Executive Director (Habitat for Humanity of Rockland, Inc.)

Executive Director (Habitat for Humanity of Rockland, Inc.)

• Type:Other Jurisdictions
• Salary/Pay Rate:$50,000 /year
• Posted Date:04/11/2025 12:02 PM

Job Description:

Habitat for Humanity of Rockland County is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven Executive Director to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth and community impact. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with strong nonprofit management skills, a passion for affordable housing, and a commitment to serving others.

What You’ll Do:

Public Relations

• Serve as co-spokesperson for the organization alongside the Board President
• Promote the organization’s programs, activities, goals and accomplishments through various communication channels
• Develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and communications plan
• Maintain regular communication with community partners, including local organizations, nonprofits, foundations and civic groups
• Strengthen and expand relationships with housing and human services organizations
• Cultivate a strong, diverse, inclusive and highly engaged Board of Directors
• Provide timely, accurate information and support the Board and its committees
• Assist the President with meeting agenda development and participate in Board and committee meetings

Resource Development

• Lead fundraising alongside Board’s Fundraising Committee
• Research and apply for grants and funding opportunities
• Build a pipeline of land/property donations and in-kind materials
• Partner with the Treasurer and Finance Committee in developing the annual budgets
• Serve as liaison for annual financial audit
• Administration and Management
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop the long-range strategic plan
• Work closely with the Board President to align daily operations with organizational goals
• Submits weekly timesheets and maintain regular reporting to the Board
• Track and document Board members’ volunteer hours on a monthly/quarterly basis
• Set and execute financial and operational priorities in partnership with the Executive Committee
• Implement Board decisions and provide monthly progress updates
• Authorize expenditures in accordance with Board-approved guidelines
• Maintain official records and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Oversee all aspects of construction activities, ensuring projects are on time and within budget
• Develop and manage a comprehensive spreadsheet to track active projects, including key dates, deadlines and contacts
• Lead the Family Services Committee and coordinate family training and support sessions
• Serve as the primary liaison between Habitat for Humanity International and the local affiliate

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience, preferably in the nonprofit or housing sector
• Strong communication, fundraising, and organizational skills
• A heart for service, community building, and volunteer engagement
• Experience working with a Board of Directors and managing budgets

The work is performed under the general supervision of a Habitat for Humanity of Rockland Board of Directors

Minimum Qualifications:

Ex:

• Demonstrated leadership in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and fundraising skills
• Experience in event planning and community engagement
• Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative leadership style with experience working alongside volunteer boards
• Supervisory experience, including hiring, training and performance management
• Strategic thinker with a deep commitment to service, equity and inclusion
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (docs, Sheets, Drive) is a plus

Other Requirements and Information:

• Must be a resident of Rockland County
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check
• Flexibility to attend occasional evening and weekend events or meetings
• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:

• Salary: $50,000 annually, with the potential for increases tied to organizational revenue growth
• Schedule: 30-hour per week salaried position, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed
• Holidays: 11 paid federal holidays
• Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days annually
• Personal Days: 3 paid personal days per year, available after 90 days of employment
• Sick Leave: 5 paid sick days annually
• Work Environment: Hybrid schedule based out of our New City NY office

How to Apply:

Email resume to Habitat of Rockland Interim Executive Director, Monika Szepaniec at ed@habitatrockland.org

Position open until filled.