VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Posted: April 17, 2015 Citrus Research Board Job Description Title: President Organization: California Citrus Research Program Location: Visalia, California Reports to: Board of Directors, composed of citrus growers, and to the California Secretary of Food and Agriculture through the Marketing Branch __________________________________________________________________________ The Citrus Research Board, located in Visalia, California, is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of President of the Board. The position will be filled upon selection of the most qualified candidate. Summary: The Citrus Research Program is a grower-funded and grower-directed program established in 1968 under the California Marketing Act as a mechanism for enabling the state's citrus producers to sponsor and support needed scientific and technical research to further the goals of the California Citrus Industry. The program is administered by the Citrus Research Board, which is commonly referred to as simply "CRB". The President directs and manages the organization towards its mission personally or through subordinate managers. The President must convey a strong sense of order and leadership as well as have the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. In addition, the President must have the ability to interact effectively and in a positive manner with the CRB board of directors, the scientific community, growers, the local community, the Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), other public agencies, and a board staff of 14 individuals. These interactions occur in a fast paced dynamic environment, often with a high level of confidentiality and discretion. Duties of the President: The duties of the President include, but are not limited to, the following activities:   Manage the overall affairs of the program as defined by its governing laws and policies Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and CDFA policies            Oversee all contracts and grant agreements of the Board Manage and supervise all employees of the program Maintain financial viability of the program Publish required Board notices and industry communications Assemble, compile, and analyze all information necessary in connection with the performance of the official duties of the Board Certify all meeting minutes and actions taken by the Board Administer all policies and actions that the Board adopts and undertakes Interact with the scientific community Manage an annual budget of approximately $11 Million Represent the Board and the program on state and national committees as directed by the Board Perform other duties as directed by the Board or the Secretary Requirements for the Position:  4 year degree from an accredited university  10-15 years of managerial experience  Excellent leadership, communication and decision making skills  Strong personnel management skills and experience with the ability to manage staff at all levels of experience and education Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with experience How to Apply: Letters of interest, along with resumes and references, should be submitted to Andy Towne at: [email protected]. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. EOE Statement The CRB is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or veteran status or other characteristic protected by the law.