
Vice President of Operations
Community Economic Defense Project
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Denver • Colorado • United States
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Salary
💰 $110,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Develop and implement operational strategies that support CEDP’s mission
- Build, refine, and oversee systems that ensure effective day-to-day operations across the organization
- Translate organizational priorities into clear operational plans, processes, and performance expectations
- Oversee all office operations, ensuring efficient workflows, strong internal coordination, and a well-functioning physical and administrative environment
- Ensure staff have the tools, systems, and resources needed to perform their roles effectively
- Lead organizational safety strategy, including protocols, training, and compliance practices that protect staff and clients
- Anticipate, assess, and mitigate operational risks across service environments
- Create and maintain systems to support staff working with clients experiencing trauma, including safety planning and escalation protocols
- Lead and develop an operations-focused team, including managers responsible for office operations and support functions
- Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and operational excellence
- Coach leaders to effectively manage workflows, address challenges, and maintain high standards of service delivery
- Partner with program and senior leaders to align operations with service delivery needs
- Support implementation of new initiatives, ensuring operational readiness and sustainability
- Serve as a trusted advisor and problem solver on complex operational and organizational challenges
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and strengthen organizational performance
- Lead continuous improvement efforts across systems, workflows, and service delivery models
- Use data and operational insights to inform decision-making and drive results
- Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation related to operations
- Oversee operational aspects of vendor management, contracts, and administrative systems
- Ensure alignment between operational needs and financial planning
- Operate as both a strategic leader and a hands-on contributor
Requirements
- At least 10 years of professional experience in a general management role
- Highly organized and ability to wear multiple hats in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
- A successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, guiding investment in people and systems
- Thorough understanding of project management; able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and goals
- A consummate team player with a flexible and creative approach
- Excellent communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to CEDP’s mission
Benefits
- competitive pay
- flexible time off
- benefits package (including medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k)
- technology stipend of $720 per year
- $2,000 salary differential per year for utilizing two languages or more at work
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
operational strategiesproject managementrisk assessmentprocess improvementdata analysisbudgetingresource allocationvendor managementperformance managementsafety planning
Soft Skills
organizational skillsteam leadershipcommunication skillsnegotiation skillsproblem-solvingflexibilitycreativityaccountabilityresponsivenessintegrity