Chief Operating Officer Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas

Founded in 1956,Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas provides assistance to those in need by helping them help themselves. Our work strengthens both families and communities in the 21 counties we serve. We offer a wide range of specialized programs and services that span from the beginning to life’s end. We help with immediate survival needs including food, clothing and shelter. More than that, we educate, give guidance and provide resources that will result in long-term change.

All services provided are based on need — not religion, race or nationality. Our vision is that our neighbors who are challenged by poverty of mind, body and spirit find the open door of Catholic Charities and are met with help, hospitality and hope. Our purpose is to animate the Gospel of Jesus Christ by putting love into action through specialized programs and services for those in need.

Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities, as guided by the Catholic Social and Moral Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, by leading and executing agency strategy within the areas of facilities and operations, human resources, social enterprise, supply chain, and information technology. The Chief Operations Officer (COO) role is responsible for integrating technology, data, and operational execution to drive mission growth and business performance.

The COO will bring efficient and effective systems experience to increase the impact and productivity of the organization while retaining the entrepreneurial spark that drives the Catholic Charities mission. The COO provides leadership direction to staff, the President/CEO and the organization’s Board of Directors and Board of Trustees as they carry out their governance and fiduciary responsibilities.