Looking for the opportunity to join a team of dedicated community development professionals? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic leadership team working to support upstream violence prevention efforts in Madison and Dane County?   Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, supporting professionals and community members as they navigate complex challenges?  

Common Wealth is seeking a Director of Operations to join the Leadership team in support of our 35 staff, hundreds of residents in our housing portfolio, dozens of small businesses in our incubator community, and hundreds of youth and adults in our workforce development programs  This position involves supervising the general operations of the organization, guidance and mentorship of our team of Program Leads, and overall support of every programmatic aspect of the organization.  Compensation starts at $100K per year.  Common Wealth Development offers a $2000.00 language bonus (annually) for employees who are Bilingual in English and Spanish. 

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of contiguous supervisory experience
• Demonstrable experience and knowledge of conflict resolution, mediation, crisis management and de-escalation skills
• Demonstrable experience in organizational finance
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, and multitask
• Ability to work effectively both independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, communities, and community partners
• Strong writing skills and oral communication for providing quality customer service
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Experience working with people from low-income and racially diverse communities 
• Have own vehicle, clean driving record and liability insurance

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 10 years supervisory experience, with 5 years experience leading or supervising groups/teams of supervisors or leading people who serve in a supervisory capacity 
• Lived experience with low-income housing, housing insecurity or racially diverse communities
• Experience with WHEDA Tax Credit Compliance and HOME Program Regulations
• Advanced knowledge of Racial Justice practices and principles, ideally in an organizational / HR context
• Knowledge of fair housing practices
• Knowledge of best practices in workforce development strategies for adults and youth
• Knowledge and advanced understanding of leadership styles, practices and evaluation methods
• Contextual familiarity of the community, political and social climate of Madison and Dane County.  
• Bilingual, multilingual, or ESL

Common Wealth Development values diverse life experience in its hiring process and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bilingual, bicultural, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. We value the work of our local schools and educators, and graduates of Madison area high schools are strongly encouraged to apply. Our team is diverse in every sense of the word, but united in our linked fate, shared prosperity, and our commitment to an upstream approach to health equity and violence prevention.

To apply, fill out an employment application (available at www.cwd.org or at our office) and submit a complete application packet to: Common Wealth Development, 1501 Williamson Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703, or by email to hiring@cwd.org.

Application packets must contain each of the following:

1) Completed employment application, resume, or CV

2) Cover letter (650 words max, not including header) describing your experience:

- In a supervisory capacity; supervising a staff of over 5 employees

- Supporting crisis management and/or conflict resolution

- Working in solidarity with people from low-income and racially diverse communities

- Overseeing strategic planning

- Managing organizational finances

Preference will be given to complete application packets received by 8:00 am Monday, November 25^th , 2024 

Applications accepted until position filled.

No emails or calls except to confirm receipt of application materials.