Operations Director
Remote
Operations /
Full-time /
Remote
About the Center for Humane Technology (CHT)
CHT's mission is to realign technology with humanity's best interests. We are dedicated to leading a comprehensive shift toward technology that strengthens our well-being, global democratic functioning, and shared information environment. Through our work we build shared understanding, drive coordinated solutions, and empower leaders to act.
Learn more at humanetech.com/who-we-are.
About CHT’s Operations Director Role
The Operations Director is a strategic leader responsible for managing and coordinating all operational functions across CHT. This role oversees Finance, Human Resources, Legal, and Internal Operations. We’re looking for someone who has extensive non-profit management experience, proven leadership experience managing fast-moving teams, and who is strategic, responsible, proactive, and energized by both building and fixing.
The Operations Director reports to the Executive Director and manages the Operations Manager. This role also manages our external accounting firm and serves as the primary point of contact with our legal counsel and audit team. Listen to our Executive Director describe this role in a short video intro here: https://youtu.be/a_Rfpe0RP9o
Responsibilities
Strategy and Goal Setting
- Provide strategic input aligned with organizational objectives.
- Lead key operational projects and OKR development.
- Analyze data to drive continuous improvement.
Financial Management
- Steward organization's finances efficiently and compliantly.
- Manage budgeting, cash flow, and financial reporting, in partnership with our accounting firm.
- Provide financial insights to optimize fundraising efforts.
-Coordinate audits, tax filings, and compliance with financial regulations.
- Provide financial insights to optimize fundraising efforts.
Legal and Governance Management
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Manage contracts, agreements, and legal documentation.
- Support the Board of Directors in governance matters and risk management.
Recruiting, Hiring, & Human Resources
- Oversee all HR functions.
- Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations for our remote team.
- Manage full-cycle recruiting process for all new hires including scoping roles.
- Foster positive organizational culture and morale.
- Support in-person team meetings and scheduling.
Operations Management
- Streamline organizational processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop and maintain clear, well-documented operational policies and procedures.
Skills & Experience
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in a senior leadership role overseeing operations in a non-profit organization, corporate environment, or similar setting with at least 3 years of non-profit operations leadership.
Leadership and Management
- Strategic leader with high integrity who can inspire and motivate teams to achieve our goals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and influence at all levels.
- Organized and capable of managing and directing multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
- Proven track record of strategic planning, project management, and operational excellence.
Financial Management
- Highly experienced in managing budgets, monitoring financial performance, and implementing financial controls.
- Enjoys working in Excel/GoogleSheets financial modeling.
Human Resources and Legal
- Experience overseeing HR practices, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations, especially as it relates to a fully distributed team.
- Understanding of basic 501c3 non-profit regulatory requirements and experience in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Values Alignment
- Thrives in a dynamic work environment and issue area space (technology moves quickly!)
- Practices resilience when faced with challenges, and looks for new opportunities and creative solutions.
- Passionate about our mission and creating a more humane world.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
- Terms: Full-time permanent employee
- Compensation: $160K - $180K annual salary, generous PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with 4% matching
- Location: Remote
- You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor any prospective employees for visas.
$160,000 - $180,000 a year
The salary range for this role is $160,000 to $180,000 depending on experience.
CHT encourages individuals of all learning styles, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. Additionally, research has shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for roles unless they believe they meet all of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described as we are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to supporting this work.
CHT is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, stalking, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law or that of persons with whom that individual associates, or any other legally protected characteristics.
