Program Director

ORGANIZATION :

• Bread of Life Mission is a non-denominational, Christian, social services organization, which provides critically needed goods and services to the homeless, poor, and needy of Washington State without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, or religion.
• Mission staff work to bring hope, healing, and recovery to Seattle’s homeless through a Christ-Centered approach, impacting Seattle one life at a time.

BOLM is a storied mission with plans for a capital campaign and future growth.  SUMMARY OF POSITION :

They will work collaboratively with partners in the community, representing the mission in various community meetings.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsible for all aspects of departmental staffing, including hiring, evaluating, discipline, and dismissal.  Collaborate with CEO and program staff to define goals, objectives, and best practices for all programs, ensuring grant compliance and organizational alignment as appropriate.   Determine time frames, program limitations and requirements, staffing needs, and processes to achieve specified goals and objectives.  Encourage and provide opportunities for staff development.  Responsible for departmental budget development and fiscal management.  Develop an Internship Program and provide training, supervision, and feedback, emphasizing character and work ethics.  Conduct and attend meetings and perform other related duties as requested.  Lead and participate in devotions, prayer, teaching, or Bible study with staff and program participants.  Work collaboratively with Volunteer Coordinator to identify volunteer opportunities within the program and train, engage and grow volunteer participation.  Work collaboratively with community and government agencies.  To thrive in the culture of BOLM, the position requires a genuine and sincere person who is both a teacher and learner.  Understand how metrics can be used to monitor the success of BOLM programs in both outputs and outcomes.   CORE COMPETENCIES :

Able to think conceptually.  Adaptable, resilient, and calm under stress.  Continuous learner.  Valid WA state driver’s license and insurance, with the means and ability to travel in Seattle and the surrounding area to meet with donors.  EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Additionally, this tole may require hours served on the weekend, evenings, and travel.   This position requires frequent interaction with the homeless population.  Will likely interact with individuals who may be intoxicated or under the influence and who may lack socially acceptable personal hygiene.  May require bending, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 lbs.) – occasionally.   Climbing stairs – often  Manual dexterity / fine motor skills – often   Standing for extended periods of time - occasionally  Able to think, read, speak, see, and hear – continuously.  Walk, stand, sit, and use hands to handle files, computers, and phone – regularly.  REQUIREMENT :

We consider every position essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and Mission Statement.  As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.  All employees must :