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Power Flame Inc., an Astec Industries, Inc. company is an innovative and forward-thinking manufacturer of burners and combustion control systems for commercial, industrial, and process applications. Our products share environmentally conscious designs and are crafted from quality materials by our expert staff of dedicated professionals. Power Flame is a subsidiary of Astec Industries, Inc.

Astec Industries, Inc mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

Location: This is an onsite position at our Power Flame location in Parsons, KS. Corporate relocation assistance available.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Operational Excellence Leader at our manufacturing site in Parsons, Kansas, plays a critical role in driving the Power Flame Inc Lean Systems throughout the organization. This leader is responsible for advancing strategy deployment, implementing lean methodologies, and aligning plant-level initiatives with corporate strategic goals. The role reports to the General Manager and the Astec corporate team to ensure cohesion in strategy and execution.

KEY ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the deployment of the Hoshin Kanri strategy framework at the plant and Power Flame business unit level to ensure alignment with corporate goals and initiatives.
• Plan and facilitate cross-functional Kaizen events that drive measurable improvements across manufacturing, sales, and support functions.
• Implement core Lean Systems and tools such as 5S, standard work, visual management, value stream mapping, TPM, and continuous flow to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Champion and oversee the deployment of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including the implementation of pillars like autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, quality maintenance, and early equipment management.
• Design and deliver structured Lean and TPM training programs that teach tools, principles, and cultural behaviors across all organizational levels, ensuring understanding and practical application.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across both shop floor and office operations, supporting functional leaders in achieving performance targets.
• Coach and mentor employees and leaders in structured problem-solving methods such as A3 thinking to build capability and foster ownership.
• Act as a hands-on liaison between the site and corporate teams, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across all improvement initiatives.
• Support capital investment planning by conducting ROI analysis and evaluating the operational impact of proposed projects.
• Develop and maintain True North Boards and PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, Cost) dashboards to ensure performance visibility and alignment with business objectives.
• Integrate Lean thinking into onboarding and leadership development programs to reinforce a culture of continuous improvement from day one.
• Build internal problem-solving capability by coaching teams to sustain gains and independently lead improvement efforts.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment sessions to identify priorities, remove barriers, and foster collaboration across departments.
• Collaborate with corporate leadership to align operational improvements with business growth strategies, including capacity expansion and new product introductions.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOUR EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES ARE:

• Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement, with a demonstrated ability to implement and sustain long-term improvements across various business functions.
• A proven track record of leading and facilitating Kaizen events that deliver measurable results in manufacturing, engineering, sales, service, and administrative processes.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen to align day-to-day actions with long-term organizational goals and growth plans.
• Exceptional coaching, teaching, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage, educate, and empower employees at all levels—from shop floor operators to executive leadership.
• Hands-on knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and its key pillars, as well as experience applying PQVC metrics, True North Boards, A3 problem-solving, and X-Matrix frameworks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and alignment across cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities, with proficiency in performance measurement and root cause analysis.
• Self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across functions and levels.
• A continuous improvement mindset, consistently seeking ways to improve processes, culture, and results while modeling Astec Industries, Inc.’s core values.

SUPERVISOR AND LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

• Report to the General Manager, Parsons Facility, with a functional relationship to the Director of Operational Excellence.
• Act as a trusted partner and strategic advisor on lean transformation efforts.
• Lead by example on the shop floor and in office settings.
• Deliver periodic updates to corporate leadership regarding initiative progress, risks, and opportunities.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec Industries, Inc. embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

As the Director of Operational Excellence Americas, you will serve as the lead change agent for driving transformation and embedding operational excellence across the organization. You will develop and implement the Operational Excellence (OPEX) model and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and corporate strategies. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, coaching leadership teams, and tracking progress against long-range goals, you will help deliver sustainable value to customers and significantly enhance the business health of Allegion's value streams.

Hybrid:

At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision: redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work modelcombining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role.

We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we'll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact.

While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the hybrid schedule as needed at the Company's discretion.

• Lead the development of Allegion's Operational Excellence (OPEX) model and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and corporate objectives.
• Work closely with SBU leaders and Site OPEX Leaders to integrate the OPEX model into their strategic plans, ensuring consistent execution across the organization.
• Establish a clear vision for operational excellence, with measurable goals that align with the company's long-range plan (LRP).

