Colorado Nonprofit Association

Executive Director

The Rose Andom Center, Colorado’s first family justice center, is a survivor-centered, trauma-informed collaborative that cultivates hope for individuals and families impacted by intimate partner violence and sexual assault. At the Rose Andom Center, organizations and agencies work together under one roof to promote hope and healing for survivors and their children.

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership for the Rose Andom Center and directs programs and operations of the Center, oversees the activities of staff, personnel matters, the operating budget, and financial health of the organization. To effectively lead a nationally affiliated family justice center, the Executive Director also promotes a collaborative organizational framework, grounded in trauma-informed practices, to successfully coordinate key partnerships with leadership of community organizations and government partners to effectively carry out the mission of the Rose Andom Center.

The Executive Director’s position provides direct supervision and oversight of the Rose Andom Center’s daily operations, as well as strategic direction and leadership for the organization in collaboration with the Board of Directors. The Executive Director will ensure the delivery of relevant and impactful services and compliance with Center policies and regulations.

The Rose Andom Center Executive Director ensures that all operations at the Center are consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Rose Andom Center through collaborative leadership. The Executive Director should have a strong background in victim services, including, but not limited to, domestic violence, sexual assault, knowledge of proposed and current laws affecting victim services and effective intervention strategies. Familiarity with criminal and civil legal processes and government and non-profit services related to victim services is also preferred.

The Executive Director reports to the Rose Andom Center Board of Directors and serves as the primary contact with elected officials and the media. The Executive Director should be an effective communicator, possessing the interpersonal skills needed to build relationships with onsite and offsite partners, as well as with city and county departments, community-based organizations, funders, and donors. The Executive Director must be culturally inclusive and trauma-informed, as well as foster the collective understanding among staff of the mission, vision, and values of the Rose Andom Center and ensure staff are qualified and trained to perform the duties of their jobs in service to clients and the mission.

The Executive Director should possess skills in finance and budgeting, operational and staff management, fundraising, grant-writing, compliance requirements, preparing written reports and interagency communications, and speaking with the media.

The Executive Director should possess managerial skills and the flexibility to address the needs of a frequently changing organization, including embracing and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion as organizational values among staff and in regard to client interactions.

Essential Functions

The following is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

1. Executive Management: This position is responsible for the oversight of operations of the Rose Andom Center, including but not limited to the administrative, risk management, budget, grant management, human resources, development activities, volunteer management and facility operations. This includes attention to equity and inclusivity in hiring, training of staff, and day-to-day interactions among staff and with clients. This position has no direct authority over partner agencies; however, the position evaluates services and recommends improvements to existing programs to improve services.

2. Finances and Fund Development: Responsible for ensuring that the annual budget reflects realistic revenue projections, and the Rose Andom Center is funded through appropriate revenue sources. Oversees all fundraising and marketing efforts and ensures that these efforts meet the goals set by the Board of Directors. Cultivates key relationships in the community and with donors to increase giving and broaden the base of effective contacts and lead the planning and execution of capital campaigns. Oversees and implements a fund development plan involving the creation of a comprehensive fund development strategy that includes diverse and balanced annual funding revenues, identifying new funding opportunities, development of earned income initiatives, expansion of planned giving, and recommendations regarding special campaigns such as capital or endowment campaigns. Leverages strengths of both Board members and the organization as a whole to generate increased levels of funding.

3. Oversight and accountability of services: Oversees selecting, contracting, and coordinating the work that staff and partners provide to guests. Oversees work with partners, vendors, contract preparation, administration, compliance determination, program changes and expansions. Responsible for identifying, collecting, and reporting metrics and outcomes to assess and communicate the impact of the Rose Andom Center services and inform future program development and continuous improvement. Oversight of partners is solely collaborative; this position does not have direct authority over employees of partner agencies, unless the health and safety of the center guests and/or employees or other partner agencies is at risk.

