Interdenominational

Staff Headcount: 100+

Meet Timothy Hill Ranch

The inspiring origins of Timothy Hill Ranch trace back to a young boy's heartfelt dream that blossomed into a lasting legacy of love and second chances. In the 1970s, 13-year-old Timothy Hill, moved by the struggles of foster children in his parents' care, saved his paper route earnings to envision a ranch with horses and vast fields where troubled kids could feel safe and loved. Tragically killed in a bicycle accident in 1972, Timothy's vision was embraced by his parents, Jerrell and Fern Hill, who opened the ranch's doors on November 15, 1980, using community donations and unwavering faith to turn grief into generational impact.

Timothy Hill Ranch started as a beacon of hope and transformation nestled on 86 acres in the heart of Riverhead, New York, where wide-open spaces, horse farms, and a family-like atmosphere create an ideal environment for healing and growth. Founded in 1980 as a Christ-centered nonprofit, the ranch serves as a residential campus offering group homes and transitional living for troubled young men aged 13-25, many of whom have faced abuse, neglect, foster care challenges, or other crises. With six homes, two horse farms, gardens, beehives, and an apple orchard, residents engage in daily chores like baling hay, tending animals, and harvesting eggs, fostering responsibility, discipline, and a deep connection to nature.

Today, Timothy Hill Ranch has expanded across six states and reaches 1000 of young people in their time of need as it continues to thrive as a haven, blending vocational training, education, family therapy, and spiritual guidance to empower residents toward independent, purposeful lives, earning praise from judges and community leaders for its success stories and commitment to youth who often have nowhere else to turn.. Enrolled in local schools or workforce programs, young men build skills in areas like career counseling and job readiness, while optional faith-based elements help rebuild trust and relationships.

About the CEO

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the visionary and operational leader responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of Timothy Hill Ranch. This critical role oversees the overall program, ensuring compliance with state and county licensing and governing bodies, as well as the scope determined by the Board of Directors. The CEO is entrusted with transforming hearts and changing lives through love, and strengthening character by modeling Christ-centered values, upholding the organization’s Core Values of Faith in Christ, Passion, and Integrity. Furthermore, the CEO is responsible for managing all agency programs, which includes proper planning, program development, program evaluation, and assuring adherence to all relevant regulations and state laws. A key expectation is the ability to create a positive concept of residential care for youth.

The CEO serves as a vital link between the Board and the operations of the agency, providing regular reports on the agency’s condition, finances, programs, and needs. The role is directly responsible for fiscal management within the parameters of the annual budget approved by the Board, including ensuring all receipts and disbursements are properly handled and assets are effectively managed. In collaboration with the Director of Generosity, the CEO leads the marketing and fundraising efforts of the agency, managing the overall budget and raising funds through contracts and fundraising initiatives. The CEO is the agency’s chief spokesperson and ambassador, requiring strong public speaking, communication, and interpersonal skills. The CEO also directly oversees key executive roles, including the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Director of Generosity, Director of Business & Client Development, and Director of People and Culture.

The CEO must demonstrate maturity, sound judgment, and the ability to lead with humility, decisiveness, and integrity. An essential requirement is the ability to create a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating cohesively with the Board, clients, co-workers, and contributors. Finally, the CEO must possess a lifestyle that is beyond reproach and must reside on or relocate to the East End of Long Island.

The CEO's responsibilities include:

• Read, understand, and support THCR Vision and Mission Statements.
• Manages & administers THCR in compliance between Ranch’s Board of Directors and with state and county licensing/governing bodies. The CEO is an integral part of the Board, serving as an ex-offico member. The CEO is a vital link between the Board and the operations of the agency. As such, the CEO provides regular reports on the condition of the agency – its finances, programs, and needs. The CEO keeps the Board abreast of issues and trends that bear upon agency policies. The CEO provides information and does research for the Board to help the Board handle its responsibilities.
• The CEO is responsible for managing the programs of the agency. This includes proper planning, program development, program evaluation and assuring the agency adheres to licensing regulations and state laws relating to the services provided. Ability to create a positive concept of residential care for youth.
• Directly oversees Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Generosity, Director of Business & Client Development, and Director of People and Culture.
• The CEO must have the ability to create a positive work atmosphere by behavior and communication in a manner that works cohesively with the Board, clients, co-workers, and contributors.
• The CEO leads the marketing and fundraising efforts of the agency in cooperation with the Director of Generosity. The CEO is also the chief spokesperson of the agency.
• The CEO is responsible for the fiscal management of the agency within the parameters of the annual budget approved by the Board. This includes ensuring in conjunction with CFO that all receipts and disbursements are properly handled and all assets of the organization are effectively managed. Prepares annual expense budget for overall operations to ensure sufficient funds for the year.
• Must possess a lifestyle that is beyond reproach, plus an energy level and work ethic to undertake this challenge.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the CEO:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master's in Social Work is strongly preferred.
• MBA is strongly preferred.
•  10 - 15 years of experience in residential care is strongly preferred.
•  10+ years of experience in executive leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Leadership and Management Abilities

• Visionary and Operational Leadership: Ability to serve as the visionary and operational leader responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of the organization.
• Team Building and Management: Capability to build, inspire, and manage a team across multiple states/campuses, including managing remote staff.
• Staff Oversight: Responsibility for appointing and directing necessary staff, including interviewing, hiring, and discharging personnel, and defining staff roles through written job descriptions.
• Strategic Evaluation: Ability to continuously evaluate the effectiveness of innovative approaches to improve the quality of staff competence or the facility.
• Delegation: Must be proficient in delegation to ensure effective management.
• Governance and Reporting: Ability to act as the vital link between the Board and operations, providing regular reports on the agency’s condition (finances, programs, and needs) and keeping the Board abreast of current issues and trends.

