The Pennsylvania
Optometric Association (POA) is searching for an Executive Director who exhibits
excellence in organizational management, strategic thinking, and relationship
building. The POA represents the interests of over 1,200 optometrists across the
state of Pennsylvania. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive
Director has overall responsibility for the execution of our strategic plan
with emphasis on membership development and retention, legislation and
insurance/third party related issues.
Candidates should
possess proven leadership in some or all of the following areas: membership
development, finance, legislation, third party and non-dues revenue income. The
candidate should also possess the ability to manage staff, work with our volunteer
structure, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget. Qualifications:
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with MPH, MBA, MPA, OD or JD
preferred. Management experience in not-for-profit association administration,
government relations, health services, public administration, or closely
related area. Small business experience and/or experience in legislative and
regulatory environment with emphasis on health policy and insurance issues is a
plus. Availability for travel and required after-hours work including weekends.
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.
Please send cover letter,
resume and references to Kelsey Rodkey at poaeyes@gmail.com
by August 8, 2016.
