Chief Executive Officer

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Job Description

The Rancho La Quinta Master Association is looking for a motivated, high-energy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) capable of implementing a strong vision for the community’s continued excellence while working on site to provide exceptional services to all owners. He or she will be a visible, proactive, transparent team leader for the Association and Club, with a history of successfully partnering with a Board of Directors. The CEO will have proven ability to communicate with multiple audiences, as well as proven skills in relationship management, leadership development, team building, and club and community management.

Requirements

The CEO's duties and responsibilities include the following:

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

• Act as the professional representative of the Rancho La Quinta Master Association.
• Develop and facilitate the planning process with the Board.
• Develop organizational goals and objectives with the Board.
• Develop and administer operational policies and procedures as approved by the Board.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Association and Club.
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for data and information from Board members and committee chairs.
• Communicate to the staff the principles and ideals set forth in the Rancho La Quinta Mission Statement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and laws.
• Ensure program development that will provide exceptional member service, retention, and growth.
  
  

FINANCIAL

• Financial management, accounting, and expense management skills are a must. Previous Controller or CPA
  
  

designation highly desired.

• Ability to implement the merging of departmental accounting systems into a cohesive report.
• Develop, recommend, and manage the annual budget as approved by the Board.
• Approve expenditures consistent with approved budgets and expenditure parameters.
• Prepare and submit capital funding proposals, as appropriate.
• Manage assets effectively.
• Adhere to established investment policies.
• Ensure the timely payment of all debts and the fulfillment of other obligations of the Association and Club.
• Prepare and provide financial statements and other financial information to the Board on a timely basis.
• Commission an annual external audit prepared by certified audit professional.
• Ensure all tax returns are accurately prepared and filed and all taxes are paid in a timely manner.
  
  

PERSONNEL

• Collaborate with the Director of HR and Administration to administer Board-approved personnel policies.
• Ensure proper and legal hiring and termination practices.
• Supervise and evaluate all staff performance.
• Develop and manage compensation plans as approved by the Board.
• Maintain and provide the employee manual to all employees, updating as necessary.
• Develop, implement, and manage a performance management system that emphasizes pay for performance.
• Provide periodic reports to the Board on the staff, covering such matters as staffing levels and turnover,
  
  

evaluation procedures, and management of incentive pay.

• Ability to attract, build, train, mentor, lead, and retain hospitality talent.
  
  

Skills

• Ability to motivate and inspire staff.
• Ability to establish trust through transparency and candor with Board and committee chairs.
• Ability to create an environment of professionalism, respect, timeliness, and accountability among the team.
• Critical thinker and problem solver.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative decision-making, relationship building, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A visionary that can lead the strategic planning of the community.
• Food and Beverage management expertise.
  
  

Ceo Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters degree, preferably in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or Hospitality
  
  

Management

• Significant experience as a Community Association Manager of high-end residential homes
• CMCA certification by Community Association Managers preferred
• Previous experience in project management and facilities renovation projects
• Experience in management of the bundled club model, 5 years minimum highly preferred
• Recreation management skills to include golf, racquet sports, fitness, and pool operations
  
  

Salary Range: $275,000 - $300,000

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.