Chief Operations Officer

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

ACTION-Housing is looking for a dynamic collaborative experienced leader to join our team as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). Under the direction of the CEO the COO is responsible for overseeing ACTION-Housings operations building our capacity to continue to expand and deepen our impact. The COO will be a senior leader who can build and refine systems oversee strategic initiatives and manage people to thrive while maintaining a focus on providing high-quality affordable housing solutions to communities in need.

Please note a Cover Letter is required with your application.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Team Leadership

Serve as a senior leader in the organization collaborating closely with the Executive Team Members and Board of Directors.
Lead mentor and develop department leaders to drive high performance and professional growth.
Provide advice coaching and direction on strategic matters.
Establish and maintain in coordination with the CEO executive level contacts with government agencies major businesses and funding partners.
Prepare and present reports to the CEO and Board of Directors as needed.

Organizational Capacity Building

Develop and implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Approach changes with a system-oriented perspective to improve policies and procedures.
Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and meet agency goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations projects and systems.
Evaluate the results of programs and strategic initiatives. Develop metrics and dashboards. Work with departmental leadership to improve results.
Ensure appropriate use of technology within the agency. Develop and implement strategies to ensure that technology best supports the work of the organization.
Oversee ACTION-Housings corporate facilities including our main office and satellite offices.

Operational Leadership

Develop and implement operational strategies to support the agencys mission and ensure long-term sustainability.
Work with department leaders to set performance goals and timelines and monitor review progress and/or directly assist in meeting those goals as needed.
Empower and develop staff to ensure that they identify and utilize the resources needed to function efficiently; foster growth and build operational capacity.
Work with the leadership team and program directors to provide financial oversight develop annual operating budgets and long-range financial forecasting manage revenues and expenses and allocate resources.
Review and approve all program related contracts for appropriateness of scope fiscal impact and timelines.
Ensure compliance with funding requirements for assigned departments.
Oversee technology systems currently utilized and lead implementation of new systems and features.
Act as the organizational liaison for IT vendors.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the affordable housing industry.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in business administration public policy urban planning nonprofit management or a related field. A Masters degree is preferred.
A minimum of 7-10 years of senior management experience in the non-profit affordable housing for-profit or community development sector with a proven track record of managing operations and leading cross-functional teams.
Strong experience in affordable housing project management service delivery and/or property management.
Familiarity with government regulations funding models and compliance requirements related to affordable housing.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

Expertise in operational management including budgeting financial oversight and process optimization.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders including community members government officials and private sector partners.
Ability to influence inspire and introduce new systems and processes to be accepted and adopted.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including oral presentations.
Strong understanding of risk management and compliance requirements for non-profit housing organizations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Personable and comfortable interacting in diverse environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

General Office Environment.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

EEO CLAUSE

ACTION-Housing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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JOB SUMMARYACTION-Housing is looking for a dynamic collaborative experienced leader to join our team as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). Under the direction of the CEO the COO is responsible for overseeing ACTION-Housings operations building our capacity to continue to expand and deepen our impact...