Chief Programs Officer

Chief Programs Officer

Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team! We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief, and non-recurring.

Working under the direction of the Housing Matters Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Programs Officer will be a partner to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and will develop and lead an internal team of program professionals in both on-campus and community-based supportive services roles.

Hours and Benefits

Chief Programs Officer is a full-time, salaried exempt position. Occasional evenings and weekends required.

Wages (Offer DOE) :

$156,000.00 $160,680.00 $165,505.60 $170,476.80 $175,593.60 c

• 6 Medical plans - 100% employee coverage for select plans
• Dental - 100% employee coverage
• Vision - 100% employee coverage
• Life insurance (UNUM) - 100% employee coverage
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture (for those who elect medical insurance) - 100% employee coverage
• 403b Retirement Savings matched up to 3% dollar-for-dollar with no vesting period
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance
• PTO : 20 days annually, 1 paid floating holiday, 9 paid holidays

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Leadership & Organizational Planning

Plan and execute special projects related to program expansion—including launching, consolidating, or closing programs—and securing new program locations

Demonstrate strong analytical and critical-thinking skills by using data, research, and trends to inform strategy, service development, and decision-making

Program Oversight & Quality Assurance

Ensure staffing models meet contractual guidelines, and client safety needs

Staff Leadership, Supervision & Development

Financial Management & Operational Stewardship

Contract Management, Compliance & Accreditation

Community Engagement, Partnerships & Advocacy

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Housing Matters without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer‑related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non‑merit factor unrelated to job duties. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following : recruitment, advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training (including apprenticeship), employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer.

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