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Deputy Director Community Partners In Caring Santa Maria, CA Job Details Full-time $74,880 - $83,200 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Qualifications Strategic goal setting Teamwork Program management Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Regulatory compliance Social service program staff supervision Operations coordination planning Master's degree Social media platforms Documentation tools Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Compliance reporting for grants Business Administration Nonprofit industry grant writing Non-profit experience Full Job Description Ensure staff have the tools, training, resources, and support necessary to successfully perform their duties. Assist in the development, implementation, and refinement of organizational policies, procedures, workflows, and internal systems. Monitor program outcomes, operational performance, and service delivery metrics; identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions when necessary. Collect, analyze, and present operational and program data to support informed decision-making by the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Support organizational planning, budgeting, and cross-department coordination. Ensure staff have the tools, training, resources, and support necessary to successfully perform their duties. Assist in the development, implementation, and refinement of organizational policies, procedures, workflows, and internal systems. Monitor program outcomes, operational performance, and service delivery metrics; identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions when necessary. Collect, analyze, and present operational and program data to support informed decision-making by the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Support organizational planning, budgeting, and cross-department coordination. Community and Stakeholder Engagement Lead and oversee community outreach and marketing initiatives and engagement activities that support the mission and goals of CPC. Build, strengthen, and maintain collaborative relationships with community stakeholders, including faith-based organizations, cultural groups, educational institutions, businesses, social service agencies, healthcare providers, and neighborhood organizations. Represent CPC at community meetings, public events, networking functions, and partnership activities. Deliver presentations and communicate organizational initiatives effectively to diverse audiences. Identify opportunities to expand community partnerships, outreach efforts, and public awareness of CPC programs and services. Support volunteer engagement and community participation initiatives. Fund Development and Grants Support grant development activities, including research, proposal preparation, budget coordination, and submission processes. Assist in overseeing grant implementation, compliance, reporting requirements, and program deliverables. Identify and pursue opportunities for program growth and organizational sustainability through grants and partnerships. Prepare reports and supporting documentation for funding agencies, the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors. Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director. Maintain flexibility in response to evolving organizational and community needs. Required Skills and Qualifications Minimum six years of experience in the nonprofit sector, including at least three years in a leadership or management role. Minimum two years of supervisory experience managing staff and program operations. Strong leadership, organizational, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to translate organizational goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong public speaking and community engagement abilities. Experience in program management, reporting, compliance, and operational oversight. Experience with grant writing, grant management, and grant reporting required. Social media and marketing experience Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred with experiences serving diverse communities. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, public administration, social services, communications, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, nonprofit leadership experience, and demonstrated management experience may be considered. Additional Requirements Ability to travel throughout CPC's service area for meetings, events, and community engagement activities. Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends based on organizational and program needs. Position requires regular fieldwork, outreach activities, and attendance at off-site meetings and events. Professional demeanor and attire required when representing the organization. Equal Opportunity Employer Community Partners in Caring is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members. To apply, submit resume and cover letter no later than October 2, 2026, 5 p.m. to and/or

Pay:

$74,880.00 - $83,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person