President & CEO

President & CEO

TEAM, Inc.

Derby, Connecticut

The Moran Company is pleased to partner with TEAM, Inc. to recruit the organization's next President & CEO.

TEAM is a private, 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation founded in 1965 – the enactment of the Economic Opportunity Act (EOA) in 1964 created Community Action Agencies, like TEAM, across the nation.

TEAM’s footprint in the community spans basic needs and case management services, Early Childhood and Head Start, Elderly Services and Meals on Wheels, Employment and Training Supports, Housing Supports, Food Assistance, and more. TEAM is dedicated to helping people and empowering individuals and families toward economic stability.

Individuals or families seeking help at TEAM are provided with a caring and responsive reception, comprehensive intake and application assistance, and ongoing communication to address individual or family needs, basic needs, and areas of social impact focused on upward economic mobility and self‑sufficiency.

TEAM’s direct services include basic needs and case management that promotes self‑sufficiency; child development and family wellbeing initiatives; childcare; diaper assistance; home‑heating energy assistance and counseling to reduce and cover energy/utility costs; assistance to individuals in acquiring the skills that promote opportunities for improved employment; income management services that includes household financial counseling and tax filing; housing assistance; food assistance including child and elderly nutrition;

and elderly support and wellbeing initiatives.

In addition to direct services, TEAM coordinates regional access to the full array of eligible human services programs through an extensive network of community partnerships, coalitions and support programs available throughout TEAM’s communities.

TEAM’s administrative offices are in Derby, Connecticut – located within the southwest Connecticut area fondly known as The Valley. Derby and neighboring communities of The Valley offer a suburban lifestyle with a small‑town feel, making it an attractive option for families and young professionals. The area’s affordability, job opportunities, and access to parks make it a desirable place to live. Residents appreciate the community atmosphere, safety, and the ability to enjoy a variety of amenities.

The President/CEO is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day operation of TEAM Inc., which includes approximately 207 staff, executing the strategic plan in collaboration with the board, ensuring the consistent achievement of financial objectives, and implementing policies set by the board. The President/CEO will ensure a professional working relationship exists between staff, board members and state and federal funding sources. The President/CEO is accountable to the board and reports to the board chair.

• Assure that the organization has a long‑range strategy which achieves its mission and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
• Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and conduct plans and policies authorized by the board.
• Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the organization’s work.
• Maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.

• Ensure the board is fully informed about the organization’s overall condition and any significant factors that affect it.
• Publicize the activities of the organization, its programs, and goals.
• Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organizations.
• Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the public.

• Responsible for recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers.
• Ensure that sound human resource practices are in place, including but not limited to the agency’s job descriptions, regular…