Operations & Strategy Leader for Community Impact

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid holidays

Volunteer days

Job summary

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (DBEDC) invites applications for the Chief Operating Officer role in Boston. You will lead internal management, supervise six department leads, and translate CEO direction into daily operations.

You will shape cross‑functional strategy, manage executive projects, and ensure data‑driven performance. The role includes relocation support and a compensation range aligned with DBEDC’s mission.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading managers across multiple functions and coordinating cross-team initiatives.
• Strong budget responsibility and financial stewardship at scale.
• Experience guiding organizational change and partnering with a CEO and board.

Responsibilities

• Manage six department leads, coaching them to outcomes and development plans.
• Run the operating rhythm and lead cross-department executive projects.
• Translate CEO direction into practical operating expectations for each department.
• Ensure collaboration across program, operations, and administrative functions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Change management

Data-driven decision making

Executive communication

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (DBEDC) invites applications for the Chief Operating Officer role in Boston. You will lead internal management, supervise six department leads, and translate CEO direction into daily operations.

You will shape cross‑functional strategy, manage executive projects, and ensure data‑driven performance. The role includes relocation support and a compensation range aligned with DBEDC’s mission.