Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Inc
Chief Operating Officer (COO)- Hybrid
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Inc, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Job Summary:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA), the fastest-growing Big Brothers Big Sisters agency in the nation and one of Atlanta’s top workplaces in 2023, seeks an accomplished
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
to drive operational and programmatic excellence across Program Services and IT. Reporting directly to the CEO and as part of the
Executive Leadership Team , the COO will shape BBBSMA’s strategic direction, enhance program impact, and foster a culture that supports BBBSMA’s mission of empowering Atlanta’s youth.
This role offers the unique opportunity to directly influence BBBSMA’s growth, innovation, and effectiveness in supporting youth across Metro Atlanta. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in nonprofit operations, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to measurable results.
Why Join BBBSMA?
BBBSMA offers a mission-driven culture that values innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact. Joining BBBSMA means:
Making a Difference : Directly contributing to empowering Atlanta’s youth to achieve their full potential
Collaborating with a Purpose : Partnering with talented professionals committed to inclusivity and building a positive, high-impact environment
Growing Professionally : Developing your career within a nationally recognized organization that supports career advancement and skill-building
Opportunity for Innovation : Shape and expand impactful programs in one of the fastest-growing Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations
Enjoying Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive compensation, healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, and a flexible, hybrid work environment
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Vision and Operational Leadership : Collaborate with the CEO to set and implement operational strategies that drive BBBSMA’s long-term mission and goals. Lead initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness
Program Services and IT Oversight : Ensure excellence in program delivery, evaluation, and IT strategy with a focus on data-driven decision-making and measurable outcomes
Sustain and Grow the Level Up Program : Lead the sustainability and expansion of BBBSMA’s Level Up program, strengthening relationships with Atlanta and DeKalb Public Schools and cultivating partnerships with additional school systems to expand reach and impact
Community and Stakeholder Engagement : Build and nurture strategic relationships with community partners, funders, and stakeholders to expand program reach
Resource Allocation and Financial Oversight : Oversee budgeting and resource management for Program Services and IT, ensuring sound financial practices and alignment with strategic priorities
Compliance and Risk Management : Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation across program and IT functions, safeguarding BBBSMA’s resources and reputation
Team Leadership and Development : Mentor department heads and staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and mission alignment within Program Services and IT
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) : Champion JEDI values across BBBSMA’s culture and programs, embedding these principles into organizational operations and community engagement
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Mission-Aligned Leader : Strong commitment to BBBSMA’s mission, with a dedication to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity
Visionary Strategist : Proven experience in developing and executing high-impact, data-driven strategies that advance organizational goals
Operational Expertise : Success in optimizing program and IT operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and alignment with organizational objectives
Collaborative Communicator : Skilled at engaging and inspiring diverse audiences and building lasting relationships with stakeholders
Analytical and Data-Oriented : Strong analytical skills to interpret data and improve program and IT strategy, with particular expertise in CRM systems like Salesforce to manage data, streamline processes, and support organization-wide insights
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required ; Master’s degree in, Business, Nonprofit Management, Social Sciences, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
15+ years of professional experience , with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles within a nonprofit or human services organization
Deep, hands-on experience with Salesforce CRM is required
to enhance program tracking, data analytics, and operational processes across the organization
Proficiency in Program and IT Management : Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and program management
Exceptional Communication Skills : Proven ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders and to build strong relationships with diverse partners
Financial Acumen : Experience with budget management, resource allocation, and data analysis to support financial sustainability
Bilingual in Spanish and/or Creole
is a plus, but not required
Work Environment:
Hybrid work schedule based in the Atlanta office
Must be able to travel locally for events and meetings as required
Compensation:
The COO position is full-time and exempt, with a competitive salary range of
$125,000 - $165,000 , based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement, paid time off, and other employee benefits
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
For 63 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has transformed the lives of children in our community through a proven youth development strategy: one-to-one mentoring. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. The agency serves approximately 1,300 children from 12 metro Atlanta counties on an annual basis.
