
Support Queens Community House
Queens Community House provides individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities.
October 4, 2019
Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house that serves the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs and services for children and youth, adults and families, and older adults. With a $22 Million annual budget, 32 program sites in 14 Queens Neighborhoods, and 25,000 program participants annually, we are a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing to our work current best practices, innovative leadership, and a passion for social and economic justice. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change lives.
Queens Community House is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO). Reporting to the Executive Director and a member of the Executive Team, the COO provides leadership across all support functions of the organization with an aim for workplace excellence and an outstanding level of integrity and compliance. Specifically, the COO manages the following departments within QCH: IT and database administration, HR, administration and contract management, and facilities. QCH has a contract with an outside vendor to provide comprehensive accounting and financial management services. The COO works in close partnership with the ED to manage the vendor and is responsible for ensuring smooth communication between the outsourced fiscal team and QCH program and administrative staff, compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and other relevant regulations and standards, as well as timely and accurate communication of financial information to the staff, board, funders, and other stakeholders. The COO serves as QCH’s compliance officer, and is responsible for triage of legal issues and securing legal advice from board members, pro-bono counsel, and insurance companies as appropriate. The COO is responsible to ensure the provision of seamless operational support to the organization to ensure the organization is sustainable, advancing its mission, and positioned for growth.
As an integral member of the Executive Team, the COO plays a key role in leading and supporting the organization's strategic plan and fiscal compliance. QCH is at a pivotal moment in our history, with preparations underway for the purchase and renovation the Forest Hills Community Center, which serves both as our headquarters and largest program site.
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Queens Community House offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision offerings, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 403b plan, 27 annual leave days, 12 annual sick days, and 8 holidays.
APPLICATION METHOD:
If you would like to join our team, please forward your cover letter and resume, with subject line “Chief Operating Officer” to Recruitment@qchnyc.org
Note: Applications submitted without a formal cover letter will not be considered