Executive Director
Job Description
Full job description
The Executive Director is the leading advocate in the community for Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming. The Executive Director is accountable for leading the organization, fundraising, management, and financial management of the organization in accordance with the policies, objectives, and directives of the Board of Directors. The Executive Director promotes the overall vision, health, and growth of Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming, and leads the organization in fulfilling its mission. The Executive Director is a nonvoting, ex-officio member of the Board of Directors and reports to the Chair of the Board of Directors.
This position is based in Casper, Wyoming, and requires consistent onsite presence and engagement with the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leading the Organization
LOCATION, WORK HOURS, AND TRAVEL
Physical and Mental Demands
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is based in Casper, Wyoming, and requires consistent onsite presence and engagement with the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leading the Organization
- Supervise the staff responsible for all organization functions, including construction, volunteer management, program services, mortgage origination and servicing, property selection, community relations, marketing, and administration.
- Lead the development of programmatic, organizational, and financial strategic plans with the Board of Directors and staff.
- Support the Board of Directors in making fundamental decisions and refining organizational policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all governmental and non-governmental agencies necessary for the organization to successfully conduct its programs.
- Ensure that all required official records and documents are maintained in compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational regulations.
- Maintain knowledge of significant developments and trends within Natrona County, Wyoming, and the broader Habitat for Humanity network.
- Evaluate potential properties and execute their purchasing with the support of the staff, the Board of Directors, and the Real Estate Development Committee.
- Responsible for the implementation of an annual resource development plan.
- Responsible for designing and executing the organization’s annual fundraising campaigns, including general event planning, collateral design, donor outreach, and donor stewardship at all giving levels.
- Responsible for the submission of all grant applications and associated reporting.
- Leads organizational efforts to pursue in-kind donation opportunities at the local and national levels.
- Maintain an environment that attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse staff of professionals Develop position descriptions, conduct regular performance evaluations, and implement sound human resources practices.
- Encourage and facilitate professional development opportunities for staff.
- Financial Management
- Develop and maintain sound financial practices.
- Prepare an annual budget with the assistance of staff, a contractor, the Finance Committee, and the Board of Directors.
- Manage the organization for mission fulfillment within budgetary guidelines.
LOCATION, WORK HOURS, AND TRAVEL
- Typical work hours are 8-5, Monday through Friday, with variations according to organizational needs. Flexible scheduling and occasional remote work are permitted. Some evening and weekend work is required.
Physical and Mental Demands
- This position requires the ability to work in an office as well as with staff and volunteers on undeveloped property and construction sites, including:
- Traveling to various parts of the City of Casper and Natrona County on short notice. Casper has limited public transportation options.
- Navigating undeveloped property and construction sites. This may include stairs, ladders, and crossing uneven terrain.
- Occasional exposure to loud noise as well as temperature and weather extremes.
- Management, fundraising, and property development include inherent mental demands such as deadline pressure, prioritizing competing deadlines, working with clients or employees who are facing challenging situations, and being involved in multiple projects. Winter weather occasionally also presents challenges that require changes of plans.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- $65,000-80,000 annually, depending on experience.
- SIMPLE IRA with a match of up to 3% of the employee’s annual compensation
- 18 days/year Paid Time Off (in year 0-2, increases over the years with the organization)
- 15 paid holidays/year
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Application Process
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FOLLOW APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE.
Minimum Qualifications
- Three years of experience in a non-profit, ideally in a role requiring engagement with supporters (examples might include executive director, volunteer coordinator, development specialist, fundraising, membership, or other supporter-facing roles).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field related to some aspect of the work
- Experience as a non-profit employee or executive director
Application Process
- Apply at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZB8GZ3K
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FOLLOW APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE.
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