The assistant executive director assists the executive director with various duties within their organization. They oversee the overall operation to ensure that they run smoothly. They also ensure that employees adhere to the company's guidelines and standards to ensure safety, quality, and uniformity. A deputy executive director typically is involved in hiring and ensures that there is enough staff in different departments. They also ensure that employees receive the necessary training and that their training is current and efficient. In addition, if the staffing level needs to be reduced and an assistant director could also be charged with making the modifications.
The position demands an imaginative person, since the assistant executive director could be charged with coming up with innovative ways to increase quality and efficiency, as well as the steps required to put them into practice. The job may also require the development of marketing and sales initiatives as well as marketing strategies to advertise the company's products and services in addition. Assistant executive directors also must ensure that projects are cost-effective and stay within budget.
An undergraduate degree is typically the minimum prerequisite for this job. Experience is required in addition. Since it is an administrative position, experience in leadership is usually needed. Assistant executive directors typically are employed full-time in offices however, field work could be required to supervise the company's operations.