Director Of Operations

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest

$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in operations, facilities, or business management
  • Nonprofit experience preferred
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with professional judgment
  • Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Willingness to travel between locations as needed

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight of agency operations and improvement initiatives
  • Develop and implement efficient operational policies and procedures
  • Manage budgets, expenditures, and seek cost-saving opportunities
  • Oversee facility management including leases and maintenance
  • Manage fleet, insurance, and organizational assets
  • Ensure compliance with records management and operational risk protocols
  • Support business continuity and emergency preparedness strategies
  • Ensure operational needs are met across agency locations

Benefits

  • Active, on-the-go role combining office and field responsibilities
  • Engagement with a supportive team culture
  • Opportunities for professional development and operational improvement
Full Job Description
Position Overview

The Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's day-to-day operational functions. This role ensures facilities, fleet, vendors, office operations, records, and organizational systems are effectively managed to support agency goals and a safe, efficient work environment. The Director partners with senior leadership to improve processes, manage resources, mitigate operational risk, and support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight of agency-wide operations and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and systems that promote efficiency and accountability
  • Manage operational budgets, expenditures, and opportunities for cost savings
  • Oversee facilities, leases, maintenance, relocations, vendors, and property management relationships
  • Manage fleet, insurance, vehicle maintenance, equipment, and organizational assets
  • Oversee records management, contracts, document retention, and operational risk management
  • Support regulatory, contractual, insurance, and safety requirements
  • Lead business continuity and emergency preparedness efforts
  • Oversee office administration, supplies, equipment, and operational needs across agency locations
  • Partner with leadership and internal teams to identify needs, resolve operational challenges, and improve organizational effectiveness


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Three or more years of progressive experience in operations, facilities, administration, business management, or a related field
  • Nonprofit experience preferred
  • Strong organizational, project management, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong relationship-building skills and professional judgment
  • Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation required
  • Ability to travel between organization locations as needed


Work Environment:

  • Active, on-the-go role with a mix of office and field-based responsibilities
  • Regular interaction with staff, vendors, and property contacts
  • A team culture that values reliability, respect, and supporting one another's success

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