Executive Director
Position Title: Executive Director
Reports To: Board of Directors
Annualized Salary Range: $45,000 – $50,000
FLSA Classification: Exempt (no overtime)
Position Status: Full-Time, Regular (40-hour work week)
Office Location: Gaylord, Otsego County, Michigan
Anticipated Travel: Approximately 25% for community meetings, projects, and professional development opportunities.
Organizational Summary:
Otsego-Antrim Habitat for Humanity (OAHFH) is a nonprofit faith-based housing organization serving Otsego and Antrim Counties, Michigan. Since 1993, OAHFH has helped families build or renovate affordable homes, promoting strength, stability, and self-reliance. OAHFH also operates ReStores in Gaylord and Mancelona to support its work. Through volunteers, community engagement, and sustainable practices, OAHFH works toward a vision where everyone has a safe, decent, affordable place to call home.
Job Description: The Executive director acts as the lead administrator, managing all aspects of the affiliate operations, including some construction. The Executive Director accepts the covenant of
Habitat for Humanity and is the leading advocate of the affiliate in regard to fulfilling the mission and vision statements.
Responsibilities:
General Administration
- Act as the chief administrator, managing all aspects of affiliate operations, including Construction and ReStore operations.
- Oversee the affiliate office, supervising and supporting staff and volunteers to perform their assigned duties effectively.
- Develop office procedures, guidelines, and performance standards.
- Foster a positive climate to attract, retain, and motivate staff and volunteers.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations and Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) policies.
Financial Management
- Develop and maintain sound financial practices for the affiliate.
- Collaborate with the finance committee to ensure timely financial activities.
- Maintain confidential employee and partner family records.
- Prepare and manage the annual budget, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.
- Address homeowner mortgage issues, including delinquencies and foreclosures.
- Lead fundraising efforts and grant applications to secure adequate resources for the organization.
- Develop and oversee the revenue goals of the ReStore.
Board and Committee Support
- Work with the Board President to cultivate a diverse and highly engaged Board of Directors.
- Assist the board in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making processes.
- Facilitate clarity between board-level decisions and staff responsibilities.
- Assist committee chairs and ensure effective communication among committees, staff, and volunteers.
- Monitor committee progress and provide operational support as needed.
Community Relations and Resource Development
- Act as the primary spokesperson for the affiliate.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community groups, media, volunteers, home sponsors, and partner families to advocate for affordable housing initiatives.
- Oversee the creation and distribution of newsletters, promotional materials, and other publications.
- Ensure the affiliate’s activities and goals are visible and well-communicated within the community.
General Qualifications
- Five-year’s experience in a not-for-profit, mission and vision-driven workspace is preferred.
- Minimum high school diploma; post-graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Commitment to social justice and housing issues.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to create and sustain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities.
- Knowledge and experience in human resources, non-profit boards, finances & budgets, fundraising, leadership, and consultancy.
- Proficient in Microsoft products: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Quickbooks, etc.
Understanding of and willingness to support and promote the mission and principles of Habitat for Humanity
Otsego-Antrim Habitat for Humanity is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.