Chief Executive Officer

Dwelling-Place-of-Grand-Rapid; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Holiday time

Summer hours

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dwelling Place in West Michigan seeks a visionary CEO to lead our region's premier nonprofit housing organization. You will partner with an engaged Board, a dedicated leadership team, and staff to advance affordable housing, community vitality, and sustainable growth.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive nonprofit leadership, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong governance, fundraising, and strategic execution skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit/housing/real estate or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience leading strategy, governance, and financial health.
• Ability to engage with boards, donors, and community leaders.
• Strong management and risk oversight.

Responsibilities

• Champion mission and values of Dwelling Place through visionary leadership.
• Lead execution of strategic plan prioritizing stability and financial health.
• Partner with Board to set priorities and ensure governance.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing executive leadership team.
• Navigate local community dynamics and act as ambassador with stakeholders.
• Ensure long-term financial sustainability and diversified funding.
• Oversee planning, acquisition, development, and management of real estate initiatives.
• Ensure compliance and strong risk management.
• Analyze market trends and policy landscape affecting affordable housing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Fundraising

Communication

Board relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

About Us

Dwelling Place is a nonprofit housing provider and community advocate serving 5+ counties in West Michigan. We believe that housing is the foundation for thriving communities. Our team is bold, determined, creative, and inclusive, working every day to make sure that safe, affordable housing is not just an idea, but a reality. At Dwelling Place, our mission is simple, to improve the lives of people by creating quality affordable housing, providing essential support services, and serving as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization. Our housing solutions build stronger and more inclusive communities by providing personalized support for every resident because everyone deserves a dwelling place.

About This Role

As the next CEO, you will have the opportunity to continue the strong legacy of Dwelling Place in the community while also building its future as one of the region\'s most impactful housing organizations. Working closely with an engaged Board of Directors, a dedicated leadership team, and a group of passionate employees, you will advance our mission by applying a Civic Vision that is deeply rooted in Urbanist Principles, ensuring these frameworks drive our strategic growth, and ensuring long-term organizational sustainability. In this role you will:

• First and foremost, champion the mission and values of Dwelling Place by providing visionary leadership that advances affordable housing and strengthens the communities we serve.
• Bring 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit, housing, real estate, community development or business, along with a bachelor\'s degree in a related field. Years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Lead the execution of the organization\'s strategic plan prioritizing organizational stability and financial health as the foundation for sustainable growth, innovation, and community impact.
• Partner closely with the Board of Directors to establish strategic priorities, ensure strong governance, and provide transparent communication regarding organizational performance.
• Inspire, develop, and support a high-performing executive leadership team while fostering a culture rooted in trust, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Have skill in navigating local community & political dynamics while serving as the organization\'s primary ambassador building meaningful relationships with residents, community leaders, elected officials, donors, investors, lenders, and strategic partners.
• Ensure long-term financial sustainability through sound fiscal management, strategic budgeting, diversified funding strategies, and effective stewardship of organizational resources.
• Oversee the planning, acquisition, development, and management of real estate initiatives that further the organization\'s mission and long-term vision.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and governance requirements while maintaining strong organizational systems and effective risk management practices.
• Analyze market trends, housing needs, and community opportunities while also navigating the evolving federal, state and local policy landscape affecting affordable housing; including, HUD, LIHTC and related problems to protect and advance Dwelling Place\'s mission.

What We Offer

In addition to our strong internal culture with highly engaged and motivated staff, and a supportive Board of Directors, we offer:

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Generous PTO
• Holiday time
• Summer hours
• Disability coverage
• 40 3(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Dwelling Place is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, hairstyles, or any other characteristic to join us in our mission to improve lives and build community.