Overview
Vice President Jobs in Utica-Rome Area at Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.
Title: Vice President
Company: Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.
Location: Utica-Rome Area
Company Description Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. (RCIL) is a national healthcare and human services leader working at the intersection of community care, social infrastructure, and disability equity. The organization focuses on self-determination, enabling people of all ages and abilities to direct their own care, avoid unnecessary institutionalization, and live independently in their homes and communities. RCIL operates one of the three largest Independent Living Center networks in the United States, with a flagship system in New York and a significant presence across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. With more than 1,400 employees serving 28 counties in Upstate New York, RCIL provides a full spectrum of supports, including education, competitive employment, housing, and expert consulting on barrier-free design, the ADA, and disability-related policy. RCIL promotes a view of disability as a human experience that contributes to individual uniqueness and community strength.
Role Description The Vice President is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in the Utica-Rome Area. This position oversees strategic planning and execution across key programs and operations, ensuring alignment with RCIL’s mission of advancing disability equity and independent living. The Vice President will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and performance targets, and establish structures that support high-quality service delivery and regulatory compliance. Day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with senior leadership on organizational priorities, monitoring operational effectiveness, developing policies and procedures, and cultivating partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. The role also involves mentoring managers, promoting inclusive practices, and representing RCIL in external forums to strengthen the organization’s visibility and impact.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including experience guiding diverse teams, overseeing complex operations, and driving organizational performance.
- Strategic planning and execution capabilities, with experience setting priorities, managing budgets, and aligning initiatives with mission and regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of healthcare, human services, and disability-related policy, including familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and community-based support systems.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, community partners, and public agencies.
- Experience promoting equity, inclusion, and person-centered practices, preferably within organizations serving people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.
- Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage change, navigate complex environments, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Relevant educational background such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in management, public administration, health or human services, social work, or a related field.
- Track record of compliance, risk management, and quality improvement in mission-driven or nonprofit