4. Collaboration: This position is responsible for ensuring positive and effective relationships with community partners to foster access to available services for clients and should be familiar with strategies for collaborative partnerships as well as conflict resolution processes. This position is responsible for maintaining a positive and collaborative relationship with the Center Board of Directors, providing the Board with appropriate and timely information, and overseeing compliance with all Board policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for coordination and communication with all committees acting as the Board liaison.

5. Communication: Promotes awareness and support for the Rose Andom Center with multiple audiences, including the general public, potential guests, donors and potential donors, staff, government and foundation funders, elected officials, and media. Effectively uses program metrics and outcomes to assess and communicate the impact of the Rose Andom Center services. Must be able to speak and write clearly, passionately and diplomatically about the organization and its work.

Job Requirements

Leadership: Requires judicious decision-making, collaborative leadership skills, providing strategic direction and vision, and effectively articulating and communicating the mission, vision, and values of the organization to staff, volunteers, partner organizations, members of the Rose Andom Center Board of Directors, donors and other external stakeholders. This position represents the Center in the community and serves as the spokesperson and lead point person on media interactions that help promote and/or advance the mission of the organization.

Supervision: Requires managing and monitoring work performance of a non-profit, to include evaluating work objectives and effectiveness, ensuring the operations are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the Rose Andom Center, aligning and realigning work and staffing assignments of Center employees, preparing annual performance planning of direct reports, completing annual performance reviews of director reports, and reviewing annual performance reviews of Center staff. Provides supervision, oversight and direction to the management team and ensures the continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization.

Collaboration: Must interact with key stakeholders, leaders and staff of community partner organizations, community stakeholders, and donors on key organizational issues, as well as exercising participative management skills, high levels of collaboration and negotiation, and the ability to reach consensus on complex issues to achieve organizational goals and objectives collaboratively. Must collaborate closely with the leadership of community partner organizations to ensure strong partnerships that benefit Rose Andom Center clients and must strive for conflict resolution in situations where conflict arises with community partners. Must also maintain positive and collaborative relationships with current and potential Board members.

Policies: Must be familiar with operational policies and Rose Andom Center by-laws and work with members of the Board of Directors on any needed policy revisions to operational policies or by-laws and on developing new or revised policies for enhancing the operations of the Center.

Freedom to Act: Performs duties within broad parameters defined by the Rose Andom Center vision and mission under the direction of the Board of Directors and is expected to work independent of the Board and with the Rose Andom Center management team on how objectives are achieved and what resources are needed for day-to-day operations and delivery of services.

Technical Skills: Requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches managing a non-profit organization and in managing staff, which affect the design and implementation of major programs, solutions for highly complex issues, and/or processes of the whole organization. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary for applying technical skills effectively in a collaborative manner to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.

Fiscal Responsibility: Responsible for fundraising to ensure the Rose Andom Center meets its financial goals. Has responsibility for final approval of the Center budgetary recommendations to the Board of Directors. Has fiscal accountability to monitor progress towards fiscal objectives and adjusts plans as necessary to reach them. Oversees periodic financial reporting to the Board of Directors, funders, donors, and other interested parties. Responsible for management of all grants to the Rose Andom Center and for assuring compliance requirements related to funding and finances, including an annual audit, are completed.

Writing: Requires an advanced ability to write reports, organization memos, organization policy language, and letters to leaders of partner organizations, and key community leaders, including local elected officials.

Other Requirements: This position requires a criminal background check and proof of current COVID vaccinations.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in relevant field preferred, or a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, and ten years’ executive level management experience.

Experience: Subject matter expertise in non-profit management and trauma-informed practices, which could include domestic violence, elder abuse, human trafficking, sexual assault and child abuse. Success in building and maintaining collaborative partnerships, as well as at least ten years’ experience in management of human resources, successful record of fund development, grant management and management of operations and budgeting.

