Article X - Administrative Offices

Section 1. Executive Director

Serves, under contract, as the chief administrative officer, responsible to the CPESC Council for the effective conduct of the affairs of the CPESC, Inc. Recommends and participates in the formulation of the Councils mission, goals, objectives, and related policies. Within that framework plans, organizes, coordinates, controls, and directs the staff, programs, and activities of the Council. The Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the Council Executive Committee.

Section 2. Staffing

The Executive Director establishes the organizational structure for the headquarters office and the related staffing structure. Recommends to the Council Executive Committee the creation of any new staff positions. Hires staff to fill authorized positions and administers an effective personnel program which includes position descriptions, performance standards, performance appraisals, compensation system, professional development, and dismissal actions in keeping with appropriate legal or statutory requirements. Establishes administrative policies and procedures for headquarters functions.

Section 3. Duties and Responsibilities

The Executive Director will fulfill all duties and responsibilities as described in the written position description developed by the Council Executive Committee. Supervision and review of the Executive Director will be a function of the Executive Committee as stated in a signed contract of employment between the Council Executive Committee and the Executive director.

Section 4. Real Property and Equipment

The Executive Director will assume responsibility for all real property and equipment purchased, donated or otherwise acquired by the CPESC, Inc. Operation and maintenance of this property will be done in accordance with established methods and/or by manufacturer recommendations. Improvements, upgrades and disposal of property will be in accordance with approved procedures and/or policies of the CPESC, Inc.