Chief Operating Officer

Position Summary: The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will work closely with and provide strategic financial and operating guidance to the Chief Executive Officer. The COO will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and core administrative functions at After School Matters. To accomplish this work, this individual will lead a team of senior leaders – coaching them to be more strategic, productive, and effective in their individual roles and collectively as a team. The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of After School Matters, support functions, including purchasing, warehouse and facilities management, and information technology. The COO will supervise the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Implementation Officer and Senior Director of Facilities.The successful candidate will be a distinguished leader with a deep commitment to the mission of After School Matters. They will have a proven track record in guiding organizations through growth and transformation, leveraging resources, and identifying potential risks. The Chief Operating Officer will bring high intellectual capacity, credibility, and a pragmatic, energetic, hands-on approach to their work. They must demonstrate strong strategic thinking, high emotional intelligence, and situational awareness. This leader will be mission-driven and passionate about serving the diverse needs of the After School Matters community.Major Duties and Responsibilities:The duties and responsibilities of the Chief Operating Officer fall into these major categories: Operations of the organization, including:FinanceFacilitiesOperationsITProcurementA major project to be completed in 2026 is to create a procurement system and maintain it in the futureOversee the operational aspects of major partnerships and projects in collaboration with the CEO, Chief of Strategy and Staff, Chief Program Officer, and Program Deputies.Operations & Facilities LeadershipOversee all aspects of the After School Matters real estate portfolio, including deferred maintenance, general improvements, renovations, acquisitions, and short and long-term facilities planningIn collaboration with the CFO and Sr. Director of Facilities, develop a plan for capital improvements to ASM facilitiesPartner with the CEO and Real Estate Task Force to maintain portfolio of ventures that meet future programmatic and/or administrative needsNegotiate leasesProvide broad leadership of the information technology department, ensuring compliance, safety, and securityEnsure departmental and organizational alignment around key operational functions at ASM, including program operations, people & culture, legal and risk managementCreate a procurement system for ASMDevelop a plan for revenue producing income throughout the organization, evaluate the following: buildings, professional development, and all other possibilitiesWork through the Executive and leadership teams to reduce costs, achieve effective utilization, develop quality goals and objectives and analyze data to develop and support management decisionsManage all aspects of Information and Technology, including strategy, architecture, operations, security and supportEstablish continuous improvement protocol(s) focused on using information and Technology as a competitive advantageDevelop and implement policies and procedures to support efficient and timely deployment of organizational resources, including equipment, and other items needed to successfully operate programs and other divisionsImplement an organization wide strategy for facilities management and support for ASM spaces, including Gallery 37, the Lutz Center, Gately Park, and the new ASM at Orleans locationFinancial Sustainability & Leadership DevelopmentOversee all finance and operations functions, building a highly inclusive and collaborative culture that ensures team members thrive while organizational goals get metWork with direct reports to deliver on strategic and operating priorities for each departmentPartner with the CFO in financial planning, reporting, and long-term sustainabilityProvide hands-on mentorship and leadership development to the CFO, including banking/financial partnerships, board relations, debt strategy and team developmentCollaborate with the CEO, Board Leadership, and Executive Team to ensure alignment between financial planning and the ASM missionCollaborate with the CEO and Chief of Strategy & Staff to align and set strategic and operating priorities to incorporate into the After School Matters annual operating budgetDevelop a plan for the investment portfolioMaintain a fundraising portfolioBoard Relations & Strategic PartnershipsCollaborate with the CFO to set agendas and prepare for three Board committees: Audit, Finance, and InvestmentsServe as leader for the Board Real Estate Task Force, setting agendas and hosting meetings as neededWork with CEO, Chief of Strategy and Staff, and Chief Development Officer on Board engagement, leadership, and succession planningFoster and develop working relationships with Board members, leveraging expertise and resources to benefit After School MattersDevelop strategic partnerships with donors, Board members, corporations, and government entities that create financial and/or operational benefit to After School MattersBuild a strong relationship with CHA, Chicago Park District, City of Chicago, CPS, and City CollegesStep into any role that is temporarily vacant, as assigned by the CEOOther duties as assignedSkills & Experiences:Significant executive leadership, gained in the private and/or public sectorsProven track record of leading strategic finance and business operations, with the ability to drive big-picture vision while overseeing day-to-day operationsA strong people leader and manager with experience developing teams, setting goals, and ensuring accountabilityStrong presentation skills and ability to translate technical financial and operational concepts to a variety of audiencesExperience fostering a vibrant, impact-driven operating culture that promotes and delivers excellence in performance and impactOutstanding leadership skills and experience in managing teams and developing senior leaders; a natural listener and developer of peopleDemonstrated ability to diagnose problems quickly, foresee emerging issues, and outline a range of potential solutions for considerationQualifications:MBA requiredMinimum of 7-10 years of senior leadership experience in financial and operations management; experience at a not-for-profit organization preferredExperience with finance, technology and facilities oversight is strongly preferredSalary: $180,276 – $202,810About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond.ASM has engaged more than 400,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens.ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors.Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $35M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization.EEO: After School Matters is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.Powered by JazzHRvoqHFkSfjS