy and legislative experience and skills
• Community engagement experience
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Experience working with the media (traditional and social media)
• Commitment to providing excellent membership support and engagement
• Experience in fundraising and grant writing 
• Must be proficient with Office products software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as working in the online/ “cloud” environment.

The Chapter office is in Lansing, MI; travel is required to other Michigan communities, as needed. Competitive salary, plus excellent benefits, including 401k and health insurance.

Application deadline:  June 30, 2021

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Applicants should email a cover letter and résumé addressing above qualifications, to: minaswchapter@gmail.com , Subject title “ Michigan Executive Director”.

NASW-Michigan is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination.  Applicants from diverse communities are encouraged to apply.