Summary
The Williams Syndrome Association (WSA) seeks a dynamic, visionary and experienced Executive Director to build on the WSA’s 40-year history as the leading resource for individuals with Williams syndrome and their families while leading this vibrant and close-knit organization through its next exciting stage of growth.
Williams syndrome (WS) is a rare, spontaneously occurring genetic condition that causes medical and learning challenges. WS occurs in 1 in 10,000 births without regard to sex, race, or other factors. The WSA is the most comprehensive resource in the United States for approximately 30,000 people and families living with Williams syndrome as well as for doctors, researchers, and educators. The organization funds research, provides resources and referrals, offers a range of programming and lifetime community support for individuals with WS, their families, and the professionals who serve them. The WSA operates on a distributed remote structure, therefore, this position may be remote anywhere in the United States. With an annual operating budget in the $2.5M range and a paid staff of eight, the organization is seeking a new Executive Director.
Organizational Values & Structure
The mission of the Williams Syndrome Association is to advance the interests of all individuals with Williams syndrome throughout their lifespan by providing programming and resources, supporting research, promoting partnerships and connections, and ensuring that the infrastructure of the organization has the capacity to lead our community toward its goals.
The WSA implements the mission by:
The WSA envisions that all individuals with Williams syndrome should have the support they need throughout their lifespan to live healthy, self-directed, productive, and meaningful lives--and that in order to achieve this vision, individuals with Williams syndrome must be meaningfully included in educational, work, and community settings.
Founded by a handful of families in San Diego, CA in 1982, the WSA today is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The WSA has supported more than 5,000 families of individuals with WS since its inception, leveraging its paid staff with hundreds of volunteers who help organize events and support families in communities nationwide. Volunteers are individuals with Williams syndrome, their family and friends, and the professionals who work with them.
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the Williams Syndrome Association. The ED is a visionary executive who leads efforts with members, affiliates (i.e. partner organizations, advisory groups, and other non-profit alliances/groups), volunteers, and other stakeholders to carry out the mission, advance the goals and objectives, and implement the strategic plan of the WSA. The selected candidate will manage the virtual operations of the WSA office, including a paid staff of eight and will serve as the public face of the organization to external stakeholders.
The ED reports to the Board of Trustees and is supervised primarily by the Board President and collectively by the Board's Executive Committee. All Board members have a personal connection to Williams syndrome, including three trustees with Williams syndrome.
Position Priorities
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow the reach of the WSA, transforming it to serve an increasing number of individuals and families with Williams syndrome. The new leader is expected to address the following strategic priorities:
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
Job Requirements
Compensation
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $150,000-$165,000. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance. Benefits include medical insurance coverage, short term and long‐term disability insurance, life Insurance, simple IRA with contributions matched up to 3% of annual salary, and flexible time off.
Application Process
To apply, interested candidates should email their cover letter and resume to: WSAexecutivedirector2024@gmail.com
Email applications with a cover letter are required. The position is open until filled.
The Williams Syndrome Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and values diversity and its role in building a more inclusive culture and ultimately a more capable organization. The Williams Syndrome Association embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Summary
The Williams Syndrome Association (WSA) seeks a dynamic, visionary and experienced Executive Director to build on the WSA’s 40-year history as the leading resource for individuals with Williams syndrome and their families while leading this vibrant and close-knit organization through its next exciting stage of growth.
Williams syndrome (WS) is a rare, spontaneously occurring genetic condition that causes medical and learning challenges. WS occurs in 1 in 10,000 births without regard to sex, race, or other factors. The WSA is the most comprehensive resource in the United States for approximately 30,000 people and families living with Williams syndrome as well as for doctors, researchers, and educators. The organization funds research, provides resources and referrals, offers a range of programming and lifetime community support for individuals with WS, their families, and the professionals who serve them. The WSA operates on a distributed…
Benefits include medical insurance coverage, short term and long‐term disability insurance, life Insurance, simple IRA with contributions matched up to 3% of annual salary, and flexible time off.
Benefits include medical insurance coverage, short term and long‐term disability insurance, life Insurance, simple IRA with contributions matched up to 3% of annual salary, and flexible time off.
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