Description

Benzie Senior Resources

Executive Director

Benzie Senior Resources (BSR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Benzie County, Michigan, dedicated to providing high-quality services and compassionate care to older adults. Through home-delivered meals, home health clinics, and a vibrant senior center offering meals and social engagement, BSR helps seniors remain healthy, independent, and connected in their own homes and community.

With an annual operating budget of approximately $2.5 million, a dedicated staff of 30 employees, and the support of numerous volunteers, BSR is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter.

 
Position Overview

The Executive Director provides steady, effective operational leadership for a complex, people-centered organization serving older adults in a rural community. This individual is responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of programs, supporting and developing staff, and maintaining reliable systems and processes within a resource-conscious environment.

This role is well suited for a practical, hands-on leader who values collaboration, operational excellence, and incremental, sustainable improvement.

 
Core Leadership Profile

The ideal candidate:

Enjoys hands-on staff leadership and daily operational management
Guides organizations through steady, continuous improvement rather than large-scale disruption
Leads with composure and sound judgment in environments with fixed funding and competing priorities
Understands the operational and workforce realities of rural service delivery
Maintains appropriate governance boundaries while working productively with a Board of Directors
 
Primary Responsibilities

Organizational & Operational Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day operations of BSR to ensure programs are delivered safely, consistently, and in compliance with all regulatory and funding requirements
Translate Board-approved direction into clear operational plans, priorities, and timelines
Maintain effective systems for compliance, reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and service coordination
Monitor organizational capacity and adjust operations as needed in response to staffing, funding, or service demands
Staff Leadership & Performance Management

Supervise and support a multidisciplinary leadership team through clear expectations, regular feedback, and direct communication
Maintain an effective performance management process that promotes staff development, role clarity, and retention
Utilize technology platforms and data systems to enhance communication, track performance, and improve the employee experience
Coach staff through performance challenges and encourage professional growth
Lead with awareness of recruitment, retention, and workload pressures common in rural labor markets
Board Partnership & Governance Alignment

Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors while maintaining clear operational authority
Provide timely, accurate information to support Board oversight and fiduciary responsibilities
Implement Board-approved policies and decisions with consistency and accountability
Support strong governance practices without reliance on Board involvement in daily operations
Financial & Resource Stewardship

Manage organizational resources responsibly within established funding structures
Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal controls
Ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements
Support fundraising and revenue development efforts as part of a shared organizational commitment
 
 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in health services, social sciences, business administration, or a related field; experience in geriatrics or senior services preferred
Minimum of five years of senior-level nonprofit management experience
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and financial oversight
Strong leadership, communication, and Board collaboration skills
Valid Michigan driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) and ability to pass a background check
 
Ideal Experience & Attributes

Sound operational judgment and consistent follow-through
Comfort working within established systems and resource constraints
Emotional steadiness and clarity under pressure
Respect for the complexity and dignity of serving older adults in rural communities
Commitment to teamwork, transparency, and mission-driven service
 

Requirements

See above