Chief Executive Officer

About the position

Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity is a mission driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to building affordable housing and strengthening communities throughout Northwest Vermont. The CEO will lead a growing organization with 49 employees, three retail stores, an annual budget of $5.2 million and a strategic plan aimed at building 10 new homes each year.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership that guides and supports the organization's mission as defined by the Board of Directors
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives and drive organizational goals
• Oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring successful long-term organizational sustainability
• Build and administer the annual budget with the Board of Directors
• Direct resources and financial matters within established budget guidelines
• Organize, motivate, and mentor. Directly supervise the Leadership Team.
• Foster a collaborative culture that maintains focus on measurable results
• Establish clear performance metrics and accountability systems across all departments
• Serve as the organization's chief spokesperson
• Engage stakeholders including government officials, corporate executives, civic organizations, faith-based communities, and community groups
• Fundraising activities essential to organizational growth

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of senior management experience
• 4 year degree in related field
• Demonstrated ability to serve as an effective organizational spokesperson

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience as staff member or volunteer with Habitat for Humanity or similar nonprofit organization
• Knowledge and experience in affordable housing finance and development
• General knowledge of real estate development and residential construction
• Proven track record leading a multifaceted nonprofit organization
• Proven capability to motivate and engage diverse audiences
• Experience recruiting and working with volunteers
• Demonstrated aptitude for networking with other housing organizations
• Willingness to devote considerable time to fundraising. A track record is a plus, but knowledge of what is required and what will lead to success is a requirement.

Benefits

• Health Reimbursement Plan (up to $6,350 annually)
• Combined 200 hours of vacation and sick time
• Ten paid holidays
• 5% retirement matching (begins after one year of successful employment)