Shelter Operations Lead — 24/7 On-Call

Care For the Homeless; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Care for The Homeless in New York, NY seeks an Operations Coordinator to support daily facility operations, safety, and maintenance of the shelter facility. The role collaborates with the Shelter Director and senior management to ensure regulatory compliance, staff coverage, and efficient procurement, while coordinating OSHA and city/state building standards and reporting on operations data.

Ideal candidates have 3–7 years in facilities management, with a focus on residential settings, strong

Qualifications

• 3-7 years facilities management experience, preferably in a residential facility.
• Fire Safety Certification is a Plus.
• OSHA Certification preferred
• Valid Driver License, if authorized to drive agency vehicle
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal building codes and industry standards
• Proficiency in software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Commitment to the mission of Care for The Homeless
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and efficient

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee facility operations, safety, and maintenance of the shelter facility.
• Provide operational supervision of facility staff, other assigned programs staff, and oversee external vendors.
• Ensure coverage for all shifts when needed and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Shelter Director to meet contractual obligations and program goals.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and reports with senior management.

Skills

Facilities management

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Vendor management

Multitasking

Communication

Education

OSHA Certification

Fire Safety Certification

Valid Driver License

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Care for The Homeless in New York, NY seeks an Operations Coordinator to support daily facility operations, safety, and maintenance of the shelter facility. The role collaborates with the Shelter Director and senior management to ensure regulatory compliance, staff coverage, and efficient procurement, while coordinating OSHA and city/state building standards and reporting on operations data.

Ideal candidates have 3–7 years in facilities management, with a focus on residential settings, strong