Chief Operating Officer

Alper JCC Miami | Miami, FL, United States

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Posted Date 3/07/2025
Description
The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center is a dynamic and vibrant hub that fosters a strong sense of community, cultural engagement, and personal growth. We offer diverse programming, including fitness, youth enrichment, athletics, special needs services, and top-tier facilities, all aimed at enriching lives and strengthening connections.

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Chief Operating Officer to serve as a key leader in our organization, driving operational excellence and organizational growth. This C-suite leadership role reports directly to the CEO and will oversee multiple high-impact departments to ensure efficiency, innovation, and continued success.

Position Overview:

The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the oversight and strategic leadership of the following departments:

  • Membership
  • Fitness
  • Youth Programming (including Camp, After-School, Preschool, and Special Needs Programs)
  • Athletics
  • Facilities Management (including Capital Projects and Security)
The ideal candidate is an experienced, mission-driven leader with a strong background in operations, staff management, strategic planning, and financial oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Growth:
  • Collaborate with the CEO and C-Suite team to develop and implement operational strategies that enhance agency growth.
  • Lead the development and execution of business plans, protocols, and performance goals for supervised departments.
  • Work closely with the CEO, Senior Development Director, and Board Members to create a culture of giving and donor engagement.
Operational & Financial Management:
  • Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and exceptional service.
  • Collaborate with the CFO and department directors to prepare and manage departmental budgets, ensuring financial health and sustainability.
  • Track and analyze key performance metrics, preparing regular reports for the CEO, CFO, Board of Directors, and partner organizations.
Staff Leadership & Development:
  • Directly supervise department heads, conducting regular meetings, performance evaluations, and goal-setting initiatives.
  • Partner with HR on staffing matters, including hiring, training, and corrective action plans.
  • Provide professional development opportunities to ensure a high-performing and engaged leadership team.
Community & Agency Engagement:
  • Serve as an ambassador for the JCC, representing the organization at community events, networking functions, and agency initiatives.
  • Lead committees, task forces, and lay-driven initiatives, fostering collaboration between staff, members, and stakeholders.
  • Maintain proactive, effective communication across all departments through digital, written, and in-person channels.
Facilities & Security Oversight:
  • Work closely with the CEO and CFO to manage capital projects and facility upgrades.
  • Ensure the safety and security of all JCC members, staff, and visitors by implementing and enforcing best practices.
  • Respond to emergency situations as needed, providing leadership and crisis management.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 3-5+ years of leadership experience in a JCC or comparable organization.
  • Strong background in operations management, staff supervision, and program development.
  • Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, drive revenue, and optimize efficiency.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and lead in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
  • Passion for community-building and mission-driven leadership.
 
Join us in shaping the future of the Dave and Mary Alper JCC!
Salary115.00 - 130.00 Annual
Duration
Full Time
Categories
Chief Operating Officer
Organization Type
Community Centers
Job Location
US
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