Chief Operations Officer

Remote
$220,000 – $240,000

If you are an experienced operations executive who thrives at the intersection of strategy, people, and organizational infrastructure, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of a nationally recognized nonprofit. As Chief Operations Officer, you will oversee finance, compliance, technology, risk management, and internal operations while building the systems and teams that support the organization’s mission and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with executive leadership to translate organizational goals into operational strategy.
Oversee finance, legal, compliance, technology, security, and risk management functions.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial reporting to support organizational sustainability.
Strengthen internal systems, processes, policies, and technology to improve efficiency and scalability.
Manage and develop operational leaders while fostering collaboration across departments.
Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management practices.
Partner with cross-functional leaders to align operational priorities with organizational goals.
Drive process improvements and thoughtful technology adoption to increase efficiency.
Manage key external partnerships, vendors, and advisors.
Balance day-to-day operational leadership with long-term strategic planning.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Join a respected nonprofit making a meaningful impact.
Serve in a highly visible executive leadership role with organization-wide influence.
Enjoy a remote-first environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Work for a values-driven organization with a strong focus on work/life balance.

What We’re Looking For:

Executive leadership experience overseeing operations within a nonprofit, social impact, professional services, or similarly complex organization.
Experience supporting both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Strong financial and operational leadership experience, including management of budgets of at least $50 million.
Demonstrated success building scalable systems, improving processes, and leading organizations through growth.
Ability to align people, processes, and priorities across multiple functions.
Sound judgment, strong leadership, and a collaborative approach to decision-making.

The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offers are made at the employer’s discretion.

To apply, please send a resume to resume@hawthornelane.com.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.