Sarah Van Gulden
Merrimac,MA
Summary
Mission-driven nonprofit leader with experience directing daily operations, managing budgets, and coordinating boards and committees. Known for building organized systems, supervising staff, and maintaining compliance and expense records. Brings steady leadership that supports efficient workflows, strong accountability, and effective service to communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross
Byfield, MA
11.2021 - Current
- Direct daily operations supporting Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross mission
- Oversaw budget management for operational activities, invoices, and expense records for operations
- Directed staff responsibilities to meet project deadlines to ensure timely and cost-effective task completion.
- Organized policies, procedures, and administrative records to ensure smooth workflow.
- Coordinated board and committee meetings, prepared agendas, and managed follow-up tasks for leadership teams.
Priest-in-Charge
Trinity Episcopal Church
Havehill, MA
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed team of 4 staff and 10-15 volunteers, providing supervision and coaching to strengthen collaboration.
- Contributed to preparation and rollout of $250,000 annual budget and $2 million endowment, ensuring financial accountability.
- Facilitated organization’s transition to online community during COVID-19 pandemic, enhancing member engagement. rapid shift to online community during COVID-19 pandemic.
Executive Director
Urban Bridges Inc
Haverhill, Massachusetts
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Guided organization in prioritizing mission and strategic goals amid challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic
- Oversaw budgets, grants, and compliance to ensure sustainable operations
- Managed staff team to ensure operation of two programs serving 35 children and 50 families
- Enhanced administrative structure of a new non-profit formed from former church ministries to improve operational effectiveness
Education
Master of Divinity - Theology
Episcopal Divinity School
Closed05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English And French
Connecticut College
New London, CT05-2004
Skills
- Budget management
- Grant management
- Nonprofit compliance
- Expense tracking
- Board coordination
- Staff supervision
- Record management
- Database maintenance
Timeline
Director of Operations
Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross
11.2021 - Current
Priest-in-Charge
Trinity Episcopal Church
09.2019 - 06.2021
Executive Director
Urban Bridges Inc
09.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Divinity - Theology
Episcopal Divinity School
Bachelor of Arts - English And French
Connecticut College