Executive Director of Operations
About the role
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Director to lead our organization. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity for the ideal candidate. The E.D. demonstrates exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a passion for economic and social justice. As the leader of staff and community teams, you will champion innovative initiatives, manage complex projects, and events.
Duties
- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organizational goals to enhance overall effectiveness and generate an annual action plan.
- Lead new growth opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding programs to better serve the community.
- Manage budgets meticulously, including forecasting, financial management, analysis, and organizational budget oversight.
- Drive operational excellence initiatives by establishing best practices, standard operating procedures, and continuous improvement programs.
- Lead change management initiatives to facilitate organizational transformation during periods of significant growth or restructuring.
- Supervise staff and community teams, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes accountability, innovation, and high performance.
- Oversee project management efforts ensuring timely delivery of initiatives that support organizational and community objectives.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders through verbal communication skills that articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Manage relationship and support with Board of Directors
- Qualifications
- Proven experience in executive-level team management with a strong background in operations management within a complex organization.
- Demonstrated success in leading operational excellence initiatives, process improvement projects, and large-scale organizational change management.
- Expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
- Strong leadership skills with supervising experience in managing diverse teams and fostering high-performance cultures.
- Excellent verbal communication skills tailored for executive-level interactions with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools to support operational analysis and data-driven decision making.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- A proactive leader committed to continuous improvement with a passion for driving organizational success through innovative solutions.Join us as we elevate our community programs to new heights! We are dedicated to empowering our leaders to make impactful decisions that propel our organization forward—creating a vibrant environment where justice thrives.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN (Hennepin County)
