Our Just Future · 20 hours ago
Chief Operating Officer
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$134K/yr - $162K/yr
3+ years expOur Just Future is a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty. The Chief Operating Officer will oversee and integrate core internal functions, ensuring strong, efficient, and mission-aligned operations while supporting the Executive Director in strategic planning and organizational sustainability.
Non ProfitReal EstateSocial
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the Executive Director in advancing OJF's mission and long-term vision
Lead the development and execution of internal operational strategy aligned with OJF's Strategic and Action Plans
Translate strategic priorities into operational systems, budgets, staffing structures, and performance measures
Support organizational change management and guide the agency through growth and system transformation
Directly supervise senior leaders responsible for finance, IT, HR, facilities/offices, and related internal functions
Ensure strong performance management, communication, accountability, and professional growth across internal teams
Provide regular reporting to the Executive Director and participate in leadership and Board engagement as appropriate
Provide executive oversight of organizational finance, budgeting, and fiscal compliance in coordination with the Chief Financial Officer and Finance Team
Lead sustainable budgeting practices, including multi-year projections and scenario planning
Oversee contract management, fiscal reporting, audits, and funder compliance
Strengthen coordination between program operations and financial systems to support mission delivery and financial sustainability
Partner closely with finance staff and external partners on financial controls and risk management
Oversee human resources systems in coordination with the Human Resources Manager, including hiring, retention, performance management, compensation, compliance, and staff development
Promote a healthy, inclusive, and value-centered organizational culture that supports staff success and well-being
Ensure strong supervisory systems and professional development for managers and teams
Support leadership in navigating workforce change, growth, and complexity
Guide the development and continuous improvement of IT and business systems across the organization
Ensure technology and business systems support program effectiveness, data integrity, and staff efficiency
Oversee operational infrastructure and business process improvement
Oversee facilities and commercial property asset management, ensuring safe, functional, and mission-aligned workspaces in collaboration with the Office Manager
Support facilities planning tied to organizational growth, program delivery, and staff needs
Collaborate with fundraising and development leadership to ensure financial systems support resource development goals
Provide budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for grants, contracts, and fundraising initiatives
Align operational capacity with growth in contributed and earned revenue
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree preferred but not required
Significant leadership experience overseeing some or all of the following areas for 3 years or more: Finance and Nonprofit Accounting, Affordable Housing Finance, Facilities and Asset Management, Information Technology and Business Systems, Human Resources, Nonprofit Operations, Resource Development
Demonstrated experience building and strengthening organizational systems in growing or complex nonprofit environments
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage change, and support organizational growth
Experience with sustainable budgeting, multi-year financial planning, and funder compliance
Strong strategic thinking paired with practical project management competency and operational execution
High level of integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to equity and justice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The position requires strong attention to detail and collaboration with internal and external teams
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Preferred
Experience working in housing, homelessness, social services, or community development strongly preferred
A working understanding of Risk Management, Information Technology Management (not IT expertise), and Asset Management
A demonstrated understanding of racial equity and racial justice work and how to apply an equity lens in the development of policies, practices, and compensation plans
Benefits
Employer paid premiums for employee health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Flexible spending accounts for health and for dependent care.
Employer paid premiums for short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
Opportunity to contribute to a 401k retirement plan with a 2% employer match after three months of employment.
Generous paid time off, 13 paid holidays, a floating birthday holiday and the ability to maintain a great work/life balance.
A six-week paid sabbatical after every seven years of consecutive employment with Our Just Future.
Access to an employee assistance program.
Company
Our Just Future
Our Just Future is a non-profit organization that offers affordable housing, career support, utility assistance, and homeless services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tanja Lux, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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