Vice President, Operations

Homepage| Jewish Federation of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH
Onsite

About The Position

Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati is seeking a Vice President, Operations to oversee the day-to-day operations of the agency. This role is responsible for ensuring high standards of operations align with the JFS mission, values, and strategic directions. The VP, Operations will manage organizational systems, security, facilities, IT, staff development, and volunteer programs for an $11 million human services agency serving over 3,400 people annually.

Requirements

  • Minimum, Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
  • Minimum of ten years of administrative, supervisory, and leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in social service administration, facilities management, vendor management, and oversight of strategic partnerships.
  • Experience with planning and facilitation of events and meetings.
  • Experience with staff oversight and supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability in program administration and budgeting.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and executive leadership.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

  • Manage JFS facilities, including the Headquarters and Barbash Family Vital Support Center to maintain secure, clean, professional and functional workspaces.
  • Serve as liaison with the providers of outsourced HR and Finance services in partnership with JFS’ CEO.
  • Serve as the liaison with community partners where they overlap with agency operations.
  • Partner with Jewish community security consultants to ensure safety protocols and facilities.
  • Serve as liaison with property managers and property owners.
  • Manage IT systems, strategy, cyber-security, and equipment in partnership with IT Vendor.
  • Partner with agency leaders and back-office support providers to proactively improve systems and address issues.
  • Steward the operational budget and oversight of agency financials in partnership with CEO and CSO.
  • Oversee employee engagement and development, including implementing engagement surveys and other talent management initiatives.
  • Lead agency monthly staff meetings and all-staff gatherings including annual staff retreat and holiday party.
  • Lead onboarding procedures for new employees to ensure they have necessary equipment and work spaces.
  • Monitor agency contracts related to operations.
  • Supervise Operations Director whose work encompasses managing the day-to-day facilities functionality; oversight of building security protocols; coordinating facility equipment vendors; and providing oversight for agency-wide volunteer programs.
  • Supervise Operations Specialist who assists with daily operations, onboarding, IT management, and supporting all-staff gatherings.
  • Lead agency projects as assigned.
  • Participate in Leadership Team meetings to collaborate with agency leadership.
  • Participate in Board of Directors meetings as needed.
  • Keep current on community needs and partner on community wide initiatives that align with JFS’ strategic directions.
  • Network with professionals through conferences, webinars, and collaborative phone calls.

Benefits

  • Paid Holiday: 7 National holidays and up to 13 Jewish holidays every year
  • Professional development including Free CEUs and Free Group Supervision (2 hours per week for LSWs working toward LISW, maximum of 6 supervises in the group)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free onsite parking
  • Health, Dental, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
  • 401K, Flex Spending Account, Health Savings Account
  • Generous Vacation and Sick time
  • Discount on individual membership at the Mayerson JCC, the J Cafe, and preschool
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