Executive Director
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, NY Inc.
Reports To: Board of Directors
Location: Amsterdam, New York / Montgomery County, New York
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, NY Inc. and is responsible for the overall leadership, management, strategic direction, and operational oversight of the affiliate. The Executive Director works in close partnership with the Board of Directors to advance the organization’s mission of bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope, while supporting local families in accessing safe, decent, and affordable housing in Montgomery County.
This position has responsibility for all major aspects of affiliate performance, including strategic planning, operations, financial stewardship, fundraising, grant management, Habitat compliance, quarterly and annual reporting, insurance oversight, board relations, staff and volunteer leadership, and community engagement. Executive Director is expected to maintain annual Habitat International U.S. Affiliated Organization Covenant and Quality Assurance Checklist and quarterly Affiliate Statistical Report / House Production Report submissions. This leadership position is highly hands-on, and the Executive Director will personally execute many operational, fundraising, compliance, and administrative functions while leveraging support from the Board of Directors, volunteers, and the community at large.
The Executive Director serves as the principal spokesperson and representative of the affiliate and is accountable for ensuring that the organization remains mission-driven, financially sound, community-connected, and in good standing within the Habitat for Humanity network.
About the Organization
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, NY Inc. is the local Habitat affiliate serving Montgomery County, New York. Its public-facing materials highlight the mission of building homes, communities, and hope, and emphasize affordable housing, partnership with families, community collaboration, and volunteer involvement as core elements of the
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Strategic Direction
● Provide strong, mission-centered executive leadership for Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, NY Inc. in support of its affordable housing and community-building mission.
● Partner with the Board of Directors to establish organizational priorities, strategic goals, annual objectives, and long-range plans.
● Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, inclusion, collaboration, service, and responsible stewardship of resources.
● Assess organizational opportunities and risks and recommend strategies to strengthen sustainability, impact, and community relevance.
2. Operational Management
● Oversee the day-to-day operations of the affiliate, including housing activities, office administration, volunteer engagement, family partnership processes, fundraising support, and community outreach.
● Ensure that all programs and operations are organized, effective, efficient, safe, and aligned with the organization’s mission and Board-approved priorities.
● Maintain and improve policies, procedures, operational systems, and internal practices that support strong organizational performance and appropriate controls.
● Coordinate with staff, volunteers, committees, contractors, consultants, and community partners to support successful implementation of affiliate initiatives.
3. Habitat Affiliate Compliance and Required Reporting
● Ensure the affiliate maintains compliance with applicable Habitat for Humanity International requirements, the U.S. Affiliated Organization Covenant, the Quality Assurance Checklist, and other standards necessary to remain in good standing as a U.S. affiliate.
● Lead the timely completion and submission of all required Habitat network reports, including the quarterly Affiliate Statistical Report (ASR) and House Production Report (HPR), together with any related affiliate statistical or production reporting.
● Coordinate annual Board review and approval processes for the U.S. Affiliated Organization Covenant and Quality Assurance Checklist, as appropriate.
● Maintain reporting calendars, supporting documentation, records, and internal systems necessary for accurate, timely, and complete affiliate reporting and compliance.
● Monitor evolving Habitat network reporting platforms and requirements, including systems used for ASR/HPR, compliance, grants, and related affiliate submissions.
4. Financial Management and Stewardship
● Develop and manage the annual operating budget in partnership with the Board of Directors and Treasurer.
● Monitor revenues, expenditures, cash flow, and overall financial performance to ensure strong fiscal management.
● Ensure appropriate internal controls, financial reporting systems, and documentation practices are maintained.
● Support preparation of financial statements, audits, tax filings, grant financial reports, and other required submissions.
● Work with the Treasurer, Board, accountant, auditor, and other advisors to support transparency, compliance, and sound financial stewardship.
5. Fundraising and Development
● Lead the affiliate’s fundraising strategy and implementation, including annual giving, direct appeals, grants, sponsorships, special events, major donor cultivation, and in-kind support.
