1. Establishing and carrying out organizational or departmental procedures, goals and policies
2. Directing and overseeing an organization’s budgetary and financial activities
3. Managing general activities associated with providing services.
4. Consulting with other board members, executives and staff about general operations
5. Negotiating and approving agreements and contracts
6. Appointing managers and department heads
7. Analyzing performance indicators, financial statements and sales reports
8. Identifying areas to cut costs while improving programs, performance and policies