Vice President of Operation

Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$158,710.64–$186,718.40 Per Year

SKILLS

Administrative Management, Alliance/Partner Management, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, Executive Assistant Skills , Fitness, Funding, Genetics, High School Diploma, Leadership, LinkedIn, Negotiation Skills, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Replication and Remote Mirroring, Team Player, Time Management

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

Today

***This position will be open to INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY until Friday, May 15, 2026. This position will be open to external candidates through Friday, May 22, 2026, until 5:00 p.m. Resumes received after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026, will not be considered. The selected candidate will assume this position starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026***

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Vice President of Operations (VP of Operations) supports the Chief Operations Officer and Executive Vice President (COOEVP) in leading the strategic and day-to-day operational management of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS). This role ensures the effective implementation of programs, services, and organizational systems aligned with the ULMS mission. The VP of Operations serves on the senior leadership team, providing tactical leadership across departments and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders including the Board of Directors, public officials, community partners, donors, and staff.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, non-profit management or related field strongly desired
7+ years of professional management experience, ideally in a rapidly evolving non-profit organization
Highly organized and ability to wear multiple hats in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment; a driving force who manages toward clarity and solutions
A successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, guiding investment in people and systems, and developing an infrastructure that creates a stronger and more efficient organization
Thorough understanding of project management; able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and goals
A consummate team player with a flexible and creative approach
Excellent communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; high level of knowledge and understanding, especially as it relates to program replication, connecting programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building strategic partnerships
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to ULMS' mission
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Demonstrates cultural competency
Ability to build trust quickly
Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights and weekends

ULMS Total Compensation

** Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period

Medical - $8,741.40 per year
Dental - $570 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - $57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds - up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities

Paid Time Off

~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break

WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave - 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid
Workers Compensation Coverage - $395.20 - $3,591.33 per year (depending on class code)
Taxes - 9.8% of salary

At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our program participants, and our community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Compensation: $158,710.64 - $186,718.40 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What does the Urban League Do?

With a vision of equity for all, the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) empowers those we serve by providing programming and services designed to support and encourage self-sufficiency in all aspects of life. Our areas of focus include advocacy & community engagement, education, entrepreneurship, housing, public health equity, and workforce development.

Vice President of Operation

Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle

Seattle, WA

About the Company

Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle

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