OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Western Reserve Iilc (Warren, OH)

Closing / removal date: June 30, 2025

Position Summary: Oversee daily operations of the Center for Independent Living (CIL), including staff, programs, and resources. Represent the CIL at local, state, and national levels, ensuring alignment with the Independent Living Philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise staff, assign tasks, evaluate performance, and review reports.
  • Manage resource development and compliance with regulations.
  • Implement marketing, outreach, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Maintain positive relationships with funders and staff and submit required reports.
  • Oversee policy implementation, payroll, and administrative tasks.
  • Build agency collaborations, seek grants, and attend CIL Association meetings.
  • Serve as a liaison for legislative matters and federal updates.

Qualifications

  • Life experience with a disability is preferred.
  • Managerial, organizational, and financial skills required.
  • Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Initiative and adaptability to diverse situations.
  • Prefer a college degree

Position Details

  • Reports to: Board of Directors
  • Salary: $50,000, full-time (M-F, 9–5), biweekly pay.
  • Location: Warren office with travel (Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull counties, and Columbus), mileage paid.
  • Reasonable accommodations available.

WRILC values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference given to qualified candidates with disabilities.

Contact pjd@wrilc.org for more information.