• Support and drive strategy deployment activities across the organization, ensuring alignment between corporate, SBU, and site-level initiatives.
• Collaborate with site OPEX leaders and teams to develop actionable strategies and plans that focus on growth, customer value, and improved business health.
• Facilitate the development of a robust pipeline of lean initiatives that align with future-state targets and drive performance improvements.

• Provide coaching for leadership teams and operational excellence (OpEx) support teams to build their capabilities in lean, continuous improvement, and change management.
• Mentor site OPEX leaders and their teams to achieve sustainable transformational change through Allegion's OPEX model.
• Develop and implement leadership training programs to enhance the organization's ability to execute on operational excellence initiatives, including the Front Line Leader program.

• Track and measure progress against long-range plan (LRP) actions and goals, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Conduct regular audits of site progress against Allegion's corporate maturity model, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership teams to ensure continuous progress toward operational excellence goals.

• Support projects involving multiple site deployments, ensuring consistency in execution and alignment with the OPEX roadmap and the Allegion Intelligent Manufacturing initiative.
• Lead or support corporate-level and non-manufacturing projects to drive operational improvements across all business functions.
• Support the onboarding of new acquisition sites, ensuring alignment with Allegion's operational excellence standards and processes.

• Participate in Strategic Business Unit (SBU) reviews to provide insights, guidance, and alignment on operational excellence initiatives.
• Actively support the Operations Council, contributing to the development and execution of enterprise-wide operational strategies.

• Establish and standardize practices such as GEMBA walks, daily management processes (MDI), and mission control to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with standard processes and tools, fostering a culture of process discipline and adherence to standard work.
• Champion a culture of customer value creation, rigorous continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
• Actively support SBU and site implementation of the Allegion Intelligent Manufacturing initiative.

• Support and meet departmental, plant, and corporate HS&E goals, ensuring alignment with Allegion's safety and environmental standards.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of world-class lean manufacturing, transactional or functional experience, with a proven track record of driving operational excellence
• Extensive experience with GEMBA-based continuous improvement tools and techniques, including problem-solving, A3 management, value stream mapping, and strategy deployment.
• Demonstrated experience in applying lean principles and implementing new technologies and automation efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent leadership & facilitation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to align operational excellence initiatives with long-term business goals and strategic objectives
• Ability to lead cultural transformation and foster a mindset of continuous improvement and customer value creation.
• Must be self-motivated and highly organized
• Proven ability to effectively work with global partners and cultures within the organization
• Demonstrated ability to understand value in the eyes of the customer and to build a value delivery system
• Ability to evaluate and assign priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Ability to quickly develop relationships that build immediate trust
• Ability to influence, persuade, convince, mentor and facilitate lean culture change in an environment with varying acceptance
• Ability to travel up to 50%, including occasional global travel.

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, \"this is your business, run with it\".
• You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you \"be safe, be healthy\".
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Unlimited PTO

DESCRIPTION

Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE

As the Principal Packaging Engineer, you will serve as the enterprise-wide technical expert and strategic lead in FDA regulated packaging. The position leverage deep knowledge in packaging including but not limited to design, test methods, standards, and industry insights to create and deliver a pipeline of breakthrough innovations and overall organizational improvement.

You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, and lead with accountability projects from concept to commercialization. A proactive approach in identifying opportunity areas and a strong drive for results and overall organizational improvement is essential.

This role requires excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate across functions, influence stakeholders and ensure alignment with organizational goals. The Principal Engineer must take responsibility for technical mentorship and coaching, fostering technical growth and knowledge of junior engineers while strengthening the team’s technical capabilities. As a recognized expert, you will guide internal and external teams on the application of packaging standards (e.g., CCIT, ISO 11607, USP , USP , etc.), and represent the company in regulatory interactions, technical forums, and industry partnerships.

