Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago · 2 months ago
Executive Director - Catholic Charities of Lake County
Waukegan, IL, 60085, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations to improve lives and nourish spirits. The Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Lake County is responsible for advancing the organization's mission, providing operational leadership, and cultivating relationships with community partners.
Association
Responsibilities
Drive performance excellence, client impact, and community partnership for Catholic Charities in Lake County, ensuring alignment with our organizational mission and priorities; as well as strong, collaborative relationships with local community-based peer organizations, government partners, and local priests and parishes
Act as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for Catholic Charities in Lake County. Build and sustain relationships with civic leaders, elected officials, faith communities, nonprofit partners, and coalitions to elevate the organization's visibility, influence, and collaborative reach. Actively engage with partners to identify emerging community needs and lead the development of innovative, responsive programs and ministries that enhance CCAC's mission effectiveness and relevance
Oversee operations for all community-based programs and facilities in Lake County, including our two community centers in Round Lake and Waukegan that contain all CCAC offices for the region. Ensure community centers are welcoming, safe, and aligned with Catholic Charities' core values
Collaborate with peer leaders overseeing program offerings that cross Cook and Lake counties to assure that CCAC speaks with one voice across Lake County and that all Lake County-based staff experience a cohesive and vibrant workplace culture. Foster an engaging and values-based workplace; support staff development, recognition, and retention through coaching and leadership
Collaborate and receive guidance from CCAC's Mission Support leaders whose staff will assist in managing finances, data and technology, human resources, facilities, and legal. Use data and performance metrics to enhance service delivery, ensure compliance, and inform decision-making, as well as manage budgets and ensure responsible stewardship of resources
Collaborate and receive guidance from CCAC's Outreach and Engagement leaders in fostering strong priest and parish relations and actively supporting our Institutional Advancement team in fundraising for and within Lake County
Perform other duties as assigned
Exhibit alignment with the team's clear goals that are mission-focused, grounded in Catholic Charities history, and tied to action
Contribute to a joy-filled culture built upon respect and inclusion, team pride, and community spirit
Collaborate effectively to support excellent process, accountability, and constructive conflict
Demonstrate a commitment to growth through learning, forgiveness, and reflection
Qualification
Required
Strong relationship management experience combined with strong organizational management experience
Strong communication and public speaking skills
Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders (civic leaders, faith communities, volunteers, donors, etc.)
Ability to collaborate and thrive in a matrixed reporting environment
Operational oversight and program optimization skills
Commitment to mission-driven and inclusive workplace culture
Familiarity with data-driven decision-making and performance metrics
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field
5+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in nonprofit human services, or community development
Background check
Preferred
Experience in leading multi-site or regional operations
Established relationships with Lake County human service and community networks
Knowledge of Lake County's regulatory and funding environment
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Public Administration (MPA), Business Administration (MBA), or related discipline
10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in nonprofit human services, or community development
Certification in nonprofit leadership or fundraising (e.g., CFRE -- Certified Fund-Raising Executive)
Any diocesan or Catholic Charities-specific leadership training or certification
Company
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Catholic Charities sees the face of God in those in need. By providing food, clothing, shelter and counseling
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.01MKey Investors
The Community Foundation for McHenry County
2021-08-21Grant· $0.01M
Leadership Team
Sally Blount
President and Chief Executive Officer
Ami Novoryta
Chief Program Officer
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