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MI, St. Johns - Executive Director

Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need.

Habitat for Humanity has an Operational Headquarters in Americus, Georgia and an Administrative Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and is a global, non-profit ministry where our employees build futures and lives.

Job Description

Reports to: President of the board of directors

Description: Habitat for Humanity of Clinton County is a nonprofit Christian housing ministry with offices in St. Johns, Michigan. This position is responsible and accountable for the effective financial, operational and administrative management of the organization. The Executive Director provides overall leadership for HHCC in accordance with the policies and objectives of the board of directors to promote its overall vision, direction, health and growth.

General administration and responsibilities:

  • Principal organization leader who plans, develops and establishes policy and objectives of the organization in accordance with board directives and organizational mission.
  • Recommends appropriate board action and implements board policies needed to ensure that HHCC operates as a progressive Christian nonprofit organization.
  • Responsible for financial, operational, and administrative performance.
  • Develops resources, researches funding sources and writes proposals to a variety of organizations.
  • Supervises Habitat ReStore manager and affiliate staff.
  • Supports the activities of all board committees.
  • Oversees the activities of all affiliate operational committees.
  • Approves all operational and building expenditures.

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

  • Demonstrated effective project management skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities and strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work with the board to create and implement a long-term strategic plan.
  • Knowledge of fundraising principles and processes and the ability to develop working relationships with potential funding sources.
  • Knowledge of the house construction process, safety procedures and the use of equipment and materials.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Must pass criminal background check and sexual offender check.
  • Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Training and experience: Bachelor’s degree in public relations, business, marketing, nonprofit administration or related field or equivalent work experience.

Hours and compensation: This is a 40-hour per week salaried position that also requires additional evening and weekend work. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education. Habitat is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested persons should send resume with cover letter to hr@habitatclinton.org.