Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Are you passionate about helping foster children and families? Now is an excellent opportunity to join an ethnically and culturally diverse team of multidisciplinary professionals.

Our client is a community-based, non-profit youth and family development agency. Founded to develop educational and social programs to enrich the lives of at-risk youth, our mission is to provide quality youth and family programs to create healthier communities through lifelong partnerships.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

Our client values their employees’ time and efforts. Their commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $178K- $200K annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off and holidays and a flexible schedule

Plus, they work to maintain the best possible environment for their employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. They strive to provide a collaborative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to their processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Your Role:

As the CEO, you will oversee the complete operation of the organization, working under the guidance of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. You will establish and implement the corporate vision, overseeing program development, financial performance, legal compliance, and long-range planning. You will lead an Advisory Board to meet client needs through high-quality programs and external alliances, promoting the organization’s visibility in the community. You must be a relationship-oriented leader who communicates effectively with stakeholders and maximizes the organization’s impact. You will also inspire support for the organization by sharing its compelling story and ensuring organizational excellence. A broad experience in leadership, fund development, and community engagement is essential for your success.

To thrive, you should have:

• Minimum 5-7 years of executive-level experience in a comparable role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field (Advanced Degree preferred).
• Strong understanding of the Social Service and/or Foster Care industry.
• Proven leadership in nonprofit organizations, including board relations, financial management, and fund development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work closely with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in managing organizations through growth and restructuring.

Your responsibilities as the Chief Executive Officer will include the following:

• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic programs to achieve organizational objectives.
• Drive solutions by identifying opportunities and challenges within the community and organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including legislators and the community.
• Lead and manage the organization’s fiscal resources, including budget preparation and financial oversight.
• Develop and mentor staff, ensuring professional growth, clear responsibilities, and high morale.

• Represent the organization as an articulate and credible public presence, advocating for the organization’s mission.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.