Success requires exceptional problem-solving skills, strategic influence, and proven ability to align cross-functional teams toward breakthrough innovation. This role is accountable for delivering measurable outcomes and ensuring that packaging innovations translate into tangible business impact.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Technical Leadership, Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Demonstrate strong ownership and leadership on technical strategies and problem solving while driving projects from concept to commercialization.
• Own the technical roadmap for packaging innovation and ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Take responsibility for the accuracy, integrity, and impact of technical data used to inform decisions.
• Design and direct meaningful and robust research projects or experiments both internally and externally through relationships with academic institutions and industry partners.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and foster collaborative research initiatives while mentoring, coaching and guiding junior engineers.
• Analyze experimental data to draw meaningful conclusions from research and guide further development.
• Ensure robust statistical methods are applied where necessary.
• Develop innovative solutions to address technical challenges.
• Act as subject matter expert in packaging for FDA regulated products (expert in packaging standards such as CCIT, ISO 11607, USP , USP , etc).
• Identify, scope and represent the organization at key conferences, seminars and other professional events.
• Stay current and keep stakeholders updated with emerging technologies, regulatory trends, and scientific advancements in packaging.

Innovation and Strategy

• Exhibit a proactive mindset in identifying, vetting and implementing new opportunities for innovation and improvement of the organization.
• Demonstrate ability to think strategically and influence the organization on key initiatives.
• Champion initiatives that deliver quantifiable improvements in product performance, cost efficiency, or regulatory compliance.
• Lead cross-functional teams to bring strategic innovations from concept to launch, ensuring accountability at each stage.
• Develop and execute innovation strategies aligned with business goals, including new technologies, methods, and IP creation.
• Lead the development of new products, technologies, and methods that deliver measurable impact and enhance organizational success.
• Assess and take necessary actions to acquire new in-house technologies to improve PDI’s capabilities.

Project Scoping and Ownership

• Define, communicate and align project goals and request necessary resources for execution cross functionally.
• Hold self and cross-functional teams accountable for meeting project milestones, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Ensure post-launch evaluation and continuous improvement based on performance metrics.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and influencing skills to drive initiatives forward and overcome challenges.
• Ensure accountability to milestones and objectives while demonstrating strong ownership, coordination and leadership in project execution, anticipating risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in preparing and presenting progress updates, status, reports and findings to senior level management.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT

• Packaging Leadership and Effectiveness: leads packaging design development that meets intended performance, safety and regulatory requirements
• Project Acceleration and Execution: Demonstrates initiative in shaping project direction, anticipating potential obstacles and proposing solutions to ensure timelines are met or accelerated. Consistently delivers technical work on time, in scope and aligned to evolving business priorities
• Strategic Technical Problem Solving: Anticipates and identifies complex packaging development challenges early, leveraging expertise and leadership to drive resolution paths with minimal rework and high technical rigor.
• Cross-Functional Influence and Alignment: Actively engages and influences cross-functional partners (Regulatory, Marketing, Operations, Quality) to ensure clarity of technical direction, ensure alignment and provide technical strategies, expertise and data to remove barriers impeding project progress
• Pipeline Advancement and Opportunity Identification: Proactively scans internal and external landscapes to identify new opportunities, unmet needs and technology enablers that can strengthen the pipeline and move concepts into development
• Performance will be evaluated based on the ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and with measurable business impact.
• Expected to take full ownership of assigned initiatives and proactively resolve barriers to success.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, or related scientific discipline required. Advanced degree preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

• New Product development and leadership in a regulated environment.
• Packaging development for FDA regulated products.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 8+ years of relevant experience in product development and R&D support, with a demonstrated track record of scientific and packaging development responsibilities.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Strong analytical thinking capabilities and mindset
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment to delivering results with excellence and timeliness
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make sense of, organize and present complex information
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in ambiguous or evolving environments
• Ability to set specific goals for self and others and organize/align the resources to help achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with varying complexity
• Ability to evolve, learn and implement new systems and programs
• Initiative taker, ambitious and driven
• Resourceful and able to find creative and innovative ways to achieve results
• Demonstrated accountability for project outcomes and ability to drive initiatives to successful completion.
• Proactive leader who takes full ownership of challenges and drives results with urgency and precision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mix of lab, manufacturing and office environment

SALARY RANGE:

• $128,000 - $141,000 annually

BENEFITS

PDI is pleased to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits for our associates, which includes:

• Medical, behavioral & prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and profit sharing
• Basic and supplemental Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short & long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Advocacy Program

PDI also offers many voluntary benefits such as: Legal services, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, ID theft and fraud protection, pet insurance and employee discounts.

At PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide associates with paid time off programs including: sick & safe leave, vacation, company & floating holidays, paid parental leave, and depending on the position we also offer summer hours and flex place/flex time options.

INTREN, LLC Job Description

Job Title: Vice President, Operations

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This executive leadership role is responsible for the strategic and operational execution of INTREN’s business objectives across designated territories, including operations in Ohio, Indiana, southern regions of Illinois, and Florida, supporting both Distribution and Transmission work types. Responsibilities include safety leadership, operational excellence, financial performance, business development, and organizational growth within these markets.

The role drives enterprise-level strategies that support sustainable growth, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement while fostering a high-performance culture aligned with organizational objectives. Leadership oversight includes operational execution within Distribution and Transmission services, ensuring alignment with regional growth strategies and operational performance expectations.

Extensive travel throughout the assigned territories is required to support operational alignment, customer engagement, and leadership development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Corporate Leadership:

• Serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to enterprise-wide strategy and driving continuous improvement in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Champions the organization’s vision and provides leadership to execute its mission across all areas of responsibility.
• Leads a high-performance culture that is positive, proactive, accountable, and results-oriented, fostering engagement and professional development at all levels of the organization.

Financial Performance:

• Ensures financial performance metrics and controls are effectively implemented to achieve INTREN’s financial objectives.
• Holds full accountability for regional P&L performance, ensuring results align with budgeted expectations and organizational financial targets.
• Leads the development, execution, and monitoring of the annual operating budget in partnership with the finance team, providing strategic financial insight and guidance.
• Collaborates with the executive leadership team to evaluate key performance indicators across divisions, ensuring alignment and understanding of their collective impact on organizational performance.

Business Development:

• Partners with the COO to ensure consistent execution of the company’s growth strategy and alignment with operational capabilities.
• Maintains executive-level engagement with customers while overseeing operational relationships to ensure service excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Supports the development and execution of strategic account planning initiatives to strengthen partnerships and expand business opportunities.
• Provides visible leadership in customer engagement, supporting both new business development and the continued growth of existing accounts.
• Builds and sustains strong relationships with customer leadership to reinforce collaboration and long-term strategic partnerships.

Operational Development:

• Provides strategic oversight of operational activities to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and performance expectations.
• Mentors and develops regional leadership teams through structured development plans that strengthen leadership capabilities and organizational depth.
• Leads succession planning initiatives to ensure leadership continuity and long-term organizational stability.
• Drives execution of the strategic plan to achieve defined growth and performance targets while enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Operations:

• Holds enterprise accountability for national storm response strategy and execution, ensuring timely and effective operational response in alignment with customer and organizational expectations.
• Leads operational strategy and execution to achieve targeted key performance indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvement in safety, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Develops and oversees the organizational structure of the Operations group to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and operational scalability.
• Establishes and enforces operational policies and guidelines that support consistent excellence and long-term organizational performance.
• Partners with safety and quality leadership to meet or exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of operational integrity.
• Collaborates with Human Resources on policies, compensation, and benefits to support employee well-being and organizational competitiveness, including performance management processes.
• Promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment across all operational teams and locations, fostering engagement among internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintains comprehensive understanding of collective bargaining agreements within operational regions to support effective workforce relations and compliance.
• Provides visible leadership through extensive travel to support team development, customer engagement, operational alignment, and strategic growth initiatives.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred) or work experience deemed equivalent.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, utility construction, or infrastructure services, with demonstrated executive-level accountability.
• Executive experience managing multi-location operations and field teams.
• Strategic planning and KPI-driven performance management expertise.
• Experience in safety, compliance, and customer-focused operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business development capabilities.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining environments.

INTREN is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for District Operations Director - Single Family Homes

Operations & Property Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations across Orlando, Jacksonville and Treasure Coast, ensuring consistent execution of company procedures and a high-quality resident experience.
• Provide strategic oversight of property management functions, including service delivery, maintenance, renewals, and collections, with a focus on KPI achievement and cost control.
• Navigate complex municipal environments by building strong relationships with housing authorities and local agencies to ensure compliance and operational fluidity.
• Lead vendor management and service team performance, ensuring alignment with company standards, cost efficiency, and resident satisfaction.
• Conduct regular market visits and inspections to assess operational health, enforce standards, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement frameworks for emergency response, business continuity, and risk mitigation across all markets.

