Vice President of Operations

Ultipro; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Training and certifications

Employee appreciation programs

Mental health support

Career advancement opportunities

ESST

Job summary

Thomas Allen is seeking a visionary Vice President of Operations. The role reports to the CFO and directs Finance, IT, and Facilities to advance the organization’s mission and sustainable growth.

A senior leader will partner with the CEO and other executives to steer financial performance and operational efficiency while shaping long-range strategy. The successful candidate will bring a track record of managing complex programs, driving growth opportunities, and delivering measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, operations, organizational leadership, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience including operations, finance, or related admin functions.
• Experience leading multiple functional areas and managing leaders.
• Strong financial budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Experience driving organizational initiatives and process improvements.
• Ability to assess investments, risks, and growth opportunities.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and change-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of Finance, IT, and Facilities.
• Lead operational and financial infrastructure to support mission and growth.
• Collaborate with CEO, CFO, and other leaders on growth initiatives.
• Develop feasibility analyses and translate opportunities into action plans.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making.
• Drive efficiency, technology optimization, and scalable processes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Budgeting and forecasting

Change management

Cross-functional leadership

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Description

VP of Operations

At Thomas Allen, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to live their best lives. The Vice President of Operations is a senior executive responsible for leading the operational and financial infrastructure that supports our organization’s mission, performance, and long-term growth.

The Vice President of Operations is a senior executive responsible for leading the operational and financial infrastructure that supports our organization’s mission, performance, and long-term growth. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position provides strategic leadership and oversight of Finance, Information Technology, and Facilities.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the VP of Operations partners closely with the CEO, CFO, VP of Services, and other organizational leaders to strengthen financial performance, improve operational efficiency, optimize technology and infrastructure, and ensure the organization is positioned for sustainable growth.

This role will also play an important part in growth and organizational strategy, including evaluating new opportunities, developing financial and operational feasibility analyses, assessing organizational capacity, and helping translate strategic opportunities into actionable plans.

We are seeking an experienced, forward-thinking leader who combines strong financial and operational acumen with strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to lead complex initiatives across a large organization.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, operations, organizational leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience, including significant responsibility for organizational operations, finance, or related administrative functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple functional areas and managing leaders.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and operational decision-making.
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizational initiatives and process improvement.
• Experience evaluating organizational investments, operational risks, and growth opportunities.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, communication, and change-management skills.

Preferred

• Master's degree in business administration, finance, organizational leadership, or related field.
• Executive leadership experience within human services, healthcare, nonprofit, or another highly regulated environment.
• Experience overseeing technology and/or facilities functions.
• Experience developing business cases, evaluating new revenue opportunities, or implementing organizational growth initiatives.

Benefits provided to all employees:

• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Paid training and certifications to help you develop new skills and advance your career
• Employee appreciation programs to recognize your contributions and efforts
• Mental health support to prioritize your well-being
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth to help you achieve your professional goals
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

Additional benefits gained for employees working 30+ hours per week:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options to help you manage healthcare expenses
• 401(k) program to help you plan for your financial future

Additional benefits gained for employees working 35+ hours per week:

• Paid holidays to celebrate with family and friends and an additional floating holiday to use when you need it!
• Paid time off (PTO) to help you recharge and maintain work-life balance

Thomas Allen is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…As our agency continues to grow, we are looking for team members with diverse perspectives and backgrounds who are passionate about providing services that empower those we support.

Join our team and make a difference!

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