Friends of the Children – Houston is seeking a passionate committed leader to use their expertise, vision, and operational skills as we establish and grow our new Houston Texas location. Our model is proven to break the cycle of generational poverty for children who face the most barriers by providing professional mentors to thousands of youths across the country. As our Operations Director, you will support human resources, finance, information technology, social media &marketing, and other enabling functions to ensure operations are established and are running optimally.

The ideal candidate will have a smart head for business, an entrepreneurial spirit, cultural understanding, and a soft heart for kids. They will be equally skilled at implementing efficient processes and intentionally developing collaborative relationships over time with trust, empathy, and healthy communication.

Are you this amazing professional? Here’s what we have to offer you:

• Opportunity to enhance the circle of resources available to Indigenous youth of various cultures and backgrounds in Houston .
• A committed Executive Director who will partner with you to establish and grow the organization.
• A strong, cohesive National team committed to innovation and high standards.
• A team of talented employees who are passionate about working together to create an extraordinary organization.
• Respect for work-life balance for yourself and others. You'll bring your full self to work and lead by example by integrating work and personal life with attention to self-care so that your work schedule is not depleting.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Salary range: $70k-$85k, depending on experience.
• Most of all, you get to help lead an exceptional organization that supports children facing incredible odds change their life story every day.

At Friends of the Children – Houston (“Friends – Houston”), you will get to think globally and act locally. We are a new chapter within a growing, established national network. As the Operations Director, you’ll receive expert support from our National team, which is headquartered in Portland, OR. You’ll also work with a talented team of leaders from the 29 other locations across the country, who collaborate to support the award-winning National scaling plan.

Are you ready to use your skills to make an impact in Houston Texas?

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Basic Function / Position Objective:

The Operations Director supports the day-to-day functions of our organization. The Operations Director is the first point of contact for people who call or visit and is responsible for supporting the Executive Director and leading the organization through a variety of administrative functions. They excel at working as part of a small team, and effectively manages multiple projects and tasks, and keeps them on track.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Human Resources functions like (but not limited to):

• Developing and implementing processes and procedures.
• Developing and maintaining work plans.
• Recruitment management and posting jobs.
• Leading the benefits enrollment process, including researching and selecting employee benefits for Executive Director final approval.
• Being the resident expert on organizational policies and procedures.
• Performing all necessary background checks and maintaining confidential records.
• Supervising new employee onboarding.
• Coordinating regular training for staff. Promoting an accepting and transparent workplace.

Managing financials for the chapter (but not limited to):

• Review and process all expense reports for the team.
• Process payroll for the team.
• Preparing deposits, invoices, and accounts payable for the National finance team to process.
• Partner with the National finance team on accurate financial reporting notes.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on the strategic plan.

Supporting the Executive Director on projects like (but not limited to):

• Completing and maintaining official registrations and contracts.
• Coordinating with Friends National for meetings, compliance, and information sharing.
• Acts as the board liaison for Board of Directors logistics, including scheduling, preparation of materials, surveys, registrations, and other projects.
• Planning employee appreciation events.
• Other projects as assigned.

Ongoing organizational support:

• Maintaining an organizational calendar of events; managing executive schedules.
• Taking notes during meetings to track action items.
• Managing IT support with IT provider.
• Developing and maintaining office procedures.
• Active participation in staff meetings and events, as required.

Supporting the Development Team with projects like (but not limited to):

• Donation processing and updating donor records.
• Preparing mailings to donors.
• Special event registration and logistics.

Supporting the Program Team with projects like (but not limited to):

• Staff event logistics, including scheduling, reservations, registrations, and catering.
• Assistance with surveys and data collection.
• Assistance with the reimbursement process.

Maintaining facilities:

• Researching and selecting contractors as needed.
• Managing the relationship with the landlord about safety issues and space concerns.
• Providing the Executive Director with final options for projects.
• Communication with vendors, brokers, and contractors.
• Coordinating and overseeing facility expansions or updates.

Required Experience, Skills, Education, and Knowledge:

• A minimum of five years of operations experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiarity with databases and office functions.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal communication skills, and experience working with diverse constituencies, specifically tribal populations.
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Highly organized and dependable; ability to work independently and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to shifting demands and work situations, meet deadlines; maintain regular communication with supervisor regarding work plans, and proactively seek guidance regarding priorities and timelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgment, and follow procedures.
• Ability to travel locally and adapt schedule to meet the organization’s needs (i.e., some evenings and an occasional weekend).

Preferred Experience, Skills, Education, and Knowledge:

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations.
• Experience working with tribal communities.
• Basic knowledge of fundraising and events.
• Understanding of Indigenous culture.
• Database experience, donor databases preferred.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience working in a fast-paced start-up small business.

Offices will be located in Houston, Texas

Compensation: $70k-$85K (Compensation commensurate with experience and geographical location)

Friends ofthe Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to addressingdiscriminatory practices, and to working toward racial equity. The equalemployment opportunity policy of Friends of the Children provides fair andequal opportunities for all employees and job applicants regardless of race,color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy,sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, or geneticinformation, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.Friends of the Children hires and promotes individuals solely based on theirqualifications for the job to be filled.

Friends of the Children is growing rapidly as communities across the country are experiencing the power of how “One” changes a child's story: One Friend. One Child. 12+ years. No matter what. #ThePowerOfOne

To learn more about Friends of the Children go to: https://friendsofthechildren.org/