Habitat for Humanity Montgomery seeks an Executive Director to implement, policies, business models, and products and services leading to scalable affordable housing solutions – so that everyone has a decent place to live.

As a part of the Montgomery Habitat team, reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for advancing HFHI’s strategic goal to be a leader in growing awareness of and spurring action for housing as a critical foundation for building better, healthier, more financially and economically stable livelihoods.

The successful candidate will have:
Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong organizational skills.
Ability to establish, foster and maintain effective working relationships with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, the public, local City/County government, and community service agencies.
Effective verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
Ability to create a long-term vision and provide leadership.
Ability to synthesize complex and/or diverse information.
Knowledge of mortgage procedures.
Knowledge of fundraising principles and processes and the ability to develop working
relationships with potential funding sources.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, and effectively lead by displaying sound and accurate judgment.
Ability to communicate HFHA’s program and mission clearly and persuasively in a variety of settings and to a variety of constituencies.
Knowledge of the house construction process, safety procedures, and the use of equipment and materials.
Team building a real plus.
Should have a Christ-centered approach to leadership.
Must be a good listener and be able to engage in well-considered discussions.
Must have good anticipatory abilities and personally act on same as need arises.
Must be willing to understand the big picture of the MHFH ministry and know that the role of the Executive Director is only a part of the larger goal.
Must pass Criminal Background Check and Sexual Offender Check.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/ABILITIES
BA or BS Degree. Advanced degree preferred.
At least 5 years’ experience in non-profit management or other relevant management experience.
Able to meet deadlines and effectively manage complex projects.
Highly proficient with MS-Excel, MS-Word, presentation and social media standard software.
Effective verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of the Mortgage Loan process.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Consistently model HFHI’s core values of humility, courage, and accountability. Establish criteria, indicators, and goals for performance excellence of direct reports.
Manage individual and team performance, including nurturing leadership, management, and technical expertise among staff, identifying and supporting opportunities for career advancement, and offering mentorship, coaching or other supports, as required.
Champion and foster embrace of HFHI diversity, equity and inclusion commitments.
Engage actively in the leadership of HFHI through periodic participation in and contribution to wider organizational initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company policy, including observance of HFHI guiding principles and desirable behaviors, and compliance with procedures and internal deadlines.
In collaboration with peers within HFHI, contribute to assessing resource development opportunities, preparing concept notes, and pitching proposals.
Manage effectively HFHI financial resources.

COMPENSATION
This is a Full-Time salaried position that also requires some evening and weekend work.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Compensation includes health benefits.
HFHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

How to apply: Please complete the attached application for employment. All applications can be emailed to the Board of Directors: [email protected]

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