Now Hiring - Chief Executive Officer - Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley

15-Oct-2011 Overview: The Board of Directors of the Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley (IHC) seeks a resourceful and visionary executive leader in the field of primary health care. In partnership with Board and staff, the successful candidate will maintain and expand the outstanding programs that now exist at IHC and will grow this Federally Qualified Health Center/urban Indian health program to meet the new challenges and opportunities presented by the recently passed Affordable Care Act. The candidate will have a track record of leading the implementation of successful growth in a similar situation. The candidate also will have demonstrated an ability to articulate a vision for IHC that will continue to draw resources to its organization and will allow IHC to increase its reach and impact for community members in need of its services.

Position Summary: The CEO reports to the Indian Health Center Board of Directors through the Board President and is responsible for the strategic vision and oversight of the IHC.  The CEO supervises chief management staff; ensures sound financial, budgeting and investing practices; leads fundraising efforts; ensures provision of high quality services through quality improvement strategies; ensures that the corporation is effectively structured and staffed; develops and trains Board members; and networks with other health agencies to advance the IHC’s mission. Read more.