Mission-Driven Operations Director

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division is seeking an Operations Director in Springfield, IL. This executive role oversees operations, finance, HR, property, and IT, ensuring ethical, compliant practice across departments and programs.

You will supervise business staff, coordinate budgets and reporting, and partner with corps officers and divisional leaders to sustain mission delivery and organizational health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; significant related experience may substitute.
• Experience in nonprofit operations or administration is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership and governance capabilities are expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and oversight of operations, finances, HR, property and IT.
• Develop and monitor budgets, financial reporting and payroll processes.
• Coordinate policy implementation, procurement, contracts and compliance.
• Lead administrative staff, drive fundraising support, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Diversity awareness

Budget management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, business management or related degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division is seeking an Operations Director in Springfield, IL. This executive role oversees operations, finance, HR, property, and IT, ensuring ethical, compliant practice across departments and programs.

You will supervise business staff, coordinate budgets and reporting, and partner with corps officers and divisional leaders to sustain mission delivery and organizational health.