Knowledge: Knowledge of nonprofit management, interpersonal violence issues and their effect on adult victims and children who are impacted by domestic violence; developing and sustaining collaborative partnerships; a strong working knowledge of the criminal legal system, including proposed and current laws affecting victims of interpersonal violence and their perpetrators.

Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance/Privacy Officer

Position Summary
The VP, General Counsel, and Chief Compliance/Privacy Officer (VP-GC/CCPO) serves as the primary legal advisor and strategic leader for the institution. This executive oversees the legal, corporate compliance, privacy, research regulatory affairs, and enterprise risk management functions. The VP-GC/CCPO provides expert legal counsel, ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a culture of ethics, and mitigates risk to support the institution’s mission of excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Essential Duties
General Counsel, Strategic Business Partner and Department Leader

1. Serve as the principal legal advisor and a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, contributing to institutional decision-making and policy development.
2. Oversee all legal matters, including healthcare law, research compliance, labor and employment, contracts, litigation, intellectual property, governance, and regulatory affairs.
3. Provide guidance on legal risks and opportunities affecting the institution.
4. Lead and manage the Office of General Counsel, including outside legal counsel engagement.
5. Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
6. Build, mentor, lead high-performing teams across the legal, compliance, privacy, and risk management functions.

Corporate Compliance and Privacy

1. Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive compliance program to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies.
2. Act as a trusted resource for compliance education and training for staff, faculty, and leadership.
3. Monitor and address emerging regulatory requirements and enforcement trends.
4. Serve as the institution’s Chief Privacy Officer, ensuring compliance with all applicable data privacy laws, including HIPAA, GDPR, and other state and federal regulations.
5. Lead the institution’s response to privacy breaches, investigations, and reporting requirements.
6. Promote privacy best practices across clinical, research, and administrative operations.

Research Regulatory Affairs

1. Appointed by the CEO to serve at the Institutional Official (IO).  The IO is responsible for ensuring that the NJH HRPP, Institutional Review Board(s) (IRB(s)) and the Animal Welfare Program including the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) have the resources and support necessary to comply with all organizational policies, laws, and regulations.
2. Oversee research compliance and regulatory functions, ensuring adherence to IRB, IACUC, and other regulatory requirements governing human and animal research.
3. Ensure alignment with funding agencies and federal research policies (e.g., NIH, NSF, FDA).

Enterprise Risk Management

1. Responsible for the oversight of the enterprise risk management program to ensure ongoing assessment of significant risks confronting the organization and the implementation of standardized means for mitigating, overseeing, and reporting on these risks.
2. Manages the institution’s corporate insurance program.

Competencies

1. Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
2. Informing and Communicating: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
3. Talent Management: Clearly establishes and communicates expectations and accountabilities; monitors and evaluates performance; provides effective feedback and coaching; identifies development needs and helps employees address them to achieve optimal performance.
4. Building Strategic Relationships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
5. Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
6. Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people. Addresses conflicts by focusing on the issues at hand to develop effective solutions when disputes or disagreements occur; helps others resolve conflicts by providing impartial mediation when needed.
7. Impact and Influence: Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved. The ability to generate support from others to achieve desired business outcomes. It also involves taking advantage of opportunities to make a difference and have an impact. When used well, the intended outcome of this competency is the creation of goodwill, trust, and respect while motivating people to want to follow you even when they do not have to.
8. Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
9. Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
10. Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
11. Champion of Change: Facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace. Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others. 
12. Creativity and Innovation: Applies creative problem-solving skills to develop solutions to problems; recognizes and demonstrates the value in taking “smart” risks and learning from mistakes; develops multiple alternatives and understands the feasibility of each; effectively shares and implements his/her ideas. Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
13. Perseverance/Resourcefulness: Accesses and utilizes available resources inside and outside the company.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
Manages 1-10 employees

Travel
None

Core Values

1. Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
2. Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
3. Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
4. Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
5. Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.
6. Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures. 
7. Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
8. Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Juris Doctor Degree (JD) required.
2. Work Experience: A minimum 10 years Academic Medical Center, higher education, health care system experience required; Knowledge and experience working with federal research regulations.
3. Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Knowledge and experience in business and/or organizational ethics, interpreting and managing federal and state compliance regulations in a health care setting.  Specifically, in, fraud and abuse laws, Medicare Conditions of Participation, ADA, ACA sec. 1557, OLAW, HIPAA, FDA, NIH and OHRP.  Proven track record of leading and managing divisions and/or departments.

Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. 

Exec Director / CEO

 QUALIFICATIONS 

The successful
candidate selected will be someone who embodies Pueblo Community College
Foundation’s (PCCF) core values, and who believes fully in our mission and
vision. 

The ideal
candidate must be a proven nonprofit leader who can demonstrate successful
fundraising campaigns. 

The
successful candidate must nurture existing donor relationships and develop new
donor relationships. 

The
successful candidate must have superb attention to detail, be self-motivated,
possess strong entrepreneurial skills and make sound decisions under pressure.  

The successful
candidate must possess superior communication skills with an ability to write
and speak persuasively about the role of philanthropy and must provide a record
of his/her abilities to collaborate constructively with other members of nonprofit
organizations, donors, sponsors, and community constituents.  

Preference
will be given to the candidate who has an association with an institution of higher
education and/or top-tier professional employment with a multi-million-dollar
nonprofit organization. 

EDUCATION
AND EXPERIENCE 

· Bachelor’s
degree from and Accredited Institution of Higher Education. A degree with emphasis in business and/or
nonprofit management is preferred. 

· A
minimum of five (5) years of experience in nonprofit management/leadership and
proven successes with major development campaigns, volunteer development and
administrative operations.  

· Nonprofit
Management Training including fiscal management, human resources, and fund
development. 

ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES 

This
position reports to the Board Leadership Team, the Executive Director/CEO is
the key management position for the Pueblo Community College Foundation (PCCF)
and is responsible for overseeing the adherence to the organization’s mission
and financial objectives along with being responsible for: 

· Management
of the Pueblo-based office and organization’s staffing. 

· Development
and implementation of past, present and new funding sources designed to support
the Foundation’s robust scholarship program and to enhance programs of academic
excellence at Pueblo Community College.  

· Oversight
of the organization’s assets including financial and real estate holdings 

· Development
of a local, state, and national volunteer base designed to enhance the
organization’s operation and college outreach. 

· Planning
and implementation of the organization’s marketing as it pertains to the
overall traditional and social messaging and campaigns designed to support specific
funding opportunities. 

The Executive
Director/CEO will work closely with the PCC Leadership Team (President and College
Administration) and the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) Foundation 

GOVERNANCE 

· Responsible
for leading PCCF in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s
mission as defined by the Board Leadership, seeking their involvement in policy
decisions, fundraising, and increasing the overall visibility of the Foundation
throughout southern Colorado and within the State of Colorado. 

· Responsible
for communicating effectively with the Board Leadership and providing, in a
timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for that Leadership to
function properly and to make informed decisions. Works with the Board
Leadership and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs,
strategic planning, and community outreach. 

· Jointly,
with the president and secretary of the Board Leadership team, conduct official
correspondence of the organization, and execute legal documents. 

EXECUTIVE
ADMINISTRATION 

· Provide
strategic vision via leadership and policy guidance for all areas of
development in a manner consistent with the mission of the Foundation. 

· Responsible
for long-range strategies that ensure that PCCF maintains its mission and core
values.  

· Lends
support to PCCF Board Leadership in its fiduciary responsibility of overseeing
the fiscal integrity of the organization; including the submission of an annual
budget and monthly financial statements, both of which accurately reflect the
financial condition of the organization. 

· Serves
as the lead spokesperson for the organization’s constituents, the media, and
the public. 

