Chief Executive Officer

Dwelling Place; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Holiday time

Summer hours

Disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employer paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dwelling Place in Grand Rapids invites a CEO to continue its strong legacy while shaping its future as a leading housing organization. You will work with an engaged Board and a dedicated team to advance the mission of providing affordable housing, essential supports, and neighborhood revitalization.

You will lead strategic growth, ensure governance, and gender a culture of trust and collaboration while navigating policy landscapes affecting affordable housing at multiple levels.

Qualifications

• Bring 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit, housing, real estate, community development or business.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Lead strategic planning while ensuring financial health for sustainable growth and impact.

Responsibilities

• Champion the mission and values by providing visionary leadership that advances affordable housing and strengthens communities.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to set strategic priorities and ensure governance and transparent communication.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing executive leadership team with a culture of trust and accountability.
• Navigate local dynamics and serve as the organization's ambassador with residents, officials, donors, and partners.
• Ensure long-term financial sustainability through sound fiscal management and diversified funding strategies.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Nonprofit leadership

Stakeholder relationship building

Strategic planning

Financial management

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 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
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

If you are a strategic and visionary leader who is eager to take on a challenging opportunity and put your mark on an organization and its success, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to be part of the mission.

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.

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