What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director position at Bethlehem Inn?
Executive Director – Be A Champion for Ending Homelessness in Central Oregon
Location: Bend, Oregon with a facility in Redmond, Oregon.
About Us: Bethlehem Inn is a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives together through shelter, help, and hope. Inn staff collaborates with local partners and the community to ensure our most vulnerable community members have access to safe, stable shelter, nutritious meals, and essential resources. By providing a clean, sober environment and personalized support, the organization helps individuals and families take meaningful steps toward stability and self-sufficiency.
Role Overview: As the Executive Director, you will lead BI’s strategic vision, foster partnerships, and drive impactful change in creative and resourceful ways to deliver the needed services in collaboration with a cross section of agencies, organizations and government. You’ll work closely with our dedicated Board of Directors, community stakeholders, and community partners to help end homelessness in Central Oregon.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute impact-driven strategies that align with Bethlehem Inn’s mission and long-term goals.
- Community Engagement: Foster strategic partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and healthcare providers to drive meaningful, lasting change.
- Financial Stewardship: Oversee budgeting, grant management, resource allocation to ensure long-term financial health and sustainability.
- Advocacy: Be a strong advocate of safety, dignity, equitable care, and systemic change to empower individuals and families toward self-sufficiency and long-term solutions to homelessness.
- Team & Culture Leadership: Inspire, support, and develop a dedicated team of professionals, fostering a mission-driven, collaborative, and empowering workplace. Qualifications: We recognize and honor that the qualifications required to excel in this position can come from a range of both professional and lived experiences. Below we describe what we believe to be important qualifications for a candidate to have while remaining open to the diversity of experiences that can lead to these skill sets.
- Experience: A minimum of 7 years in social services leadership, nonprofit management, or related fields. Preference for familiarity with Central Oregon network of services and governmental partnerships as it relates to homelessness.
- Visionary Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and guide teams toward impactful results.
- Strategic Thinker: Able to navigate complex social service systems and drive outcomes.
- Community-Centric: Passionate about improving outcomes for all residents.
- Collaborative: Skilled at building and maintaining partnerships.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit, business, administration or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Why Join BI? Make a Difference: Create lasting impact in the lives of individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Central Oregon.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with a professional team, who is passionate about the organization and dedicated community partners to drive meaningful change.
- Thriving Location: Enjoy the beauty of Central Oregon, with its stunning landscapes and vibrant outdoor lifestyle.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to board@bethleheminn.org.
See the full job description at www.bethleheminn.org/career-opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000