OPERATIONS 

· Responsible
for the fiscal management that anticipates operating within the approved
budget, as well as ensure maximum resource utilization and maintenance of the
organization in a positive financial position.  

· Supervises
the Foundation’s financial consultants/personnel  

· Oversight
of internal controls and processes to ensure the accuracy of financial information
and efficiencies in administrative systems. Oversight of financial consultants
and external auditor in preparation of audit schedules and tax return
preparation. Maintains official records and documents and ensures compliance
with federal, state, and local regulations. 

· Coordinates
Office Management and daily operations. 

· Responsible
for the recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid staff,
consultants, and volunteers. Ensures that job descriptions are developed,
regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices
are in place. 

· Oversees
updating of Personnel Handbook and policies of employment. 

· Supervises
the Administrative Assistant to ensure the proper management of the PCCF donor
database, including confidentiality, accuracy, and timely entry of donor
records. In addition, works with the AA to ensure that there is timely and
accurate acknowledgement of donor gifts, concerns, and requests.  

· Present
to the foundation’s Board leadership and college administration a complete and
comprehensive report at the close of each academic year or at any time upon
request. 

· Ultimate
responsibility for the success of the foundation and any campaigns. 

· Publish
the PCCF Legacy Magazine annually. 

· Accepts
and executes other duties as suggested/requested by the Board leadership. 

DEVELOPMENT 

· Responsible
for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support the
foundation’s mission, setting the pace and leadership for the cultivation and
solicitation of donors through the development of campaigns that fully maximize
fundraising processes and the efforts of PCCF including any capital and
specialty campaigns on behalf of the college. 

· Communicates,
explains, and interprets the strategic vision both in and out of office
especially regarding capital campaigns and general fundraising. 

· Actively
and aggressively pursues external financial support through capital, annual,
planned, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and specialty campaigns. 

· Gives
broad leadership to the development of innovative approaches and strategies to
secure financial support. 

· Collaborates
to launch new fundraising efforts, involving outside leadership as appropriate. 

· Motivates
involvement among members of the Foundation team (staff and volunteer) to
secure individual, corporate and foundation support. 

· Recruits,
trains, and encourages Board leadership in fundraising and visibility efforts. 

· Evaluates
the giving capacity and interest of appropriate individuals and groups. 

· Develop
and implement planned giving programs in tandem with volunteer leadership and
college personnel. 

· Oversees
the coordination of and the assessment of annual and special fundraising
events. 

· Dedicates
considerable time and attention to external constituents which will directly
enhance fundraising efforts on behalf of the foundation and the college. 

· Provide
prospective donors with information and assistance in making gifts. 

· Maintains
the lead role in gift solicitation. Communicates the foundation’s mission and
plans to donors and prospective donors. Develops and sustains individual,
corporate, community and foundation relations. Builds and maintains ongoing
relationships with major donors and works firsthand to cultivate, solicit, and
steward leadership donations. 

· Prepares
the foundation’s annual development plan and revenue forecasts in cooperation
with staff for Board Leadership presentation and adoption. Monitors and reports
on performance against plan and budget. 

INSTITUTIONAL
ADVANCEMENT 

· Fosters
a greater public understanding of, and appreciation for, the foundation and its
role within the college; our histories, our missions, the college’s programs of
academic excellence and all parties involved (foundation, college,
students/scholars) in order to secure strong community and financial support
for the foundation’s annual operations, capital and endowment growth 

· Builds
the same understanding and appreciation among the foundation team members to
achieve and project unity in supporting the vision and mission of both the
foundation and the college. 

· Enhances
the foundation’s image by being active and visible in the community and by
working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations. Works
closely, as well, with the PCC president and other senior staff in the
identification and development of fundraising initiative and new program
developments. 

· Establishes
and maintains relationships with other foundations of two and four-year
institutions of higher learning and utilizes those relationships to
strategically enhance the foundation’s mission. 

· Works
closely with college alumni to foster involvement and support among graduates
and constituents of the college. 

