Executive Director

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Aurora Commons cultivates belonging and community to foster health and healing among neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness. We are seeking an Executive Director who shares our belief in the transformative power of radical hospitality and brings business acumen and serious fundraising expertise for next-level endeavors. Our next executive will be an empathetic relationship builder, a thoughtful leader, and a courageous advocate adept at bringing lightness while holding heavy work.

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Aurora Commons cultivates belonging and community to foster health and healing among neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness. Guided by our values of hospitality, connection, and empowerment, we strive to co-create an equitable third space where people feel seen, heard & valued. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of Aurora Commons, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and financial management to fulfill our mission.

The Executive Director leads staff operations, drives resource development, serves as the primary spokesperson, and partners closely with the Board of Directors to achieve shared goals. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the leadership team and program staff to ensure Aurora Commons operates in a safe, organized, sustainable, and mission-aligned manner that supports both staff and neighbors.

The following responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed in this role and are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. Responsibilities may evolve or change based on organizational, operational, and community needs. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Vision and Leadership

• ● Define and execute Aurora Commons’ strategic vision, long-term goals, and core offerings. Ensure annual goals and work plans drive the strategic plan.
• ● Cultivate an organization culture aligned with organization values and Aurora Commons’ long-held commitment to radical hospitality.
• ● Monitor community needs and trends to ensure Aurora Commons is responsive, adaptive, and impactful.
• ● Steward the organization's resources to ensure fiscal security, risk mitigation, community reputation, and high quality of services.

Staff Management

• ● Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and retain a skilled and diverse team of professional staff of 10 to 15 people. Supervise managers and effectively engage the leadership team.
• ● Define and maintain clear organizational structures, performance management systems, and professional development plans.
• ● Promote high morale, equitable workplace practices, and accountability throughout the organization, with paid staff, contractors, and volunteers.
• ● Ensure the organization follows applicable HR and L&I regulations

External Relations

• ● Act as the chief public advocate and spokesperson for Aurora Commons with community stakeholders including neighborhood, church, school, and charitable volunteer groups, media, and the like.
• ● Build and sustain strategic partnerships with local government agencies, allied nonprofits, and formal and informal advocacy groups.
• ● Engage with elected officials to build relationships, educate on key issues, share neighbor experiences, and advocate for the organization.
• ● Convene and attend community gatherings, being available outside traditional work hours.

Fundraising and Communication

• ● Design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy in partnership with the Development and Communications manager, participating in all phases of the donor cycle with individual donors and institutional funders.
• ● Secure public funding and oversee compliance and reporting requirements.
• ● Oversee marketing, media campaigns, and public messaging to elevate community awareness and drive donor and volunteer support.

Programming

• ● Design and oversee a comprehensive program plan in partnership with the Program Manager.
• ● Ensure meaningful input from neighbors is collected regularly and is used to influence policy and programming decisions.
• ● Oversee creation of program policies, data collections, and outcome reporting.
• ● Maintain a regular presence in the space to ensure mission alignment with services.

Financial Management

• ● Develop and manage the annual operating budget, $1.7m in FY27, in partnership with the Operations Manager, leadership team, and board treasurer.
• ● Ensure strong internal financial controls, sound fiscal management, and compliance with accounting standards and organization policies.
• ● Deliver regular, transparent financial reports to the board and oversee annual audits.

Facilities

• ● Oversee stewardship of Aurora Commons property including buildings and parking lot.
• ● Partner with Operations Manager to capture and keep up to date the capital needs assessment and calendar and budget for capital maintenance and improvements.

Board Relations

• ● Partner with the Board Chair to facilitate effective governance, policy development, and strategic planning.
• ● Provide transparent updates regarding agency operations, key performance metrics, celebrations, challenges, and financial health.
• ● Assist the Board in identifying, recruiting, and onboarding new board members. Support board task forces, committees, or other board-led initiatives.

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