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July 1, 2008

SD Board of Examiners (new contact information)

Deni Amundson, Executive Secretary

PO Box 6

Langford, SD 57454

Phone: 605-493-6504

Fax: 605-493-6504

Email: sdoptboard@venturecomm.net

August 21, 2007

SDOS Executive Director Position

The South Dakota Optometric Society (SDOS), one of 50 practice affiliates of the American Optometric Association, is seeking an Executive Director to begin employment on January 1, 2008.

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer reporting to a 10 member Board of Directors. The successful candidate will have strong project management and organizational skills, have proven experience and success in financial management and team leadership. The successful applicant must also have strong writing and presentation skills, and above average facility with computers and informational technology. This position requires strategic thinking, a high level of energy and enthusiasm for hard work and an entrepreneurial attitude.

Responsibilities will include but are not exclusive to: Management and administration of the Society, member relations, finance management, secretary for the society, treasurer for the political action committee, liaison between the Society and legislative representatives, industry, national and regional societies and members, and be responsible for coordinating education and training for the Society.

Experience as a senior manager in the non-profit sector would be beneficial. Applicants will be considered with any combination of experience and training that provides the requisite skills. The Society is an equal opportunity employer and provides a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefit package.

Applicants will find considerable information about the Society and the AOA via this website and also at www.aoa.org. Applicants should not contact the Society or AOA office for information as part of the applications process.

Applications are due by November 1, 2007. Late submissions will be considered if a suitable applicant pool is not identified by the deadline. Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references documenting the extent to which the candidate has the desired education, experience, knowledge, and skills. The materials should be mailed to:

Angela Hase, OD

South Dakota Optometric Society

1715 6th Ave. SE

Aberdeen, SD 57401



Home News Children's Vision Find an Optometrist Links Meetings Contact Members	News Recent News and Updates July 1, 2008 SD Board of Examiners (new contact information) Deni Amundson, Executive Secretary PO Box 6 Langford, SD 57454 Phone: 605-493-6504 Fax: 605-493-6504 Email: sdoptboard@venturecomm.net August 21, 2007 SDOS Executive Director Position The South Dakota Optometric Society (SDOS), one of 50 practice affiliates of the American Optometric Association, is seeking an Executive Director to begin employment on January 1, 2008. The Executive Director is the chief executive officer reporting to a 10 member Board of Directors. The successful candidate will have strong project management and organizational skills, have proven experience and success in financial management and team leadership. The successful applicant must also have strong writing and presentation skills, and above average facility with computers and informational technology. This position requires strategic thinking, a high level of energy and enthusiasm for hard work and an entrepreneurial attitude. Responsibilities will include but are not exclusive to: Management and administration of the Society, member relations, finance management, secretary for the society, treasurer for the political action committee, liaison between the Society and legislative representatives, industry, national and regional societies and members, and be responsible for coordinating education and training for the Society. Experience as a senior manager in the non-profit sector would be beneficial. Applicants will be considered with any combination of experience and training that provides the requisite skills. The Society is an equal opportunity employer and provides a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefit package. Applicants will find considerable information about the Society and the AOA via this website and also at www.aoa.org. Applicants should not contact the Society or AOA office for information as part of the applications process. Applications are due by November 1, 2007. Late submissions will be considered if a suitable applicant pool is not identified by the deadline. Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references documenting the extent to which the candidate has the desired education, experience, knowledge, and skills. The materials should be mailed to: Angela Hase, OD South Dakota Optometric Society 1715 6th Ave. SE Aberdeen, SD 57401