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R-9619 PRESIDENT -Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Talladega, AL - Reports to Board of Trustees
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Position Number: 4266245
Location: Talladega, AL
Position Type: Disability Services

R-9619 PRESIDENT -Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Talladega, AL - Reports to Board of Trustees

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

R-9619 Reference #XX72525575010

Posting Date: June 9, 2023

Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

POSITION TITLE: PRESIDENT

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind - Talladega, AL

Reports to Board of Trustees

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of a Master's Degree required.
Demonstrated knowledge of K-12 programs, deaf education, visual Impairments, special education, and early childhood intervention.
Demonstrated knowledge of industries for the blind, adult rehabilitation, community based services, cultural topics related to deaf and blind and deaf/blind services, and cultural topics related to deaf and blind services.
Demonstrated knowledge of methodologies of a Residential Program.
Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal laws, including the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act, the Randolph-Sheppard Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the Rehabilitation Act.
Experience and a demonstrated understanding of how to approach state and federal appropriations.
Experience in preparing for appropriation request.
Demonstrated ability to work with agencies, professionals, parents and adult consumers to develop, maintain and continually expand statewide comprehensive early intervention and rehabilitation services for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, their families and for adults, including senior citizens.
Must be willing to travel statewide
Must be willing to work flexible hours.
Employment record which demonstrates diligence related to details and accuracy in work.
Demonstrated experience in the supervision of senior staff with direct monitoring of program budgets.
A sign language proficiency level of INTERMEDIATE according to the AIDB evaluation system must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Terminal degree.
Specialized training and/or experience in working with individuals who are Deaf, Blind or Deaf-Blind.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind with responsibility for all operations, budget, personnel, and all policies and procedures.
Provides visionary leadership in existing programs and strategic planning to enhance and expand programs within the AIDB Mission.
Provides leadership for continuous improvement of instructional programs for students and clients in all AIDB programs.
Works with appropriate governmental (both state and federal) and private entities to secure adequate funding for AIDB.
Initiates and develops relationships between AIDB, local and city governments, Alabama education, business, and deaf and blind communities.
Communicates and interprets law and policy to internal and external audiences.
Organizing and reorganizing staff, creating and filling vacancies, and assigning duties and responsibilities subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees.
Oversee the senior administration and coordination of all K-12 programs, Adult Services programs, and Rehabilitation programs, Industries for the Blind operations, Institutional Advancement, Early Intervention programs and activities serving blind and visually impaired students, deaf and hard of hearing students, staff, consumers and their families.
Maintain database for all of AIDB staff, students, and consumers.
Review and approve payroll, purchase requisitions, travel authorizations and travel vouchers for AIDB employees.
Oversees all contracts with external agencies.
Oversee the maintenance and security of all files, data and information relavant to the efficient management and operation of AIDB.
Maintain communication and a collaborative relationship with the Board of Trustees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Trustees.

Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision insurance available
Teachers Retirement System
Deferred compensation options available
Paid time off

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE

(260 Days)

Direct Deposit is required

This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: July 24,2023

Click Below to Apply:

https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application

AIDB IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

To apply, please visit: https://www.aidb.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=3073&ViewID=7b97f7ed-8e5e-4120-848f-a8b4987d588f&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=15378&PageID=1469