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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Plainfield Riverfront Foundation (PRF)
Executive Director
Full Time
The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Plainfield Riverfront Foundation. The
Executive Director reports to the Executive Board of Directors, and is responsible for the organization’s
consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives. Administration, Program Development,
Property Improvement, Fundraising, Marketing, and Community Outreach are all key duties and will
be implemented as follows:
1) Board Governance:
a) Works with the Executive Board & Advisory Board of Directors to fulfill the organizations
mission and leads in a manner that supports and offers guidance.
b) Organize monthly Executive & Advisory Board meetings.
c) Communicate effectively with the Executive & Advisory Boards, providing in a timely and
accurate manner, all pertinent information necessary for the board to function properly and
make informed, educated decisions.
d) Maintain the process of board involvement and term limits.
2) Organization Mission/Strategy:
a) Works with the Executive Board to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through program
implementation by offering guidance and support.
b) Responsible for presenting and maintaining a 5 Year Strategic Plan to meet various PRF
objectives.( Property development & Fundraising support )
c) Actively pursue the enhancement of the PRF’s image by being involved and visible in the
community by working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations.
3) Financial Viability/Performance:
a) Sufficiently ensure the financial health and integrity of the PRF to include submission to the
Executive Board a proposed annual budget working with the Executive Board Treasurer to
provide monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the current financial condition
of the organization.
b) Responsible for fiscal management, working within the approved annual budget, maximizing
resources to maintain the PRF in a positive financial position.
c) Responsible for fundraising and developing resources/events to support PRF
mission/strategic plan.
d) Ensures corporate tax forms are filed and tax deposits are made in a timely fashion.
e) Has signatory authorization up to $500.00, dual signatures with an Executive Board Member
required over $500.00.
f) Is responsible for all employment matters of PRF staff, assignment of duties, and supervision
of their work and establishes the terms of employment. Staffing needs are within the annual
budget of the PRF
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4) Organization Operations:
a) Oversee and implement appropriate resources to ensure operations are efficient.
b) Attain appropriate bids for maintenance work, new & exiting improvements, and strategic
plan initiatives. ( building/property )
c) Chair Committee of annual major fundraiser – Plainfield Fest as well as additional, new
fundraising events to be established
d) Work closely with the Village of Plainfield and Plainfield Park District to ensure proper
maintenance of the riverfront property with regards to the PRF board expectations.
General responsibilities further defined as follows:
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Planning and operation of annual budget.
Establishing employment policies and administrative procedures for all functions related to the
day to day operation of the Plainfield Riverfront Foundation.
Serve as the PRF’s primary spokesperson to the organizations constituents, the media, and
general public.
Provide annual updates to the Village of Plainfield President and Board of Trustees.
Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations within State, County, and Village
to enhance PRF’s mission/strategic plan.
Oversee PRF Board and designated committee meetings, including devising an agenda, topics of
discussion, and action items to be approved appropriately. Maintains accountability for assigned
duties.
Implement and oversee a marketing and communication effort to further creating awareness of
mission and current projects.
Review and approve contracts for services.
Professional Qualifications:
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Five or more years’ senior nonprofit management involvement/experience.
Strong finance & budget management skills, including preparation, analysis and reporting.
Strong organizational abilities including planning, program development, and implementation.
Ability to convey a vision of PRF’s current, and strategic future to PRF boards, civic partners,
volunteers, and donors.
Knowledge of fundraising strategies, and donor opportunities.
Ability to motivate, and educate with strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong public speaking ability.
Salary/Benefits:
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Starting salary - TBD - commensurate with experience and other qualifications.
3 Weeks PTO-2 Weeks’ Vacation / 5 Sick Days
Annual Review to be completed prior to February 1st by Executive Board, determining merit
increase.
No Health Insurance or Retirement benefits offered at this time.