What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER - OAHU - EWA BEACH position at Hale Kipa Inc?
Mission & About Us
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.
Role Overview
The Chief Operations Officer (COO) is a senior executive leader responsible for translating Hale Kipa’s mission, values and strategic vision into high-quality, sustainable, and culturally grounded operations. The COO partners with program operations, administration, and facilities, ensuring that all systems work together to provide quality services for youth, young adults, and ‘ohana. This role serves as the operational backbone of the organization, supporting program excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement while allowing the CEO to focus on strategy, partnerships, and external relations. It is essential that the COO effectively and regularly communicates with the CEO about any issues and concerns.
Qualifications
- Master's degree required in social work, public administration, business, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience in human services, non-profit management, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing multi-program operations, compliance and organizational operations.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and culturally grounded practice (experience in Hawaii or Indigenous contexts strongly preferred).
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage complexity, and build systems that support people.
- Excellent communication, judgement, and problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Access to a vehicle for work purposes
- A valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance and safety check
Location
- Honolulu County – Ewa Beach
Benefits
- Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Access to Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
An EEO Employer
Salary : $110,000 - $120,000