Director of Operations

Date Posted	August 19, 2024
Industry	Newspapers, Television, Radio, Digital Media, Nonprofit
Specialty	Local News
Required Education	Bachelor's Degree
Telecommute?	Telecommute
Job Status	Full-time

Description:

Job Posting: Director of Operations and Finance

Status: Full-time exempt (no overtime), 90-day introductory period
Reports to: Executive Director
Location: Remote (USA)

Job Summary

Oversee JFP's operational, financial and administrative functions to support people, programs and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Administration and Systems Design (50%)

• Create systems to track organizational impact and lead the organization toward further growth and sustainability
• Manage organizational tools and resources
• Handle grant intake and disbursements
• Oversee internal program evaluation
• Maintain compliance tasks and manage consulting agreements

Financial Management (25%)

• Lead budgeting and advise on financial planning
• Support fundraising strategy and ensure budget coverage
• Manage daily financial practices and monitor financials
• Handle financial reporting, audits and tax filings
• Update financial policies and represent staff to the Board Finance Committee

People Operations and Leadership (25%)

• Collaborate on organizational vision and culture
• Attract, develop, and retain talent
• Design policies for recruitment, hiring, performance management, and employee support
• Manage payroll, benefits, and compliance paperwork
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Plan retreats with staff support

Skills and Qualifications

• 7-10 years in operations design, with non-profit accounting knowledge
• Experience in grant management (application, acquisition, disbursement, tracking, etc.)
• Experience in financial management tools and annual audit processes
• Experience in employee processes (recruitment, hiring, performance management)
• Strong prioritization, problem-solving and customer-service orientation

Teamwork Skills

• Uphold organizational values: data-informed, equitable, inclusive, people-centered and transparent
• Use digital tools for organization and communication
• Collaborate strategically and give/receive constructive feedback
• Celebrate wins, learn from experiences and iterate on work
• Ask for help when needed and demonstrate growth in the role
• Experience in Board management: relationship building, accountability, communication

Physical and Travel Requirements

• Stationary desk work 90% of the time
• Travel for staff retreats (1-2 times/year) and annual conferences/events (3 days/year)

About JFP

JFP’s mission is to increase the depth, diversity and sustainability of local news by building and stewarding connections between funders and news organizations. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Salary

·       $70,000-$85,000, commensurate with experience and performance

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, vision, and dental insurance; 50% for dependents
• Short-term/long-term disability, life, and worker’s compensation insurance
• 20 days of Paid Time Off per year
• 10 paid holidays in 2024: New Year’s Day, MLK Birthday, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, plus an open Floating Holiday
• Up to 12 weeks paid family/caregiver leave
• 401K with 3.5% employer match
• Flexible working hours and no-meeting Fridays
• Annual professional development budget
• Monthly work-from-home stipend
• Health insurance stipend for new hires until eligible for employer coverage
• Year-end bonus (dependent on surplus)

Equal Opportunity Employer: JFP welcomes diverse candidates to apply. We believe diversity enhances innovation and work quality.

To Apply

·       Email resume and cover letter expressing interest and ideas for the position to operations@jfp-local.org

·       Application window closes September 20, 2024