● Build and sustain relationships with donors, foundations, businesses, faith communities, civic groups, and other supporters.
● Identify new revenue opportunities and partnerships that expand the affiliate’s visibility, mission impact, and long-term sustainability.
● Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to strengthen fundraising participation, external relationships, and donor stewardship.
6. Grant Management
● Lead the full grant lifecycle, including prospect identification, proposal support, award acceptance, implementation oversight, compliance, reporting, recordkeeping, and closeout.
● Ensure that all grant-funded activities comply with funder requirements, including timelines, deliverables, reporting deadlines, restrictions on use of funds, and performance documentation.
● Coordinate with finance and program leadership to track grant budgets, eligible expenditures, match requirements, outcomes, and documentation.
● Maintain organized grant files and ensure readiness for audits, monitoring visits, and funder review.
7. Insurance Oversight and Risk Management
● Oversee the affiliate’s insurance portfolio and related risk management practices in consultation with the Board and professional advisors, as appropriate.
● Manage insurance renewals, applications, certificates, claims coordination, and policy reviews to ensure continuity and adequacy of coverage.
● Ensure that coverage remains appropriate to the affiliate’s operations and may include, as applicable, property, general liability, builder’s risk, directors and officers liability, volunteer accident medical, volunteer disability, employment practices, fiduciary liability, workers’ compensation, auto, cyber, flood, and special event coverage.
● Work with the Board, legal counsel, insurance advisors, and auditors to identify, assess, and mitigate organizational risks.
8. Board Relations and Governance Support
● Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors and support strong communication between governance and operations.
● Provide regular reports to the Board on organizational performance, financial status, compliance obligations, insurance matters, grant activity, fundraising results, and operational progress.
● Assist with board development, committee support, strategic planning, policy review, and governance best practices.
● Support the Board in maintaining focus on mission, sustainability, accountability, and community impact.
9. Community Relations and External Engagement
● Serve as the chief public representative and spokesperson for the affiliate.
● Build and maintain strong working relationships with local government, businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, faith institutions, and community leaders.
● Promote awareness of Habitat’s mission and the need for safe, affordable housing in Montgomery County.
● Represent the affiliate at community meetings, public events, partnership opportunities, and media engagements, as appropriate.
10. Staff and Volunteer Leadership
● Recruit, supervise, support, and evaluate staff, as applicable, to ensure effective performance and accountability.
● Foster a positive, mission-driven organizational culture that values professionalism, teamwork, inclusion, and service.
● Promote strong volunteer engagement, training, recognition, communication, and retention.
● Ensure that staff and volunteers are supported by appropriate guidance, communication, policies, and safety practices.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
● At least five years of progressively responsible leadership, management, or executive experience.
● Demonstrated success in nonprofit management, fundraising, financial oversight, and community partnership building.
● Experience with compliance reporting, grants administration, contracts, insurance oversight, or organizational risk management.
● Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public presentation skills.
● Ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, volunteers, donors, staff, funders, auditors, insurers, and community stakeholders.
● Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
● Commitment to affordable housing, community service, and Habitat for Humanity’s mission and values.
Preferred Qualifications
● Experience in affordable housing, community development, nonprofit construction, family services, or related fields.
● Familiarity with Habitat for Humanity affiliate operations, including Covenant and Quality Assurance requirements, ASR/HPR reporting, and grant-funded programming.
● Experience working in a small nonprofit environment requiring hands-on leadership, flexibility, and operational oversight across multiple functions.
● Knowledge of Montgomery County and the surrounding community.
Compensation
Salary Range: Total Comp not to exceed $60,000 Benefits: TBD
Equal Opportunity Statement
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, NY Inc. is committed to fostering a workplace and community culture grounded in dignity, respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Habitat’s public covenant materials emphasize dignity, hope, equitable partnership, and responsible stewardship as foundational values.
The organization welcomes applications from individuals who are passionate about affordable housing, community service, and helping families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Habitat’s public mission and local affiliate materials reflect these core commitments
Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Montgomery County, NY
