Director of Warehouse Operations

Denver Rescue Mission; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (medical, dental, vision)

Vacation, sick time, holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance & disability

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Parental & bereavement leave

401(k) with company match

Benefits guide access

Job summary

Denver Rescue Mission is seeking a Director of Warehouse Operations to lead the Ministry Outreach Center logistics, gift-in-kind processing, and vehicle donation programs. You will supervise staff, manage safety, and coordinate with departments to support holiday drives and service initiatives.

The role emphasizes donor value, program development, and strong leadership within a faith-based organization, with competitive benefits and a structured budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience is required.
• Candidates may substitute education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees receiving and processing of donations to maximize gift-in-kind value.
• Maintains warehouse safety, cleanliness, and budget oversight.
• Drives continuous improvement in Client Services operations and programs.
• Manages Vehicle Program budget and equipment maintenance accountability.
• Oversees fleet operations, safety investigations, and insurance liaising.
• Leads staff hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Diversity of cross-departmental skills

Willingness to work weekends/evenings

Used Car Salesperson License within 90

Christian beliefs alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Description

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $96,000, based on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Comprehensive health plans include medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Generous vacation, sick time, and holiday pay, plus paid birthday off and ‘refreshment’ day.
• Tuition reimbursement and child adoption benefits.
• Employer paid term life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D.
• Health savings account with generous employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid parental and bereavement leave.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
• Please access our highlights of the benefits package we offer here: Denver Rescue Mission Benefits Guide

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Warehouse Operations is responsible for the direction and oversight of the Ministry Outreach Center, including tracking, receiving, storage, and distribution of gift-in-kind donations, oversight of Client Services operations and oversight of the Ministry Outreach Center’s Vehicle Donation Program, and fleet management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse Operations

• Oversees receiving and processing of donations to ensure waste minimization, efficient evaluation and maximized gift-in-kind value.
• Upholds quality standards for donations that are used internally and those distributed to commodity assistance partners.
• Ensures all processed donations are weighed, recorded, and distributed properly for gift-in-kind purposes.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness throughout warehouse to ensure safety.
• Prepares and monitors Ministry Outreach Center budget.
• Generates purchase orders for necessary equipment and supplies.
• Performs equipment safety checks on machinery, forklifts, etc.
• Oversees the food ordering and inventory system for donated food and food service supplies to be delivered to the kitchens.
• Provides oversight in maintaining custodial supply pars.
• Minimizes waste of donated and purchased food and food service supplies.

Gift-in-Kind (GIK)

• Reviews gift-in-kind forms and submits them to the Accounting Department.
• Reports textile gift-in-kind donations.
• Meets or exceeds monthly and yearly gift-in-kind goals (budgeted for $11M) for any area of responsibility.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for other Denver Rescue Mission departments regarding unique gift-in-kind donations or questions.

Client Services

• Drives continuous improvement in Client Services operations and systems design.
• Assesses ongoing client needs and trends to further program development.

Vehicle Donation Program

• Promotes synergy and teamwork between Vehicle Program Office Coordinator and fleet mechanics.
• Ensures Vehicle Program Office Coordinator is meeting or exceeding goals in vehicle donation, revenue, and gifting.
• Prepares and monitors Vehicle Program budget, providing accountability for the Vehicle Program Office Coordinator in the day-to-day management and administration of the budget ($575,000 in revenue and $375,000 in expenses).

Fleet Operations

• Ensures the DRM fleet is functioning safely, upholding a routine vehicle inspection of all vehicles including the use of GeoTabs.
• Coordinates purchases of new fleet vehicles.

Safety & Liability

• Oversees response to all fleet vehicle accidents, performing investigations and ensuring appropriate files and documentation regarding vehicle accidents are provided.
• Oversees negotiations with insurance partners and claimants to resolve vehicle accident claims.
• Oversees the response to all potential general liability incidents at the Ministry Outreach Center involving clients, outside guests and volunteers, including investigations as required. Ensures appropriate files and documentation regarding these incidents are maintained.
• Serves as member of Denver Rescue Mission Safety Council for the Ministry Outreach Center and executes all required duties.

Management & Additional Responsibilities

• Manages the Warehouse staff experience: hiring, onboarding, training, managing performance, conflict, payroll, time off etc.
• Ensures that staff across all areas of responsibility provide exceptional service and support to Denver Rescue Mission staff and facilities.
• Maintains clear and effective communication with the Senior Director of Operations.
• Partners with Denver Rescue Mission departments to drive logistical support for events, drives or other business needs, e.g., turkey drives, food drives, and other holiday events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5 years of supervisory experience is required.
• A combination of education and experience can be substituted.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to manage diverse processes within and across departments.
• Willingness to work weekend and evenings during Holiday Events or peak times.
• Willingness and ability to obtain a Used Car Salesperson License within first 90 days of employment.
• Must possess current Colorado driver’s license with good driving record.
• Must possess a desire to serve those in need in an unbiased and respectful manner.
• Active Driver’s License and ability to meet DRM insurability standards, as a limited amount of work-related travel may be required.
• Must be a Christian holding to the beliefs set forth in the Statement of Faith, expressed by a personal testimony and Christian conduct.

Denver Rescue Mission is both an equal opportunity employer and a distinctly faith-based Christian organization. Denver Rescue Mission complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, parental status, marital status, political ideology, or current or prospective service in the uniformed services. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment including recruitment, employment, training, and promotion opportunities. Based upon Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, and the U.S. Constitution, Denver Rescue Mission has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with our Statement of Faith and align with our Christian mission.

Our organization uses E-Verify.

This posting is expected to close 1/1/2027 or when filled.