Executive Director; Non-Profit

Executive Director

Reports To:

Board of Directors

Start Date:

October - December 2026

Children’s Smile Center (CSC) is a non-profit organization that operates dental clinics to serve the oral health needs for children from low-income families in Christian, Stone, Taney, Dade, Barry, and Lawrence Counties in Missouri. The Executive Director will:

• Champion the Mission of CSC.
• In conjunction with the Board of Directors, establish the overall strategy of the organization.
• Establish and oversee the strategic and operational functions of all CSC programs and staff in the areas of dental operations, facilities, financial operations, community engagement, and fundraising.
• Ensure that client needs are met at the very highest professional level of children’s oral health.
• Serve as the face of CSC and represent its Mission and Core Values in all public settings.

• Uphold and honor the Company Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Objectives.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for overseeing the planning, organizing, and directing of all CSC operations.
• Report to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis, a summary of:
  • Programs and services delivered to clients.
  • Financial performance (which could include income & expense statement, balance sheet, actual compared to budget).
  • Staffing and facility updates.
  • Community engagement and fundraising.
  • Future needs.
• Monitor daily operations of the organization, providing executive direction for program strategies and efficiencies in conjunction with CSC management.
• Oversee all accounting and bookkeeping functions of CSC.
  • Direct the work of the business manager as it relates to financial operations.
  • Monitor and consult with contracted accounting services for daily financial operations.
  • Provide quarterly financial reports to the Board of Directors.
  • Provide executive direction and decision-making for all financial operations, including corrective actions if needed.
• Oversee and direct the management of all financial assets, including cash reserves and endowment funds.
• In conjunction with CSC staff, initiate billing, monitor receivables and ensure payment of all expenses for all fundraising events.
• Initiate and execute the annual CPA audit with opinion and the IRS Form 990 submission.
• Prepare an annual budget and submit it to the Board of Directors at the annual meeting for approval.
  • Monitor monthly, comparing actual results to forecasted income and expenses.
  • Provide the Board on a quarterly basis any variances from the annual budget.
• Champion a strong work culture that attracts and retains people while driving the organization’s mission.
  • Provide coaching and support for direct reports and when needed for all other employees.
  • Provide leadership to the management team in their responsibility to manage their staff.
  • Work with management to identify and address staffing requirements for efficient operations.
• In conjunction with CSC staff, initiate and lead all fundraising efforts.
• As the face of CSC, build and maintain relationships in conjunction with CSC staff, that result in appropriate fundraising success.
• Oversee and monitor all CSC operations to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• 10 or more years of progressive leadership experience, with experience in nonprofit, healthcare, dental, or other mission-driven organizations preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 or more years of management or supervisory experience.
  
  Demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Strong understanding in financials and accounting.
• Strong community engagement or being willing to be engaged in the community.

• A seasoned leader who understands the current trends in oral healthcare and/or non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrated empathy in helping children and their families.
• Has a strong aptitude for financial and accounting.
• Experience in hiring, managing, and motivating staff.
• Has experience in developing and implementing successful fundraising plans.
• Knows how to establish relationships with local community groups.
• Highly effective in a leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness, including engagement with…