Chief Executive Officer

 

The Beacon is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established by Christ Church Cathedral in 2007 to provide various social and human services to individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. Current programs include:

• Essential Services:  Hot meals, laundry, showers, mailbox services, access to computer, device charging, intake, and information & referral for individuals who are homeless, living on the streets.

• Brigid’s Hope: a transitional living program for women that have been involved in the criminal justice system.

• Beacon Law: civil legal aid services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.

• Housing Services: a program coordinated with The Way Home to provide housing assessments and housing navigation services for individuals experiencing homelessness.

 

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) should be committed to The Beacon’s mission, be positive and hopeful, have a strong vision of the future, and demonstrate an ability to inspire change. The CEO implements The Beacon’s strategic goals and objectives and is responsible for overseeing the organization, including budgeting and finance, fund development, program development, human resources, administrative functions, board relationships, and community collaborations. The CEO reports to The Beacon Board of Directors.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Board of Directors Responsibilities

• Report to the board of directors, the activities, key data points, management, and finances of the organization.

• Attend Board meetings, Executive Committee, Finance Committee, Governance Committee, Fund Development Committee, and the Mission & Exploration Committee meetings and board events as needed.

• Support the board committees in establishing and meeting annual goals.

• Assist the Secretary and Committee Chairs in maintaining the Board’s minutes and other documents.

 

Fiscal Management Functions

• Prepare, with the Senior Finance Director or finance staff lead, an annual budget for review by the Finance Committee and presentation to the Board for approval; make budget adjustments as needed.

• Oversee the tracking and monitoring of all expenditures and revenue of the organization.

• With the CPO, oversee the efficiency, productivity, and compliance of all programs and initiate corrective action when necessary.

• Review with Senior Finance Officer financial statements that meet Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and present to the Finance Committee.

• Assist the Board Treasurer on reports to the Board about financial matters.

 

Program Functions

• Provide supervision to the Chief Program Officer (CPO).

• Support the CPO in oversight and development of programming.

• Spearhead the contractual and collaborative relationships necessary for the continued operation of The Beacon’s programs.

• Assist the CPO and the Board of Directors to identify and evaluate additional mission-related programs that would be appropriate for The Beacon to offer in the community.

• Build cooperative relationships with agencies providing related services to Houston’s populations at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

 

Fund Development Functions

• Supervise the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO)

• In conjunction with the CAO, create and conduct annual fund development and communications plan.

• Leverage relationship support from The Beacon Board and Fund Development Committee

• Oversee grant proposal and grant-reporting documentation and funder site-visits.

• Ensure oversight of Beacon fundraising or stewardship events.

 

Personnel/Administrative Functions

• Support the board of directors in the development and execution of a strategic plan.

• Oversee the recruiting and retention of The Beacon staff, including preparing and approving job descriptions, arranging for advertising, screening candidates, conducting reference checks, and executing professional development activities.

• Ensure the supervision and timely evaluation of the job performance of all Beacon employees – this is to be done directly or by delegation, depending on hierarchy.

• Monitor and review adherence to Beacon policies and procedures; coordinate the development of new and/or refined policies and procedures.

• Supervise the Chief of Staff (COS) and provide support and guidance to administrative staff positions.

 

External Relations

• Communicate with Christ Church Cathedral leadership, members, and neighbors to respond to issues and concerns they raise.

• Represent The Beacon with The Way Home, service provider agencies, and the community at large, including making presentations when necessary.

• Advocate in the public forum for issues that fall within the scope of The Beacon mission and programs, and function as a resource in those areas for public officials, policy makers, and the media.

• Attend community functions, as necessary.

 

Education and Experience

Important criteria will include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required and related advanced degree preferred.

• At least three years’ experience in leading a nonprofit organization in a Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director role or at least six years experience in a senior leadership position managing complex organizational initiatives.

• Administrative, supervisory, and human resources management experience required.

• Demonstrated financial and analytical skills.

• Experience in fund raising and hosting community events.

• Excellent organization, delegation, flexibility, and teamwork skills.

• Good computer and technology skills.

• Demonstrated proficiency in the development of proposals and reports.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both within The Beacon organization and with the public.

• Ability to work well and relate to individuals with a variety of socio-economic/cultural/religious backgrounds and education levels.

• Ability to work comfortably in the context of a faith-based organization.

• Willingness to comply with any applicable requirements of the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas and any requirements of the Vestry of Christ Church Cathedral or the Bishop of the Diocese

• Motivated person who can meet deadlines and juggle priorities, working in a dynamic and demanding environment.

• Adept at managing change resulting from the ongoing evolution of the regional homeless response system.

 

Additional factors given weight will include:

• Knowledge of federal/state-funded health or human services programs

• Fund-raising and political contacts

• Demonstrated ability to make effective oral and written presentations.

• Prior experience in the development of health and human services programs

 

Physical Demands

This position requires that the individual be able to lift twenty pounds, be seated for extended periods for computer work, and be comfortable working in various environments such as outdoors and/or in non-traditional settings on occasion. The position is in person/in The Beacon’s offices with the opportunity for remote work as appropriate to fulfill the duties of the role.

 

Job Classification                          

Full time. Exempt position. 40+ hours per week. Eligible for full benefits.

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The Beacon is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, military/veteran status, disability, or any category prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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​The Beacon has retained The Edge Group to coordinate recruiting efforts. To apply for this position, please send your resume to Stacy Butler at sbutler@edgegroup.cc. We will contact those candidates who most closely match the requirements.  We thank you in advance for your interest.