When an Individual approaches a new job or when an employer is in the process of hiring a new employee, both make assumptions--much as one does when approaching a marriage.  Even if there are those haunting misgivings, as long as the majority of traits are positive...well...one can live with certain annoying habits.  In other words, "It'll all work out."

Well, maybe yes; maybe no.

Hiring a new employee is such a time comsuming, tedious and expensive process.  Therefore, making the right choice the first time around is certainly the optimal goal.  The following model helps you deal with unspoken needs and expectations on the parts of both the manager and the prospective employee.  This concept has been designed to help ensure a more harmonious, productive and lengthy tenure.  It is flexible and can be adapted for the hire of any positon. To that end:

The following points are stated for the purpose of clarifying expectations on the parts of the General Manager and the Development Director.  We agree to respect and honor the following basic elements which we each feel are fundamental in building and maintaining an effective Development Department and in forming a lasting and harmonious partnership between KXXX Management and the Development Department.

I (General Manager) expect that you, (Development Director):

• will be a self starter;
• will conduct him/herself in a professional manner and will at all times perform according to the code of ethics established by KXXX;
• will function as a team player, supporting the goals of the organization;
• will annually present a well thought out plan for marketing and development activities, along with a timeline and associated budget request for any necessary tools and resources required to implement those plans;
• will understand the constraints inherent within an institutional setting; and
• will operate accordingly with the required patience

I (Development Director) expect that you, (General Manager):

• will provide necessary support in the form of tools, resources and staff development required to reap the market potential;
• will be flexible and open to new ideas and new techniques in the interest of raising maximum income;
• will recognize my expertise within the development arena, understanding that requests are the result of careful thought, and will, therefore, respond to my requests in a timely manner;
• will set fundraising goals jointly with my input; and
• will allow adequate freedom and independence to perform within established parameters

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               General Manager

Date: __________________________
 

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           Development Director

Date: _________________________