Financial and Fundraising Acumen

• Fiscal Management: Direct responsibility for the fiscal management of the agency within the annual budget parameters approved by the Board.
• Financial Knowledge: Must possess an advanced understanding of financial management, including interpreting financial statements, budget oversight, and resource allocation, in collaboration with the CFO.
• Budgetary Planning: Ability to prepare the annual expense budget for overall operations to ensure sufficient funds for the year.
• Fundraising Success: Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor relations, and community engagement.
• External Relations: Ability to lead marketing and fundraising efforts and provide information to contributors on financial vehicles like estate planning, wills, and trusts.

Operational Knowledge (Programs and Compliance)

• Compliance Expertise: Deep knowledge required to manage and administrate the overall program in compliance with state and county licensing/governing bodies and adhere to licensing regulations and state laws related to services provided.
• Program Management: Responsibility for managing agency programs, including proper planning, program development, and program evaluation.
• Youth Care Philosophy: Ability to create a positive concept of residential care for youth.
• Social Services Background: Advanced understanding of issues related to young adults, mental health, and children's issues. A strong clinical approach and knowledge of trauma-informed care are necessary.
• Multi-State Operation: Knowledge of non-profit management, specifically involving multi-state non-profit organizations, is critical due to varying regulations.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Character and Integrity: Must possess a lifestyle that is beyond reproach and demonstrate high character, integrity, passion for youth, and maturity.
• Communication Skills: Must have strong public speaking, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of serving as the organization's chief spokesperson and ambassador.
• Interpersonal Cohesion: Ability to create a positive work atmosphere by communicating and behaving cohesively with the Board, clients, co-workers, and contributors.
• Professionalism: High level of professionalism and discretion, with the ability to manage confidential information responsibly.
• Physical Demands: Must possess an energy level and work ethic to undertake the challenge, and the ability to consistently travel.
• Humility and Flexibility: Expected to lead with humility, be flexible, and be self-motivated.
• Relational Focus: Must be a "people person," a good orator, an active listener, and a collaborator, focusing on winning relationships and making key people feel heard.

What it's like to live in Riverhead, NY

Living in Riverhead, New York, is a delightful experience that perfectly blends serene rural beauty with vibrant suburban energy on Long Island's enchanting East End. Nestled along the sparkling Peconic River, the town boasts a revitalized downtown brimming with historic charm, eclectic dining options from cozy Italian spots to flavorful Jamaican cuisine, and cultural gems like the beautifully restored Art Deco Suffolk Theater, which lights up with concerts, shows, and community events. To the north, lush farmlands, award-winning vineyards, and pristine golf courses create a peaceful North Fork paradise, while nearby beaches, the thrilling Long Island Aquarium, and family favorites like Splish Splash Water Park offer endless outdoor adventures and joyful recreation. Residents revel in a welcoming suburban-rural lifestyle, with charming homes in tranquil neighborhoods along scenic routes like Sound Avenue, complemented by convenient shopping at Tanger Outlets and an array of everyday amenities.

The Riverhead community thrives on warm, inclusive connections that make every day feel like a celebration of small-town spirit in an increasingly popular destination. With a diverse population embracing backgrounds from the historic Polish Town enclave to newcomers drawn by the area's allure, locals cherish seasonal highlights such as bustling farm stands, exquisite wine tastings, lively street festivals, and the annual Polish Festival filled with traditional dances, foods, and polka music. Families adore the highly regarded Riverhead Central School District, known for its welcoming environment and support for students from all walks of life, while active adults flourish in vibrant 55+ communities featuring clubhouses, pools, and social clubs that foster lifelong friendships. Daily life is enriched by relaxing waterfront strolls, craft breweries, and a growing arts scene, creating a safe, engaging haven where neighbors become family and opportunities for personal growth abound.

Embracing Riverhead means investing in a high-quality lifestyle supported by a robust economy and thoughtful community planning. Housing options provide excellent value compared to the pricier Hamptons, while Suffolk County's property taxes help preserve vast open spaces, thriving agriculture, and the town's natural splendor. The humid subtropical climate delivers warm, sunny summers perfect for beach outings and mild winters for cozy indoor gatherings, with easy access to New York City just 75 miles away via the Hampton Jitney. Thanks to recent Downtown Revitalization Initiative projects enhancing walkability, riverfront connectivity, and mixed-use developments, Riverhead is blossoming into an ideal spot for living, working, and playing—offering East End magic, safety, and a bright future for all who call it home.