Location:
BBBSMA HQ
The Met, 680 Murphy Ave. SW, Atlanta GA 30310
For more information about BBBSMA please visit http://bbbsatl.org
Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity :
BBBSMA does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA), the fastest-growing Big Brothers Big Sisters agency in the nation and one of Atlanta’s top workplaces in 2023, seeks an accomplished
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
to drive operational and programmatic excellence across Program Services and IT. Reporting directly to the CEO and as part of the
Executive Leadership Team , the COO will shape BBBSMA’s strategic direction, enhance program impact, and foster a culture that supports BBBSMA’s mission of empowering Atlanta’s youth.
This role offers the unique opportunity to directly influence BBBSMA’s growth, innovation, and effectiveness in supporting youth across Metro Atlanta. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in nonprofit operations, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to measurable results.
Why Join BBBSMA?
BBBSMA offers a mission-driven culture that values innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact. Joining BBBSMA means:
Making a Difference : Directly contributing to empowering Atlanta’s youth to achieve their full potential
Collaborating with a Purpose : Partnering with talented professionals committed to inclusivity and building a positive, high-impact environment
Growing Professionally : Developing your career within a nationally recognized organization that supports career advancement and skill-building
Opportunity for Innovation : Shape and expand impactful programs in one of the fastest-growing Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations
Enjoying Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive compensation, healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, and a flexible, hybrid work environment
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Vision and Operational Leadership : Collaborate with the CEO to set and implement operational strategies that drive BBBSMA’s long-term mission and goals. Lead initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness
Program Services and IT Oversight : Ensure excellence in program delivery, evaluation, and IT strategy with a focus on data-driven decision-making and measurable outcomes
Sustain and Grow the Level Up Program : Lead the sustainability and expansion of BBBSMA’s Level Up program, strengthening relationships with Atlanta and DeKalb Public Schools and cultivating partnerships with additional school systems to expand reach and impact
Community and Stakeholder Engagement : Build and nurture strategic relationships with community partners, funders, and stakeholders to expand program reach
Resource Allocation and Financial Oversight : Oversee budgeting and resource management for Program Services and IT, ensuring sound financial practices and alignment with strategic priorities
Compliance and Risk Management : Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation across program and IT functions, safeguarding BBBSMA’s resources and reputation
Team Leadership and Development : Mentor department heads and staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and mission alignment within Program Services and IT
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) : Champion JEDI values across BBBSMA’s culture and programs, embedding these principles into organizational operations and community engagement
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Mission-Aligned Leader : Strong commitment to BBBSMA’s mission, with a dedication to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity
Visionary Strategist : Proven experience in developing and executing high-impact, data-driven strategies that advance organizational goals
Operational Expertise : Success in optimizing program and IT operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and alignment with organizational objectives
Collaborative Communicator : Skilled at engaging and inspiring diverse audiences and building lasting relationships with stakeholders
Analytical and Data-Oriented : Strong analytical skills to interpret data and improve program and IT strategy, with particular expertise in CRM systems like Salesforce to manage data, streamline processes, and support organization-wide insights
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required ; Master’s degree in, Business, Nonprofit Management, Social Sciences, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
15+ years of professional experience , with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles within a nonprofit or human services organization
Deep, hands-on experience with Salesforce CRM is required
to enhance program tracking, data analytics, and operational processes across the organization
Proficiency in Program and IT Management : Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and program management
Exceptional Communication Skills : Proven ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders and to build strong relationships with diverse partners
Financial Acumen : Experience with budget management, resource allocation, and data analysis to support financial sustainability
Bilingual in Spanish and/or Creole
is a plus, but not required
Work Environment:
Hybrid work schedule based in the Atlanta office
Must be able to travel locally for events and meetings as required
Compensation:
The COO position is full-time and exempt, with a competitive salary range of
$125,000 - $165,000 , based on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement, paid time off, and other employee benefits
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
For 63 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has transformed the lives of children in our community through a proven youth development strategy: one-to-one mentoring. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. The agency serves approximately 1,300 children from 12 metro Atlanta counties on an annual basis.
Location:
BBBSMA HQ
The Met, 680 Murphy Ave. SW, Atlanta GA 30310
For more information about BBBSMA please visit http://bbbsatl.org
Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity :
BBBSMA does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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