Executive Director

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.

bismarck, north dakota Posted 4/15/2026 Closes 6/15/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $150,000 per year Permanent Various Shifts Available Industry other (Office and Administrative Support Occupations) Reference number S_174668 Spherion Staffing has an awesome opportunity for an Executive Director role The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, strategic direction, and financial management of the organization. The Executive Director must possess strong leadership and communication skills and be able to effectively manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including state and local government officials, legislators, industry professionals, executive stakeholders and an Advisory Board. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executive leadership, public sector management, finance, and governmental financial statement analysis. The Executive Director will lead the organization's efforts in managing financing programs, securing financial resources through bond issuances, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while effectively advocating for affordable financing initiatives.

Salary:

$150k

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management:

• Manage the day-to-day operations, exercising full authority and responsibility as Executive Director
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Industrial Commission and Advisory Committee on company's activities ...
• Lead and mentor a team of 2 professionals, as well as work closely with managers and staff at Department of Environmental Quality
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including local and state government representatives and industry organizations
• Promote company's mission and programs through public speaking and media engagements
• Serve as a key public-facing representative, engaging in communication with governmental agencies, legislators, industry professionals, and the public

Financial Management & Strategy:

• Oversee revenue bond issuance, investments, and rebate calculations
• Ensure financial sustainability by developing and executing strategies to generate sufficient cash flows and revenues
• Work closely with bond counsel, financial advisor, and trustee to ensure successful financing programs

Program Administration & Development:

• Oversee administration of financing programs and ensure compliance with program regulations
• Design and implement new programs that align with the needs of North Dakota's political subdivisions
• Continuously assess the impact of company programs and coordinate with other entities to maximize resources Working hours:

Various Shifts Available Skills:

• Certified Public Accountant with experience auditing governmental entities
• Previous experience in leadership roles in public sector finance
• Master's degree in business or public administration, finance, or a related field

Education:

Bachelors Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field
• At least 5-7 years of management level experience, in a related field such as public accounting, finance or public administration
• A comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting /public finance and the bond issuance process
• Ability to manage financial transactions and relationships with rating agencies, underwriters, and legal counsel
• Knowledge of federal and state financing programs, including compliance and regulatory requirements Qualified candidates should email a resume to karenwitzel@spherion.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more key responsibilities Leadership & Management

• Manage the day-to-day operations, exercising full authority and responsibility as Executive Director-Provide regular updates and reports to the Industrial Commission and Advisory Committee on company's activities-Lead and mentor a team of 2 professionals, as well as work closely with managers and staff at Department of Environmental Quality-Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including local and state government representatives and industry organizations-Promote company's mission and programs through public speaking and media engagements-Serve as a key public-facing representative, engaging in communication with governmental agencies, legislators, industry professionals, and the publicFinancial Management & Strategy•Oversee revenue bond issuance, investments, and rebate calculations-Ensure financial sustainability by developing and executing strategies to generate sufficient cash flows and revenues-Work closely with bond counsel, financial advisor, and trustee to ensure successful financing programsProgram Administration & Development•Oversee administration of financing programs and ensure compliance with program regulations-Design and implement new programs that align with the needs of North Dakota's political subdivisions-Continuously assess the impact of company programs and coordinate with other entities to maximize resources experience 4-7 years skills•Certified Public Accountant with experience auditing governmental entities-Previous experience in leadership roles in public sector finance-Master's degree in business or public administration, finance, or a related field qualifications•Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field-At least 5-7 years of management level experience, in a related field such as public accounting, finance or public administration-A comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting /public finance and the bond issuance process-Ability to manage financial transactions and relationships with rating agencies, underwriters, and legal counsel-Knowledge of federal and state financing programs, including compliance and regulatory requirements education Bachelors share this job.

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