STUDENT SUCCESS 

· Works
to continually increase funding for the Foundation’s student scholarship program
and enhances existing programs and develops innovative programs to assist with
student health and human needs. 

· Builds
relationships with PCC’s offices of student recruitment and retention to
advance the Foundation’s scholarship program. 

· Builds
relationships with PCC’s student clubs and organizations to allow PCCF student
scholars volunteer opportunities. 

· Works
closely with the Office of Student Success to continue the nonprofit oversight
of the PCC Panther Student Panties and works together to foster greater
community involvement with this valuable student resource. 

· Acts
as the lead donor for the annual PCC Thanksgiving Basket Give Away by engaging community
members, business, and organizations to participate in the donation campaign. 

OTHER
SKILLS REQUIRED: 

· Demonstrated
proficiency in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, Power Point,
Publisher, and other database programs.  

Legal Affairs Director

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We are seeking a Legal Affairs Director to serve as the chief legal advisor for AWWA, providing comprehensive legal support and guidance. This role focuses on general legal triage and contract management, ensuring the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Actively informs and supports the executive management team and Board for AWWA. 

Essential Functions

• Legal Triage: Provide timely and effective legal triage, assessing and prioritizing legal issues (i.e. contracts, employee relations, business risks) as they arise.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks, providing strategic advice to the executive team and board of directors. 
• Litigation Management: Oversee and manage any litigation or legal disputes involving the organization.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including non-profit governance and tax-exempt status requirements. 
• IP Protection: Ensure protection of all AWWA IP including industry standards, trademark and logos. 
• Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership agreements. 
• Oversight of External Legal Counsel: Manage and optimize the work of external counsel, including billing/spend tracking. Ensure cost-effective and high-standard legal representation that aligns with the company’s budget and strategic objectives.
• Policy Development: Partner with key staff to develop and implement organizational policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices. 
• Board Support: Partner with key staff to provide legal support and guidance to the board of directors, including attending board meetings, managing AWWAs bylaws and Board Policy Manual, and section (i.e., chapter) documents including bylaws, insurance and affiliation agreements. 
• Travel required, up to 5%.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications or Formal Training:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Admission to the bar in Colorado required.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, preferably in non-profit, government affairs, or public sector setting (or combination) required.

Executive Director

Position Summary: Lead and manage strategic initiatives that promote accounting education and growth of the accounting talent pipeline in Colorado, including driving fundraising efforts to sustain and expand programs. This role works closely with the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, COCPA staff, educators, and stakeholders to advance scholarship programs, fundraising efforts, and student engagement initiatives, making a meaningful impact on the community and the future of the accounting profession.

About the Organization: The Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs (the Foundation or Organization) is a 501(c)(3) with primary activities of fundraising, granting of scholarships, and promoting accounting education. The Foundation is affiliated with the Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA), founded in 1904 as a 501(c)(6) professional membership association for CPAs in Colorado with a membership of 6,000+. The Foundation and the COCPA are equal opportunity employers committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Core Values – A successful candidate will embrace and consistently demonstrate the Core Values:

• We are Adaptable and Courageous – Be afraid and do it anyway.
• We Practice a Can Do Attitude – Yes we can!
• We Are Engaged and Dependable – Count on me. Count on us.
• We Deliver Professional High Quality Work – Excellence is the norm.
• We are Member/People Focused – People come first at COCPA.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Estimated 25% of role)

Lead, Manage, and Maintain Accountability for Strategy

• Collaborate with the Board of Trustees and COCPA team to develop and execute the Foundation’s mission-aligned strategy by following the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).
• Provide leadership to staff, volunteers, and stakeholders to maintain focus on strategic priorities.
• Establish measurable success metrics and ensure program outcomes align with organizational goals.
• Adapt organizational processes and initiatives as needed to meet changing needs and opportunities.

