Chief Operating Officer

JCC Association of America•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

21d•$150,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The Mandel JCC seeks a Chief Operating Officer (COO) who is an exemplary leader, providing strategic vision and direction for the organization, while also managing all aspects of agency operations. The COO will partner with the President & CEO in leading the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches to reimagine agency-wide programming beyond the pandemic as the premier destination for Jewish life in Palm Beach, Florida. A forward thinking, energetic individual, the COO will promote a culture of innovation and inclusion and be a change agent to create ongoing excitement for the JCC and the community. The COO will be relentlessly optimistic in pursuit of the JCC's mission, while balancing aspirational goals with realistic expectations and accountability. They will lead with empathy, competence, and trust. Their sound judgment will permeate through all significant aspects of planning, decision making, and problem-solving. They will be a highly accomplished relationship builder, comfortable with all levels of constituencies from the most seasoned lay leaders to new young leadership, professional staff, general members, and those not yet engaged. The COO will develop a realistic annual operating budget in partnership with the CEO, Finance Committee and Board of Directors. Using financial statements to guide and oversee agency performance, the COO must remain flexible, making necessary changes to ensure financial stability. The COO will oversee all financial matters including annual and long-term budgeting, ongoing financial performance, and financial strategy. The COO will lead, coach, attract and retain a high-performance senior management team. The COO will create a positive culture of productivity, communication, collaboration, and accountability. The COO will foster an environment where staff feel they can take risks in aspiring toward excellence in all areas of programming and will challenge staff to continually improve their lines of business, while growing professionally. The COO will help staff to lead, and not just manage. The COO is responsible for day-to-day management of the JCC and will establish short and long-range goals that are strategic, programmatic, fiscally responsible, and align with the JCC's mission. They will be decisive in action, adaptable and accountable. Their knowledge and management skills in agency oversight, marketing and communications, and programming, as well as visibility and skilled responsiveness to our community members is essential. The COO will work in tandem with the President & CEO carrying out the Mandel JCC's vision, including key strategic post-pandemic opportunities which focus on the JCC's mission, actively engaging Jewish and secular community organizations, and existing collaborative programs and envision new ways to partner together. The COO must see the big picture and effectively manage current issues, while thinking about evolving business models to best serve the community in both the near and long-term.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor's degree with 8+ years of strategic leadership and management experience in JCCs, Jewish communal organizations, business, and/or non-profit sectors. An advanced degree is preferred.
Proven ability to build strong and lasting partnerships with Jewish, corporate, government, and other organizations, and engage key stakeholders and audiences.
Ability to develop and drive both short- and long-term strategies for the organization, which are fiscally responsible and align with the JCC's mission.
Excellence in organizational management with the ability to move the agency toward continuous improvement.
Proven experience in developing a high-performance team which meets and exceeds planned outcomes.
Knowledge and understanding of Jewish culture, practices, and tradition.
Experience with "best in class" JCC programming, for those in preschool through senior adults.
Dynamic, empathetic, and inspirational leadership skills to serve as the internal and public face of the organization.
Appreciation and commitment to diversity; works easily with people of all backgrounds and ages.
Past success in working with a board of directors, committees, and volunteers, with the ability to enhance existing relationships and develop new ones.
Strong analytical skills and ability to understand financial data and make fiscally responsible decisions.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.