Assistant Director

Position Summary

The Assistant Director supports the Executive Director in overseeing the daily operations, strategic initiatives, and long-term sustainability of the Ronald McDonald House. This role plays a key part in organizational planning, data and outcomes reporting, grant development, policy creation, and cross-department coordination. The Assistant Director ensures programs, staff, and services align with the mission of providing comfort and support to families of hospitalized children.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• • Assist in developing and managing the annual operating budget in collaboration with the Executive Director and Finance Committee.
  • Monitor financial performance with McDonald’s donation boxes, round up, and in-store fundraising events for the Ronald McDonald House.
  • Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes, financial documentation, and internal controls to ensure transparency and compliance.
  • Support grants, financial reporting, audit preparation, and long-term financial planning.

Operations & House Management

• • Help oversee day-to-day house operations, ensuring a clean, safe, compassionate environment for families and staff.
  • Help manage facilities maintenance, vendor relationships, supply inventories, and operational contracts.
  • Supervise and support frontline staff, volunteers, and house operations teams; promote a culture of service, accountability, and collaboration.
  • Maintain and refine operational policies, procedures, and emergency protocols in alignment with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) standards.

Strategic Planning & Organizational Leadership

• • Support the Executive Director in leading the development, execution, and evaluation of multi-year strategic plans.
  • Analyze organizational data and trends to identify opportunities for program improvement and innovation.
  • Ensure alignment with mission, strategic priorities, and RMHC global standards.
  • Assist in staff professional development, fostering a high-performing and mission-driven team culture.

Board & Committee Relations

• • Prepare board materials, reports, dashboards, and presentations for board and committee meetings.
  • Serve as staff liaison to key committees (e.g., Finance, Operations, Strategic Planning), ensuring timely follow-up and clear communication.
  • Support board engagement by providing data, insights, and recommendations that inform governance and decision-making.
  • Assist in onboarding new board members and ensuring compliance with bylaws, policies, and governance practices.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• • Bachelor’s degree required. Nonprofit management or a related field (a master’s degree is a plus).
  • 3–5 years of leadership experience in nonprofit operations, program management, or a related area.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, grant writing, and data/report creation.
  • Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with families, staff, volunteers, donors, and board members.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Skills

• Excellent professional writing skills, including policy drafting and grant narrative development.
• Proficiency in standard software like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Full health benefits

Savings incentive match plan

English