Drive Fundraising and Donor Engagement

• Develop and execute fundraising strategy, including annual campaigns such as Colorado Gives Day and Battle of the Brains.
• Cultivate relationships with donors and sponsors to secure financial support for the Foundation.
• Lead initiatives to increase contributions annually by 15%+ over the next five years.
• Ensure timely acknowledgment and accurate record keeping for donor contributions.

Manage Strategic Relationships & Promote Accounting Profession

• Represent the Foundation at key public events, conferences, and educational institutions.
• Cultivate strong relationships with Trustees and community leaders to enhance the Foundation’s reach and impact.
• Conduct outreach to faculty and students to foster collaboration and engagement.
• Identify and participate in events such as career fairs and networking opportunities to expand outreach efforts.

Ensure Proper Governance, Compliance, & Financial Oversight

• Coordinate and attend all Board meetings, ensuring detailed minutes and accurate documentation are maintained.
• Prepare and present annual budgets while monitoring compliance with financial goals, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee financial operations, including donor receipts, scholarships, and investments, in collaboration with the COCPA Finance Team.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by managing tax filings, financial reports, insurance coverage, secretary of state registrations, and policy updates in partnership with external accounting professionals.

PROGRAM MANAGER (Estimated 60% of role)

Administer Scholarship Programs

• Coordinate with COCPA Marketing Team (BOI) to promote scholarship programs.
• Administer annual scholarship application and selection processes for merit-based and community college transfer scholarships.
• Maintain scholarship management software and ensure accurate distribution and tracking of scholarship funds and recipients.
• Guide Trustees through the recipient selection process and maintain communication with winners.

Plan and Deliver Student Engagement and Development Initiatives

• Manage the Gold Key Award program, including nominations, certificates, award distribution, ceremony planning, and presentation materials.
• Oversee the mentorship program, including mentor/mentee recruitment, matching, and ongoing support.
• Build a network of student champions, representing Colorado schools with accounting programs.
• Identify and promote COCPA membership to student prospects and follow up during renewal periods.
• Facilitate and participate in middle and high school outreach events to encourage early interest in accounting careers.
• Develop and implement college outreach initiatives, such as informational sessions, workshops, and campus events to raise awareness of accounting career opportunities.
• Coordinate with COCPA Marketing Team (BOI) to solicit participation and engagement.

Create and Manage Student Resources

• Collaborate with the COCPA Marketing and Operations team to develop tools and resources to support students in their academic and career success, leveraging COCPA’s website and marketing resources, including creation of materials to support and deliver intern presentations to COCPA member accounting firms.
• Use digital platforms and social media to engage students and enhance community involvement.
• Provide one-on-one support to students or volunteers as needed.
• Identify and secure promotional items (“swag”) to encourage student engagement and COCPA membership.

Design and Execute Faculty Development Initiatives

• Work with faculty and the COCPA Operations team to design and implement the annual Accounting Educators Conference, aligning programs with academic needs.
• Develop and manage communication strategies to engage faculty and increase event participation.
• Leverage relationships with faculty to advance the Foundation’s mission and programs

Coordinate & Engage Volunteers

• Recruit and organize volunteers for career fairs and similar student-focused events.
• Coordinate event logistics, promotion, and execution to ensure seamless volunteer support and participation.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (Estimated 15% of role)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, accounting, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, or program administration
• Certifications, credentials or advanced education a plus (i.e. CPA or Master’s degree)
• Familiarity with the accounting profession and its career pathways is a plus

Customer Service Skills

• Commitment to the core value “We are Member/People Focused”
• Poised, personable, and professional manner on the phone and in-person
• Ability to respond to students, donors, and team needs efficiently and effectively

Communication Skills

• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to effectively communicate the Foundation’s mission and impact, including through public speaking

Data Processing and System Skills

• Experience working in cloud-based accounting (Quickbooks a plus)
• Experience with Google Office Suite
• Ability to work in an association management and scholarship software system
• Basic math skills
• Ability to use office equipment such as personal computer, computer printer, desktop calculator, scanner, and copier

