MO Slope Areawide United Way - Operations Director
About The Position
Our client, Missouri Slope Areawide United Way, a trusted nonprofit and staple in the Bismarck/Mandan region, is seeking an experienced and purpose-driven Operations Director to join its leadership team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role ensures smooth, efficient, and compliant operations across the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about strengthening your local community, this opportunity offers a meaningful way to make an impact. Responsibilities The Operations Director leads core functions that keep the organization running effectively. This includes partnering with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit preparation, while maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The role manages administrative operations, facilities, and vendor relationships, and serves as the primary HR lead for onboarding, performance management, and organizational policies. Oversight of technology systems—such as CRM platforms and data management tools—is also part of the position, along with representing the Executive Director in meetings and contributing to strategic initiatives. Qualifications The ideal candidate brings a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with 3–5 years in operations leadership, preferably within a nonprofit setting. Strong organizational and financial oversight skills are essential, including experience managing budgets and internal controls. A solid background in HR administration, policy development, and performance management systems is required, as well as familiarity with compliance standards and accreditation processes. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills are critical, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with CRM or fundraising systems is a plus. Occasional travel may be required. EOE
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 3–5 years in operations leadership, preferably within a nonprofit setting
- Strong organizational and financial oversight skills
- Experience managing budgets and internal controls
- Solid background in HR administration, policy development, and performance management systems
- Familiarity with compliance standards and accreditation processes
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CRM or fundraising systems
Responsibilities
- Partnering with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit preparation
- Maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
- Managing administrative operations, facilities, and vendor relationships
- Serving as the primary HR lead for onboarding, performance management, and organizational policies
- Oversight of technology systems—such as CRM platforms and data management tools
- Representing the Executive Director in meetings
- Contributing to strategic initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
