North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council
Director of Operations
Apply by Tuesday, September 30, 2025, for best consideration!
About the Organization
The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council (NLCCC) is a group of North Lawndale stakeholders, including community-based organizations, business owners, elected officials, and individuals, that guide comprehensive planning and implementation in the North Lawndale community on Chicago’s West Side.
NLCCC was formed in 2015 to address decades of disinvestment and ensure a collaborative, community-based process for developing a North Lawndale Quality-of-Life plan. This grassroots effort brought together more than 70 organizations and 700 residents and stakeholders to develop a shared vision for the neighborhood’s future.
About the Opportunity
NLCCC is seeking a visionary, mission-oriented leader who will serve as the Director of Operations and assist NLCCC to move into its next phase of measured growth and stability. NLCCC’s current Executive Director joined in 2023 and this position will be the second key role created at NLCCC and will work closely with the ED.
The Director of Operations will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for NLCCC, hiring and managing staff and consultants, and providing monitoring and oversight for many of its initiatives. This position will be responsible for all aspects of operations including developing and implementing an operational plan, and ensuring that procedures are carried out ethically and properly. Additionally, the Director of Operations will regularly evaluate organizational efficiency and make necessary changes to maximize staff productivity. The Director of Operations, in partnership with the Executive Director, will assess the needs of the organization and find ways to contribute to its mission by ensuring daily operations run smoothly and efficiently.
