Deputy Executive Director - Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services - Your SmartSource

Organization Profile:

Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc., a non-profit housing development corporation, develops neighborhood partnerships between community stakeholders, residents, city government, local businesses and financial institutions, to address the specific housing needs and blighting influences affecting neighborhoods.  We provide housing to low/moderate income families, through our rental portfolio, running successful programs, acquiring and rehabilitating single family homes for affordable home ownership and providing low-income seniors with a living trust protecting their primary residence.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director will be a highly motivated leader and experienced in the non-profit sector (housing, social service) in supporting the Executive Director in expanding its funding network, managing and leading its programs, real estate transactions and development, while maintaining the organization’s operations, HR compliance and staff development. 

Duties / Responsibilities:

Fund Development/ Fund Management/ Organizational External  Relationships:

Provide support to the Executive Director is managing the organization’s funding relationship and expanding its funding opportunities;

Provide support to the Leadership and Funding team in creating and managing the organization’s budget;

Provide support to the Executive Director and organization in ensuring performance and reporting standards are met.

Operations:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's mission, programs and operations, to effectively contribute to strategic initiatives;

Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans, to achieve organizational goals and objectives;

Participate in the evaluation of program effectiveness, organizational performance and provide insight for continuous improvement;

Manage and lead the organization’s operations.

Program Oversight:

Provide supervision and guidance on the organization’s real estate transactions and development projects (infill small site); support Executive Director in managing and leading the Homeownership Program;

Collaborate with external partners, build relationships and ensure alignment with organizational goals and support in the funding efforts of the programs;

Foster collaboration and communication between various teams/departments, to enhance organizational cohesion and efficiency.

HR Compliance and Implementation:

Work with HR consultants to ensure compliance with all required laws and regulations for the organization;

In conjunction with the Executive Director, oversee time and attendance tracking systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies;

Monitor COVID and other health-related protocols, while keeping abreast of public health guidelines and ensuring a safe working environment;

Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations, conduct regular assessments and implement corrective measures, as needed;

Identify training needs and support development of proficiency in each role within the organization;

Provide coaching and mentorship to staff, while fostering professional growth and skill development.

Qualifications:

At least 5 years preferred of proven leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, ideally in affordable housing or community development;

At least 3 years preferred of proven experience in operations management, HR compliance, staff development, preferably in the nonprofit sector;

Demonstrated experience in cultivating teams, building internal/external relationships and partnerships relationships, with the ability to oversee programs and provide effective supervision thereof;

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products and industry-related software applications;

Astute oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

Exemplary time management, organizational, problem-solving, attention to detail, multi-tasking, decision-making, critical thinking and customer service skills;

Ability to work effective alone and within a collaborative team environment;

Project Management certification desirable.

Working Hours:

9:00AM – 6:00PM – Monday – Friday with flexibility

Compensation:

$98,000 - $120,000 base salary range DOE, for this full-time, exempt position.

Benefits:

40 hours of paid vacation time during 1^st year of employment, allotted an accrual basis, which begins after 90 days of employment; increasing to 80 hours in the 2^nd year; 120 hours in the 3^rd year and rising incrementally thereafter;

40 hours of annual paid sick time allotted in a lump sum annually;

14 paid public holidays;

Medical insurance paid 60% for employee through the Kaiser Silver HMO 1900 plan;

Dental / Vision paid 60% for employee;

$25K life insurance policy for employee;

403(b) retirement program with a 3% annual company match;

Higher education tuition reimbursement for full-time employees who have completed 3 – 5 years of employment up to $5K.

Location:

Richmond, CA –In office position but employee will be out of the office on company-related business quite often.

Disclaimer:

Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, physical, or mental disability, or sexual orientation.