Executive Director Position at HeadQuarters Kansas: Lead the Movement for Suicide Prevention

ABOUT US
HeadQuarters Kansas is a non-profit organization serving as the primary provider of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the state of Kansas. In addition to operating the 988 hotline, we provide crisis and counseling services, training and education programs, and lead public awareness campaigns to create a sustainable, healthy future for all Kansans.

Our Impact
In the past year alone, HeadQuarters Kansas:

• Answered over 17,798 calls to the 988 hotline in 2023, providing life-saving support to Kansans in crisis. 
• Answered approximately 90% of 988 calls received, reducing the number of calls going to non-local 988 call centers.
• Participated in 69 events across the state of Kansas with a 33% increase in engagement from the previous year.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Director serves as the chief administrator, overseeing all aspects of HeadQuarters Kansas’ operations, with a particular focus on ensuring the effective functioning and growth of the 988 hotline. Working closely with the Board of Directors, partner agencies, and funding partners like Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, the Executive Director is responsible for advancing the organization’s mission, managing financial matters, developing and implementing programs, leading public relations efforts, and fostering a strong team environment.

• Advance HeadQuarters Kansas' mission, core values, and strategic vision, with a focus on the critical role of the 988 hotline.
• Oversee the operation and expansion of the 988 hotline, ensuring its effectiveness and alignment with national standards
• Manage day-to-day operations to sustain a smoothly functioning, efficient organization
• Foster an effective working relationship with the Board of Directors and funding partners like the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
• Secure funding from diverse sources, including individual donors and significant grants to support the 988 hotline and other programs
• Manage fiscal matters and ensure prudent use of all resources, with a keen eye on maintaining funding for 988 operations
• Serve as chief spokesperson, representing HeadQuarters Kansas and the importance of the 988 hotline across the state
• Oversee program development and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Manage and supervise agency staff, promoting professional development and collaboration

• Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare, or other relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a nonprofit, hospital, healthcare/mental healthcare facility, or other relevant organization
• Experience managing budgets of $5M+
• Experience with federal, state, and private-agency grant writing and administration
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills, as demonstrated in cover letter
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders including funding partners, such as the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services

• Master's in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Healthcare, or other relevant field
• 3+ years experience working or volunteering at a suicide crisis hotline
• Experience with strategic planning
• Experience setting and achieving data-driven outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a healthy work culture and positive staff morale under stressful work conditions
• Experience creating and implementing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives

$90,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualification. Benefits package included.

APPLY
Please submit résumé (2 pages maximum) and cover letter (2 pages maximum) to https://headquarterskansas.applytojob.com/apply/UcP8pjNKW0/Executive-Director

HeadQuarters Kansas is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At HeadQuarters Kansas we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that embracing diversity in all its forms is essential to our mission and to creating positive change in our community. By working to understand different lived experiences, we are able to provide more effective suicide prevention efforts.

We are seeking an Executive Director who shares this commitment and can lead by example in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles throughout our organization and in our work. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of advancing DEI initiatives and will bring fresh ideas to further strengthen our inclusive culture.

We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our hiring process is designed to be fair, transparent, and free from bias. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and where diverse voices are not just heard, but celebrated.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HIRING TIMELINE
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting July 8th and will continue until the position has been filled.
Anticipated start date: September 1, 2024

ABOUT LAWRENCE, KANSAS
Lawrence, Kansas, a town with a population of 95,794 is located in Northeastern Kansas, 45-minutes west of Kansas City and 30-minutes east of Topeka. A vibrant university town, Lawrence is both affordable and sophisticated. The median household income is $59,834 and median home cost is $247,300. There are 13 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools, plus the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. With a lively arts and culture scene, a historic downtown full of locally owned shops and restaurants, and plenty of trails for hiking, biking, and river for kayaking, Lawrence ranks among the 50 best places to live in the US.
If hired, there is a potential to negotiate moving costs.