Executive Director for Lake County Habitat for Humanity

Position Title: Executive Director

Reports To: Board of Directors

Annualized Salary: Pay Range: $38,000 - $40,000*

FLSA Classification: Exempt (no overtime)

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular (40-hour work week)

Office Location: Baldwin, Lake County, Michigan

Anticipated Travel: Approximately 25% for community meetings, projects, and professional development opportunities.

Organizational Summary:

Lake County Habitat for Humanity (LCHFH) proudly serves the Lake County, Michigan, community as the state’s oldest Habitat affiliate, established in 1985. Guided by our mission to create safe, decent, and affordable housing for all, we collaborate with local residents and partners to build stronger, more vibrant communities. Our core values—integrity, accountability, and transparency—drive everything we do. We take pride in our dedicated team and uphold high standards to ensure our collective impact makes a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Description: The Executive Director provides overall managerial leadership to the affiliate in accordance with the directives, policies, and objectives set by the affiliate board of directors. The Executive Director works within the model of Habitat for Humanity and serves as the leading advocate for fulfilling the affiliate’s mission and vision. The Executive Director is a nonvoting, ex-officio member of the board of directors.

Responsibilities:

General Administration

· Act as the chief administrator, managing all aspects of affiliate operations, including Construction and ReStore operations.

· Oversee the affiliate office, supervising and supporting staff and volunteers to perform their assigned duties effectively.

· Develop office procedures, guidelines, and performance standards.

· Foster a positive climate to attract, retain, and motivate staff and volunteers.

· Ensure compliance with government regulations and Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) policies.

Financial Management

· Develop and maintain sound financial practices for the affiliate.

· Collaborate with the finance committee to ensure timely financial activities.

· Maintain confidential employee and partner family records.

· Prepare and manage the annual budget, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.

· Address homeowner mortgage issues, including delinquencies and foreclosures.

· Lead fundraising efforts and grant applications to secure adequate resources for the organization.

· Develop and oversee the revenue goals of the ReStore.

Board and Committee Support

· Work with the Board President to cultivate a diverse and highly engaged Board of Directors.

· Assist the board in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making processes.

· Facilitate clarity between board-level decisions and staff responsibilities.

· Assist committee chairs and ensure effective communication among committees, staff, and volunteers.

· Monitor committee progress and provide operational support as needed.

Community Relations and Resource Development

· Act as the primary spokesperson for the affiliate.

· Build and maintain partnerships with community groups, media, volunteers, home sponsors, and partner families to advocate for affordable housing initiatives.

· Oversee the creation and distribution of newsletters, promotional materials, and other publications.

· Ensure the affiliate’s activities and goals are visible and well-communicated within the community.

General Qualifications

· Five-year’s experience in a not-for-profit, mission and vision-driven workspace is preferred.

· Minimum high school diploma; post-graduate degree in related field preferred.

· Commitment to social justice and housing issues.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to create and sustain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities.

· Knowledge and experience in human resources, non-profit boards, finances & budgets, fundraising, leadership, and consultancy.

· Proficient in Microsoft products: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Quickbooks, etc. Understanding of and willingness to support and promote the mission and principles of Habitat for Humanity

Lake County Habitat for Humanity is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baldwin, MI 49304

Salary : $38,000 - $40,000