Job Posting: Director of Operations

Location: Bonita Springs, FL
Organization: Liberty Youth Ranch

About Us:

Liberty Youth Ranch (LYR) is a Christian agency celebrating over 20 years of service dedicated to providing long-term support and life skills to vulnerable children and families in need. Our mission focuses on nurturing independence, achieving long-term success, and creating a multigenerational impact. As part of our mission, we maintain a debt-free, 156-acre master-planned community, operate a social enterprise, and engage in essential community outreach.

LYR is seeking a highly experienced and self-motivated Director of Operations to oversee daily operations, facilities, information technology, and security, ensuring efficient processes throughout the organization.

Position Overview:

Reporting directly to the President/CEO, the Director of Operations will provide leadership in overseeing maintenance, security, IT services, and all other operational functions. This individual will be responsible for budgeting, managing vendor/contractor relationships, developing project proposals, and ensuring that the campus remains safe, functional, and aligned with our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Management & Leadership:

• Provide direct oversight of facilities, security, IT, and maintenance departments.
• Meet regularly with department heads to review operations, work orders, and projects.
• Participate in strategic planning with the President/CEO and leadership team.
• Create policies and procedures to streamline IT requests, gift-in-kind donations, and maintenance processes. Oversee and achieve a perfect history of regulatory compliance excellence in all annual inspections.

Operations & Maintenance:

• Coordinate building and property projects, including obtaining vendor proposals and managing contracts and timelines.
• Ensure campus infrastructure (roadways, utilities, security, and land) is maintained and improved.
• Oversee the planning and execution of landscaping and grounds upkeep.

IT and Security Management:

• Assign and manage IT personnel for technical projects across the organization.
• Implement and ensure best practices for IT security and operations using tools like Microsoft Teams and Artificial Intelligence.
• Oversee campus security, including monitoring safety protocols and managing incident responses.

Budgeting & Procurement:

• Prepare and monitor the departmental budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Review and approve expenditures for operational departments.
• Coordinate vendor bids and manage contracts for large-scale projects.

Staffing & Onboarding:

• Lead hiring and onboarding processes for the operations team.
• Schedule staffing and allocate resources to cover special events and time-off requests.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and professional development sessions with team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, facilities oversight, or project management.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple departments and ensure cross-functional coordination.
• Familiarity with IT systems and security protocols is a plus.
• Experience working in a faith-based and nonprofit environment is highly desirable.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment focused on making a meaningful impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Purpose and opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a Christian community and nonprofit organization.

To Apply:
No phone calls, please. Submit your cover letter and resume to HR@LibertyYouthRanch.org with “Director of Operations” in the subject line or mail to Attention Human Resources, Liberty Youth Ranch, Post Office Box 366206, Bonita Springs, Florida, 34136. For more information about Liberty Youth Ranch, please visit www.LibertyYouthRanch.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Operations management: 5 years (Required)
• Leadership: 5 years (Required)
• Organizational skills: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bonita Springs, FL 34135: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person