COO - Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce : Job Details

Location:433 Adams StreetPaducah, KY 42003

Job Description:

• Experience:Minimum of 3 years of senior management experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization. Demonstrated success in both operational and programmatic leadership, with proven ability to manage complex systems, cross-departmental teams, and strategic initiatives.
• Education:Bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field is required. A master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Program and Operational Expertise:Significant experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating high-impact programs. Skilled in monitoring organizational performance, optimizing workflows, and integrating data-driven decision-making.
• Financial Management:Proven ability to manage budgets, allocate resources efficiently, and collaborate with the CFO on organizational planning. Understanding nonprofit funding structures and resource development is a plus.
• Leadership and Culture:A dynamic and empathetic leader with strong interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to staff well-being, inclusion, and trauma-informed practices. Experience managing HR functions and cultivating a healthy organizational culture.
• Compliance and Risk Management:Strong knowledge of operational risk, nonprofit compliance, and organizational policies. Experience managing legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements across diverse programs and funding sources.

Skills

• Visionary, systems-oriented thinker with strong execution and operational planning skills.
• Exceptional communicator, able to inspire and lead teams across diverse functions.
• Adept at managing change, conflict, and complexity in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in collaboration, decision-making, and building cross-functional alignment.
• Deep commitment to equity, social justice, and the mission of supporting communities affected by HIV/AIDS.
• Proficient in operational software, data systems, and technology implementation.

Phone: (270) ###-####Fax: (270) ###-####Email: [email protected]