Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Salary: $120,000.00-140,000.00

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

● 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience, including senior operations or finance roles; nonprofit experience strongly preferred.

● 4 years of experience supporting people with disabilities.

● Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit financial management, budgeting, and compliance (grant/government contract experience a plus).

● Strong people-management and team-building skills.

● Bachelor's degree required; MBA or related advanced degree a plus.

● Familiarity with Maine's nonprofit, philanthropic, or regulatory landscape is a plus.

● Deep commitment to OHI's mission and values.

● Valid Maine driver’s license and reliable transportation.

● Ability to lift 50 lbs. and implement physical interventions when required

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

● Partner with the CEO to shape and implement organizational strategy and annual operating plans.

● Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, providing sound judgment on major decisions.

● Act as an internal “second in command,” stepping in for the CEO as needed.

Finance & Compliance

● Participate in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and resource allocation.

● Ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations, grant requirements, and licensing requirements.

● Steward internal controls, audits, insurance, and financial risk management.

● Work with funding sources to address and reduce fiscal deficits

● Maintain knowledge of funding regulations, contracts, and budgetary agreements

People & Culture

● Participate in HR strategy: recruiting, compensation, performance management, and staff development.

● Build and sustain a values-driven, accountable, and collaborative organizational culture.

● Coach and develop a team of directors/managers across operational functions.

● Supervise Division Leaders and the Executive Assistant

● Foster a team-oriented, mission-driven culture

Systems & Operations

● Own technology, systems, and facilities strategy to support organizational effectiveness.

● Improve internal processes for efficiency, accountability, and scalability.

● Manage vendor, contract, and grant administration.

● Oversee day-to-day agency operations and keep the CEO informed of key issues

● Attend monthly Board of Directors meetings as needed; act as CEO in their absence

● Ensure compliance with all licensing, accreditation, fire/life safety, and regulatory requirements

Governance

● Support Board reporting and fiduciary processes alongside the CEO.

● Ensure organizational adherence to all applicable laws, policies, and funder requirements.

● Stay current on state and national policy trends in developmental disabilities and mental health

● Review and comment on proposed regulations affecting OHI and the people it serves

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Recruitment Manager.

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