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:  Bread of Life Mission’s Program Director (PD) is a member of the executive team and responsible for the overall function and delivery of Bread of Life Mission (BOLM) Life Path programs. The PD will provide direction and leadership to collaboratively design and implement programs with appropriate outcomes in accordance with the mission, values, and strategic plan of BOLM. The PD will stay current and informed as to the needs of the poor, homeless, mentally ill, needy, and addicted and facilitate the provision of appropriate programming or services to meet the needs. Establish quality, comprehensive programming within a grace and truth environment. They will work collaboratively with partners in the community, representing the mission in various community meetings. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• As a member of the Executive Team, uphold, promote, and encourage, in word and deed, desired organizational culture and core values; purposefully seek to establish and maintain a culture that affirms and advances BOLM’s mission statement, vision, and values. 

• Participate in timely and accurate reporting according to BOLM needs and expectations, keep CEO informed and demonstrate commitment to open communication to fully participate in organizational problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning. 

• Review and complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports. 

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of diverse staff to establish, pursue, and achieve aggressive departmental goals. 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: 

• A solid, mature, and credible Christian witness and lifestyle that exemplifies Christ in character and actions, modeling servant-leadership. 

• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be able to share the gospel with others through words and deeds. 

• Ability and interest in providing biblical counsel and guidance to staff and clients. 

• Proven ability to create, implement, and operate effective programming. 

• Embraces the ideal of transparent and frequent interaction with his/her peers on the executive team in a collaborative effort to advance BOLM. 

• Excellent supervision skills, able to train others, provide support and ensure quality programming is provided while outcomes/objectives are met. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook. 

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills with a professional demeanor. 

• The ability to think strategically and lead effectively, while serving others 

• Able to balance the demands of an executive leadership role, while building trust and working with others to accomplish the Mission of BOLM. 

• Highly ethical, trustworthy, and professional. 

• Organized with good analytical and decision-making abilities. 

• Level-headed, purposeful in reactions, proactive problem-solver. Gather information before making decisions that are sound and in alignment with BOL philosophies and core values. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, adept at building relationships with individuals and groups of people with a wide diversity of demographic and cultural characteristics. 

• Must be a self-starter who regularly sets and achieves activity and results-driven goals. 

• Able and willing to interact with shelter guests in a compassionate and respectful manner. 

• Knowledgeable and empathetic to the needs of the poor. 

• Knowledge of drug and alcohol, mental illness, homeless and poverty issues. 

• Able to maintain a positive, professional, Christ-like manner with all donors, staff, guests, and volunteers. 

• Agrees with and carries out responsibilities in accordance with the Mission’s policies that are included in Bread of Life Mission Directives, Code of Conduct, Statement of Faith, and Mission Statement. Willingly sign a confidentiality agreement. 

• Effective planner and organizer. 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: 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or greater in human services field. 

• Bible training preferred, demonstrated spiritual maturity required. 

• 5+ years’ experience working in the human services field with increasing responsibility. 

• Three (3) + years responsibility in a leadership role 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS: 

The employee is regularly in a typical office environment with adequate light and moderate noise levels. 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: 

Bread of Life Mission is a privately funded 501(c)3 Christian ministry. It is the policy of Bread of Life to grant equal opportunities for employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, military, gender, genetic characteristic, marital status, unemployment, domestic violence, or any other applicable grounds prohibited by law.  Our designated purpose is religious. 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: 

• Be able and willing to share the Gospel and participate in the ministry activities of Bread of Life. 

• Subscribe to Bread of Life Statement of Faith and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. 

• Adhere to the Bread of Life Employee Handbook.