Resident Experience

• Drive a resident-first culture by ensuring seamless onboarding, proactive communication, and responsive issue resolution across all touchpoints.
• Leverage resident feedback and satisfaction data to evolve service offerings, improve retention, and build long-term loyalty.
• Partner with leasing teams to monitor inventory, pricing, and occupancy trends, ensuring alignment with market demand and performance goals.
• Reinforce tenant policies and procedures while maintaining a positive, service-oriented relationship with residents.

Financial Management

• Lead the development and execution of annual operating budgets across assigned markets, with a focus on service cost management and NOI optimization.
• Oversee accounts receivable, rent collection, and resolution of arrears, ensuring minimal variance and strong financial performance.
• Review financial reports regularly to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Contribute to long-term planning and investment prioritization in alignment with First Key Homes’ growth strategy.

Team & Talent Oversight

• Manage a regional team of 50–60 employees, ensuring clear accountability, performance consistency, and adherence to company policies.
• Identify workload efficiencies and talent gaps, optimizing team structure and resource allocation across markets.
• Lead workforce planning efforts in partnership with HR and third-party recruiters to support hiring, onboarding, and retention.

Strategic Partnerships & Compliance

• Maintain an active Florida real estate license and ensure compliance with state-specific laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align operations with broader strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
• Represent First Key Homes in municipal and community engagements.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring the following experience:

• 10–15+ years of senior-level operational leadership within residential real estate, property management, or single-family rental (SFR) environments, overseeing large-scale, multi-market portfolios.
• An active real estate license in Florida is required or must be obtained within120 days of hire.
• Experience navigating real estate laws and compliance, and a deep understanding of municipal engagement, housing authorities, and public-sector coordination.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across leasing, service, field operations, and resident experience, driving performance, accountability, and cultural alignment across diverse geographies.
• Strong financial oversight and budgeting expertise, with a track record of managingservice-related costs, optimizing NOI, and delivering consistent results across KPIs such as collections, renewals, and retention.
• Demonstrated success leading through organizational change, including assessing team dynamics, identifying talent gaps, and buildingbench strength to support long-term growth and operational resilience.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, manage conflict, and influencecross-functional teams, third-party vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Inspirational leadership style that fosters collaboration, encourages ownership, and leads with empathy, structure, and clarity.
• Comfortable operating in high-visibility, high-accountability environments, with a focus on resident satisfaction, team development, and community engagement.
• Strong understanding of strategic planning and operational execution, with the ability to translate corporate goals into market-level performance and team alignment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and property management platforms, including YARDI, with a commitment to data accuracy, reporting integrity, and system compliance.

Year One Critical SuccessFactors

The successful candidate should have successfully achieved the following within the first 12 to 18 months in this role:

• Drive Operational Excellence Across Districts: Establish consistent service delivery standards and operational processes across assigned markets, resulting in measurable improvements in resident satisfaction, service timeliness, and cost efficiency. Ensure alignment with First Key Homes’ national performance benchmarks and compliance protocols.
• Elevate Team Engagement and Culture: Assess and optimize team structure, talent, and engagement across leasing, service, and field operations. Implement leadership development and retention strategies to reduce turnover, foster accountability, and build a high performance, resident-first culture.
• Strengthen Governance and Cross-Functional Alignment: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across corporate functions (e.g., Legal, Compliance, Finance, HR) and ensure clear communication channels and accountability frameworks. Align district-level execution with enterprise goals, including NOI targets, renewal rates, and service SLAs.
• Enhance Resident Experience and Community Impact: Launch initiatives that improve resident engagement, retention, and satisfaction scores. Partner with local municipalities and housing authorities to strengthen community relationships and ensure compliance with local housing regulations.
• Optimize Financial Performance and Budget Discipline: Deliver against district-level financial targets by managing service costs, capital planning, and operational budgets. Identify opportunities for efficiency and margin improvement while maintaining service quality and compliance.

Preferred Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Planning or related field.
• Proficiency in Yardi (or similar systems).

