Executive Director
The Executive Director is part of a small, dedicated team entrusted with advancing the mission of GRACE House. This role requires hands-on leadership in all aspects of the organization
GRACE House is a temporary shelter program serving children, families, and individuals who are homeless or transient. Guests receive short-term shelter and referrals to services tailored to their individual needs.
Areas of Responsibility:
Fiscal Responsibilities
- Oversee the overall fiscal budget and program operations of GRACE House
- Prepare the annual budget with the Board Treasurer and present for Board approval
- Research and write grants for program funding
- Track financial support and funding streams
- Maintain an audit trail for all expenditures
- Provide accurate reports to grantors per funding agreements
- Complete reimbursement tasks for grants
- Manage staff benefit allocations and documentation
- Develop and maintain a financial policies handbook in collaboration with the Board Treasurer
- Coordinate and participate in fundraising efforts
Staff Responsibilities
- Communicate consistently with the Board, staff, and volunteers
- Collaborate with staff to ensure quality program services
- Develop, maintain, and implement a staff handbook of policies and procedures
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; maintain accurate, confidential personnel records
- Develop and annually update staff job descriptions
- Conduct staff performance evaluations (3, 6, and 12 months for new hires; annually thereafter)
- Manage payroll and benefits twice monthly
- Provide ongoing staff development and training opportunities
Program Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate record-keeping and data collection for reporting and evaluation
- Review policies and procedures annually; recommend changes to the Board for approval
- Provide monthly written reports to the Board of Directors
- Build and maintain relationships with outside agencies; coordinate services aligned with the GRACE House mission
- Attend and actively participate in internal and external meetings, community events, and functions
- Prepare and maintain meeting minutes as assigned
- Educating the public about GRACE House and homelessness issues
- Collaborate with interagency teams serving guests
- Ensure timely distribution of communications to funders, volunteers, and the community through print, email, website, or other means
- Produce and distribute an annual report
Volunteer Program Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and implement a volunteer handbook
- Recruit and engage volunteers
- Provide regular updates to the Board regarding volunteer activity
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Skills/Experience:
Necessary Skills
- Strong leadership and team-building ability
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Grant writing and financial management expertise
- Record-keeping accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed
- CPR and First Aid certification for adult, child, and infant (or ability to obtain within three months of hire)
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 with opportunity to increase
PTO
Pension
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 24 2026
Active Until:
Feb 23 2026
Hiring Organization:
GRACE House of Itasca County Homeless Shelter
industry:
Nonprofit