Chief Operating Officer

Company: Society for Conservation Biology
Location: Fresno
Posted on: May 12, 2025

Job Description:

COO - Grant-driven organization! Be part of the solution and inquire about this amazing opportunity.
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Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
A bit about us:
We partner with organizations throughout the Central Valley, providing support and resources. Our mission is to empower families, provide education, housing, supportive services, and guidance.
Why join us?

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• 100% of Employee Benefits are paid by the employer (Medical, dental, and vision)
  
• Paid Time Off plus Holidays
  
• 401K
  
• Impactful Work
  
  Job Details
  Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic organization? We are seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee our organization's ongoing operations and procedures. The COO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). You will need to maintain control of diverse business operations, so we expect you to be an experienced and efficient leader with excellent people skills, business acuity, and an exemplary work ethic. The goal of the COO position is to ensure the functionality of the business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.
  Responsibilities:
  
  
• Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures.
  
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
  
• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision.
  
• Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives.
  
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication.
  
• Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
  
• Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance.
  
• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances, etc.)
  
• Manage relationships with partners/vendors.
  
• Assist CEO in fundraising ventures.
  
• Implement and manage operational budgets, and monitor cost-efficiency.
  
• Manage risk in the organization.
  
  Qualifications:
  The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:
  
  
• Proven experience as Chief Operating Officer or relevant role.
  
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.
  
• Experience in managing and overseeing business operations, people, and ventures.
  
• Knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g., supply chain, finance, customer service, etc.)
  
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
  
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
  
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
  
• BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.
  
• Proven experience in process improvement and operations management.
  
• Experience in budgeting and risk management.
  
• Excellent knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
  
• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust.
  
• Ability to develop and implement operational policies and strategic plans.
  
  If you have the required skills and experience and are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of our organization.
  Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
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