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• Revenue Growth & Diversification: Develop and drive sustainable diversified multi-year revenue strategy that ensures sustainable growth across major gifts, institutional and government grants, corporate partnerships, and innovative funding models. 
  

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• Strategic Alliance Portfolio: Build and steward a high-impact portfolio of cross-sector partnerships that deliver both financial investment and programmatic scale. 
  

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• Thought Leadership & Public Influence: Position YWCA Richmond as a premier convener and trusted voice on racial justice, gender equity, violence intervention & prevention, housing stability, and early childhood education. 
  

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• Stakeholder & Alumni Activation: Transform donors, alumni, corporate partners, and community leaders into a mobilized network of advocates, ambassadors, and investors. 
  

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• Executive Thought Partner: Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on external positioning, long-term alliances, and organizational visibility. 
  

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• Ecosystem & Alliance Management: Identify, negotiate, and manage high-value partnerships with corporations, foundations, government entities, and nonprofits. 
  

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• External Advocacy & Representation: Represent YWCA Richmond at high-profile events, media opportunities, civic forums, and legislative engagements to amplify impact and influence. 
  

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• Fundraising Oversight: Provide strategic leadership for all fundraising functions, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate social responsibility (CSR), institutional funding, and government grants.  
  

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• Revenue Generation: Lead the development of multi-year, multi-layered partnership agreements that integrate funding, co-branding, and programmatic collaboration.  
  

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• Stewardship & Relationship Building: Cultivate deep relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundation leaders, and corporate executives. 
  

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• Grant Strategy: Oversee grant development and management to ensure alignment with mission priorities and maximize funding capture. 
  

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• Advancement Projection: Lead revenue forecasting in partnership with finance and the executive team. 
  

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• Integrated Communications: Direct comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align storytelling with fundraising, advocacy, Sprout School, Domestic Violence Resources, and partnership goals. 
  

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• Executive Voice & Visibility: Partner with the CEO to serve as a public-facing leader and spokesperson for the organization. Oversee efforts that advance YWCA Richmond’s mission, collaborating with community partners and policymakers.? 
  

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• Digital Strategy: Ensure a consistent, high-impact digital and social media presence across all platforms for all programs. 
  

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• Crisis Communications: Lead crisis communications planning and response to protect and strengthen organizational reputation. 
  

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• Talent Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing team including Advancement, Marketing & Communications, and Partnership leaders. 
  

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• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure seamless coordination between external-facing teams and program leadership so brand promises are matched by service delivery and fiscal responsibility. 
  

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• Board Partnership: Collaborate with the Board of Directors on donor engagement, external relations strategy, and network expansion. 
  

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• Reporting: Establish clear performance benchmarks and accountability systems aligned with revenue and engagement goals.  Report on KPI performance to CEO and the Board. 
  

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• Executive Leadership: Actively participate in executive leadership team meetings, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision-making. 
  

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• Cross Functional Collaboration: Contribute to culture-building, long-term sustainability planning, and cross department collaboration. 
  

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• Mission-Driven Leadership: Model equity-centered leadership rooted in transparency, accountability and innovation. 
  

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• Leadership Experience: 15+ years of progressive leadership in fundraising, external relations, business development, or partnerships, with at least 10 years in senior management. 
  
• Proven Results: Demonstrated success securing seven-figure gifts, multi-year corporate partnerships, or complex institutional funding. 
  
• Equity Leadership: Deep commitment to racial and gender equity; experience leading within mission-driven or social justice organizations strongly preferred. 
  
• Strategic Skills: Expertise in complex negotiations, partnership financial modeling, and CRM systems such as Salesforce. 
  
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, MPA, or Master’s in Nonprofit Management preferred. 
  

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• Strategic Vision: Translates mission and strategy into integrated external campaigns, revenue growth, and public influence. 
  
• Relationship Excellence: A trusted connector who builds authentic, long-term relationships across sectors and communities. 
  
• Innovation & Growth Mindset: Advances creative, “win-win” partnership models that move beyond transactional fundraising. 
  
• Cultural & Political Acumen: Navigates complex social, political, and community landscapes with integrity and equity at the center. 
  
• Equity-Driven Influence: Advance racial and gender equity through external engagement and public leadership. 
  
• Financial Acumen: Develop diversified revenue streams that ensure long-term sustainability. 
  

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