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Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is hiring: Executive Director in Columb

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio, Columbus, OH, United States


Job Description

Job Description

Faith Mission Executive Director

Full Time Days

Ideal candidates will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking an Executive Director for Faith Mission in Columbus, Ohio. Faith Mission is one of the largest homeless shelters in Columbus, Ohio, providing meals and shelter to men, women and Veterans with dignity and compassion.


The Executive Director is responsible for oversight of all administrative, fiscal, physical, and programmatic operations for LSS Faith Mission Columbus. The ED will develop, plan, implement, and evaluate the delivery of all Faith Mission Columbus programs and services. ED will maintain all applicable accreditations and ensure all programming is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

What will I do as an Executive Director with Lutheran Social Services?

  • Responsible for all general, operational and fiscal management of FM.
  • Manages delivery of all program services including outcomes, procedures, and quality assurance; evaluates service outcomes, reviews and readjusts program content in response to shifting client needs.
  • Directly supervises the Director of Supportive Services, Director of Shelter Services, Director of Veteran Services, and managers of various departments.
  • Develops, justifies and monitors the annual budget for FM.
  • Oversees grant, contract and funding source development and compliance.
  • Oversees policy and procedure process and implementation.
  • Develops collaborative relationships with LSS departments, community agencies, systems, and institutions.
  • Works in conjunction with LSS Mission Advancement to raise funds and cultivate donors.
  • Acts as the FM primary spokesperson and liaison to the community, professional organizations, businesses, congregations and other stakeholders and supporters.
  • Develops and implements strategic and operational plans.
  • Acts as the FM representative when conducting any business which has been approved by the Vice President of Programs.
  • Provides timely and accurate information to the Vice President of Programs regarding the state of the Faith Mission finances and operations; ensures timely and accurate reports are provided to the major funders of Faith Mission, etc.

Requirements for an Executive Director with Lutheran Social Services:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
  • Minimum three years' multi-site management experience.
  • 3 years of homeless shelter or social services experience.
  • Previous grant-writing, development, accounting, and fiscal management experience; and public speaking and public relations experience.
  • Knowledge of homelessness, poverty and housing issues preferred
  • Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required.

As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.


Benefits with Lutheran Social Services:

  • Health insurance with 4-plan options!
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account
  • PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
  • Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community.

About Lutheran Social Services:

We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing. LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.


Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.