About this opportunity
Mcadamhs lists this Executive Director opportunity in dayton, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Title
Executive Director
Reports To
Board of Directors
FLSA Status
Unclassified / Exempt
Salary
Commensurate with experience starting at $151,000
Overview
The Executive Director of Montgomery County Alcohol, Drug, and Mental Health Services (MCADAMHS) serves as the central system leader responsible for aligning behavioral health strategy, funding, and partnerships across Montgomery County. This role operates at the intersection of public service, community impact, and system coordination, guiding both long‑term vision and day‑to‑day execution across the system. Serving as both a strategic architect and operational leader, the Executive Director ensures that priorities are clearly defined, data‑informed, and implemented with accountability. The role is critical in advancing MCADAMHS’ position across a complex ecosystem that includes service providers, healthcare systems, public safety, government agencies, and community organizations. The Executive Director must navigate a dynamic and evolving environment, balancing funding constraints, regulatory requirements, and increasing community needs while maintaining fiscal discipline and system stability. A key priority will be strengthening trust and transparency across stakeholders, modernizing systems and data capabilities, and reinforcing alignment between strategy, funding, and measurable outcomes. Internally, the Executive Director fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Externally, they serve as a visible and credible advocate for behavioral health, effectively communicating impact and advancing system‑wide progress across Montgomery County.
Key Priorities
Strengthen Trust, Transparency & Communication
Foster trust with providers, staff, and stakeholders following recent funding and system challenges.
Encourage transparency in decision‑making, particularly around funding and strategic direction.
Establish consistent, proactive communication across stakeholder groups.
Maintain a visible and accessible leadership presence across the county.
Enhance Collaboration & System Leadership
Reinforce MCADAMHS’ role as the central convener across behavioral health and human services systems.
Foster alignment and reduce silos among providers and partner organizations.
Expand cross‑system collaboration.
Support coordinated efforts tied to the Human Services Levy.
Drive Strategic Clarity, Execution & Data Alignment
Develop and execute a clear, data‑informed strategic plan aligned with community needs.
Align funding decisions with strategic priorities and measurable outcomes.
Utilize local data to guide investments across the continuum of care.
Balance long‑term vision with execution and accountability.
Empower internal teams through clear delegation and performance expectations.
Ensure Financial Stewardship & Funding Strategy
Manage and optimize levy, state, and federal funding streams.
Navigate funding uncertainty while maintaining service continuity.
Ensure equitable and transparent allocation of resources.
Support education and advocacy related to the Human Services Levy.
Modernize Infrastructure & Data; Augment Reporting
Strengthen systems for tracking outcomes, performance, and community impact.
Improve data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities.
Ensure compliance with evolving state and federal requirements.
Leverage data to inform decisions and demonstrate return on investment.
Augment the depth and cadence of reporting outward.
Strengthen Governance, Culture & Organizational Effectiveness
Improve alignment between board, leadership, and staff.
Address cultural and governance challenges impacting trust and effectiveness.
Clarify roles, responsibilities, and decision‑making processes.
Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and collaboration.
Support staff development, empowerment, and retention.
Desired Attributes
Transparent and trust‑building
Clear, consistent communicator
Strong relationship builder
Collaborative and inclusive
Strategic and systems‑level thinker
Politically and organizationally aware
Financial and operational acumen
Adaptable and agile
Demonstrates integrity and professionalism
Comfortable managing complexity & ambiguity
Effective advocate and compelling storyteller
Desired Skills & Experience
Behavioral Health & Human Services Expertise: Deep understanding of mental health and substance use systems across the full continuum of care, including experience working with provider networks and across related systems.
Government & Public Sector Acumen: Experience navigating government structures, regulatory environments, and public funding streams (e.g., Medicaid, state and levy funding); Ohio experience preferred.
Executive Leadership Experience: Experience as a senior leader in a complex organization, with a track record of leading through change, building high‑performing teams, and making high‑impact decisions.
Financial & Operational Leadership: Strong financial management skills, with experience aligning constrained resources to strategic priorities and ensuring effective execution.
Strategic & Systems Thinking: Ability to think at a systems level, develop and execute data‑informed strategies, and align stakeholders, operations, and outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy: Skilled in engaging diverse stakeholders, serving as a public‑facing leader, and communicating effectively in politically complex environments.
Data & Performance Orientation: Experience using data to drive decision‑making, measure outcomes, and support continuous improvement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Montgomery County ADAMHS Board is an equal opportunity employer. The position is open to qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
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Worksite address
dayton, OH, 45444, US
Who can apply
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