Chief Operating Officer
Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Cincinnati
Exec leader driving operational excellence and accountability across Habitat for Humanity.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Cincinnati, OH
Hybrid
Company Size
50 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Affordable Homeownership
Veteran Repair
Home Repair
Accessibility Modifications
Community Projects
Aging in Place
Construction Training
Advocacy
Role
What you would be doing
strategic planning
risk management
program metrics
board reporting
partnership development
funding models
- Provide strategic leadership and accountability for the following areas:
- Champion organizational culture, collaboration, and professional development across teams.
- Anticipate and proactively address risks, challenges, and opportunities in the housing and nonprofit landscape.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and implementing solutions to enhance program impact.
- Build strategic partnerships to advance affordable housing and workforce development, articulating HFHGC’s vision to donors, community leaders, and stakeholders.
- Drive cross-departmental alignment between operations, finance, development, and real estate, resolving conflicts and fostering unified execution.
- Lead annual and multi-year planning for construction, repairs, and homebuyer services, ensuring goals are measurable and tied to financial and fundraising priorities.
- Serve as a key liaison to the Board of Directors, providing clear, data-driven updates on operational performance and mission impact.
- Partner with the CEO and Leadership Team to shape and execute HFHGC’s strategy, translating vision into clear, actionable plans that align all departments.
- Identify and lead opportunities for innovation, scale, and operational sustainability.
- Clarify roles and responsibilities across operational teams to ensure alignment and effective execution, preparing the organization for a structured accountability framework.
- Manage and coach senior program leaders, building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and mission-driven excellence.
- Establish clear performance metrics to track program outcomes, ensure compliance with donor and funding requirements, and achieve board-approved production targets.
- Collaborate with development and finance teams to design funding models that support long-term growth.
What you bring
public speaking
leadership
10+ years
financial acumen
eos
bachelor's degree
- Comfortable with public speaking and external representation.
- Proven success leading senior teams and managing through others with a focus on accountability and results.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in mission-driven operations.
- Strong financial and operational acumen with ability to integrate program performance with budgets and fundraising.
- Familiarity and experience with EOS, and acting as an Integrator is desired.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills, including experience working with boards, donors, and community partners.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically while managing complex operations.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, public administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- New and rehab home construction
- Workforce development and skills training initiatives
- Critical home repairs
- Homebuyer services (including application and education processes)
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Company
Overview
Founded 1986
Year Established
The organization was formed through the merger of local Habitat affiliates and has been providing affordable housing ever since.
680 Homes
Total Built
Over 680 homes have been constructed across a nine-county area in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.
200–300 Hours
Mandatory Sweat Equity
Homebuyer families contribute between 200–300 hours to their home construction as part of their homeownership journey.
$7.5M Gift
Major Donation
A record $7.5 million unrestricted gift supported their five-year expansion plan to serve more families.
- Operates five Habitat ReStore thrift outlets, whose resale proceeds fund about a third of the work while diverting reusable materials from landfills.
- Programs include Affordable Homeownership, Critical Home Repair, and Construction Training to support local construction workforce development.
- Families also attend financial education classes, such as Financial Peace University, preparing them for long-term stability.
- We build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.
- We believe in a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
- We work together as a team, respecting each other’s diverse perspectives.
- We value innovation and creativity in finding solutions to affordable housing.
- We empower families and individuals through homeownership and community involvement.
2030
Net-Zero Energy Goal
The company is striving for net-zero energy homes, aiming to significantly reduce environmental impact.
- Committed to building energy-efficient homes to reduce long-term utility costs.
- Homes are constructed to meet or exceed ENERGY STAR certification standards.
- Green building practices are integrated into construction projects.
- Recycle and repurpose materials, reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
- We strive to create a culture of belonging where all are welcome.
- Committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
- Promoting gender equity by encouraging female leadership and participation in construction.
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