Chief Executive Officer

The ideal candidate for the Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County CEO position will possess a unique blend of strong leadership, strategic planning, fundraising understanding, and community engagement skills. They must have a proven track record of leading within a growing organization, understand cultivating and managing multiple revenue streams, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, have a sophisticated approach to operational and staff management, and have an unwavering passion for Habitat’s mission.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement strategic plans that meet the organization’s goals and objectives.
2. Ability to align strategic decision-making with organizational goals, mission, vision, impact, and values/culture.
3. Provide visionary and strategic leadership to staff, volunteers, and the community.

Fundraising and Resource Development:

1. Drive the strategic vision for fund development, setting ambitious goals, inspiring and resourcing the team to achieve them.
2. Establish a resource development plan and associated fundraising efforts.
3. Drive key fundraising results by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospective donors and critical leaders of prospective new corporate partners.
4. Leverage personal and professional contacts and relationships for fundraising opportunities.
5. Cultivate trusting positive relationships with philanthropic foundations, corporations, individual donors, faith-based organizations, and city, county, federal, and state government to support the organization’s growth.

Financial Management:

1. Oversee the fiscal activities of the organization, including budgeting, reporting, and audit.
2. Ensure the organization operates within budget guidelines and maintains a positive financial position.
3. Provide oversight and establish appropriate accountability measures for revenue targets at ReStore.
4. Implement sound financial practices and controls.
5. Work with the Treasurer, Bookkeeper, Finance Committee, and Auditor to prepare annual audited financial statements, returns, and other reporting as necessary.

Board Management and Development:

1. Oversee the recruitment, development, and support of a strong and engaged Board of Directors to execute all Board policies and decisions.
2. Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board, providing all information necessary for the Board’s fiduciary and oversight responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
3. Collaborate with the Board of Directors and staff on governance, budgeting, and Board development.
4. Drive fundraising efforts in concert with the Board and corporate team.

Program Leadership & Development:

1. Ensure the program meets annual building goals, timelines, and budget.
2. Champion the growth of all programs and initiatives.
3. Hold chief administrative responsibility for public accountability of the affiliate and provide regular reporting to the board.

Community and Public Relations:

1. Serve as the chief spokesperson for the organization, promoting its mission and programs.
2. Build and sustain collaborative partnerships with other non-profits, homeowners, volunteers, stakeholders, partners, board members, and the community at large.
3. Enhance the organization’s public image to expand interest and support.
4. Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends within Dutchess County and the broader Habitat community and communicate it well so that our stakeholders keep focused on our mission.
5. Engage with homeowners, employees, volunteers, donors, and the community to improve services and generate community involvement.
6. Work with legislators, regulatory agencies, and local government officials to promote legislative and regulatory policies that promote affordable housing.

Leadership, Talent Development, and Management

1. Promote a high-performance, continuous improvement culture that values learning and a commitment to quality.
2. Enhance workplace culture through internal systems, creating a sustainable workplace culture and hiring, developing, and mentoring the staff responsible for all functions of the strategic priorities.
3. Develop performance and leadership through education, mentorship, and opportunities to stretch the capabilities of staff members.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

1. Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Work, or equivalent work experience. (MBA strongly preferred)
2. 7-10 years of nonprofit leadership, direct people management, highly effective at building relationships and influencing policy and people.
3. Demonstrated expertise in Fundraising and Resource Development, with a proven track record of securing significant funding, cultivating donor relationships, and strategically diversifying revenue streams.
4. Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring organizational sustainability and compliance.
5. Prior experience as a senior executive in a similar nonprofit organization of the same or greater size is preferred.
6. Passion for the Habitat model and strong alignment with its mission and vision.
7. Leadership experience in construction, nonprofit, fundraising, community development, financial management, or other related fields.
8. Knowledge of affordable housing, residential construction, financial strategies, real estate transactions, local development, and building requirements.
9. Has successfully built or significantly contributed to organizational capability, including organizational design, staff development, fundraising, community partnerships, financial management, and/or board relations.
10. Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task.
11. Ability to envision how technology could be leveraged to advance the goals of Habitat.
12. Organizational leadership or high-level management experience in the nonprofit sector and an ability to manage a large number of volunteers and staff.
13. A high degree of self-awareness, empathy, and authentic ease in working with diverse people in varying circumstances.
14. A management style that prizes inclusion and collaboration, develops individual and team strengths, and promotes community.
15. Experience in successfully developing and reliably executing long-range strategic plans.
16. A strong track record of building mutually beneficial relationships, partnerships, and/or coalitions with win-win outcomes.
17. Ability to travel within the county and state when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $100K - $180K , depending on the experience level and readiness to perform.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter and resume to the HFDC Board of Directors via the secure online application portal. Your resume should include all professional education and experience, dates of employment (month and year), position/title, and organization names. The cover letter should be addressed to the HFHDC Board of Directors. It should articulate relevant experience and fit with the position’s stated preferences.