Networking and Relationship Building Skills

• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, community leaders, and board members

Leadership and Management Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work with a Board of Directors, recruit and manage volunteers, and collaborate with various teams.
• Ability to be self-directed

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks

General Skills

• Excellent organizational skills
• Proactive problem solver
• Punctual and dependable
• Excellent judgment in handling confidential information
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow up on required tasks
• Must pass a criminal background and credit check

Physical requirements

• Sitting – Frequently
• Talking and hearing – Frequently
• Using hands to touch, type, handle, move objects – Frequently
• Lift up to 25 lbs. – Occasionally
• Standing – Occasionally
• Walking – Occasionally
• Non-smoking office

Work Schedule

• Anticipated 40 hours of work per week with additional hours required for time-critical projects or during high work volume periods
• The physical office is open for business from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and by appointment, 7:30 a.m. to noon on Friday (Core Hours). The specific hours and schedule will be determined jointly and approved with at least 30 hours a week scheduled during Core Office hours
• Remote work hours available by election and with approval (some weekly in-person work required)
• Regular travel within Colorado to attend events and meetings (20%) and occasional out-of-state travel for professional development

Executive Director of HAWC

Open Position Description: 

Executive Director of HAWC

Position Overview
Healthy Air and Water Colorado (HAWC) is seeking a dynamo Executive Director to lead the organization into an exciting new phase of growth. After launching in an initial phase as a sponsored program of The Fund for a Healthier Colorado, HAWC is now obtaining its own 501(c)(3) status from the IRS. The Executive Director will report to a newly built board of directors. After arriving, it is expected that the Executive Director will initially hire for at least one more position on the organization’s team. As HAWC has been operating for five years, the organization has existing funders and grants, and a robust set of relationships with advocates and elected officials. This is a salaried position with a hybrid in-office work policy.

About HAWC
Founded in 2019, HAWC is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that activates health professionals to address climate change for the sake of people’s health. We elevate the voices of nurses, doctors, public health professionals and other health experts to add a critical perspective within the public policy process. While HAWC operates at the local, state and federal levels, we spend most of our time working within the state legislative process, where we both advance original policy that we develop, and work in coalition with allies on legislation of mutual interest. Our activity includes the composition of white papers and issue briefs, supporting the activism of health professionals through avenues such as legislative testimony and media engagement. We believe our focus on human health supports our interest in building support for pro-climate policies among both Republicans and Democrats.

HAWC is a member of a family of organizations that share the same values in serving different functions. Together, we seek to elevate the voices of communities to improve people’s health and well-being. Healthy Air and Water Colorado Action (HAWCA) is our 501(c)(4) sister organization whose legal status allows for activity including engagement in political candidate races. The Executive Director is also responsible for management of HAWCA. 

The flagship entity within our family of organizations is Healthier Colorado, a nonpartisan, nonprofit entity that changes laws so that everybody in our state has the chance to live a healthier life. The family also includes Colorado’s Health Capitol, a collaborative workspace that is home to dozens of mission-aligned organizations; Open Answer, a non-profit providing direct outreach and field strategy for mission-driven efforts in communities across Colorado and North Carolina; and Archer Group, a nonprofit that provides accounting and administrative services to other nonprofits.  

Position Responsibilities

The Executive Director, under the direction of the HAWC Board of Directors, will be ultimately responsible for all aspects of organizational planning and leadership. Described below are the major categories of responsibility for this position.

Fundraising

• Lead HAWC’s fundraising efforts, including developing and maintaining relationships with funders (including through grant reports), managing the composition of grant applications, producing of events, and developing other fundraising appeals to individuals. 
• The Executive Director can be supported in this capacity via contracting with Healthier Colorado’s Development Director, who helps identify grant opportunities, plays a coordinating role in grant application development, and plays an advisory role in other fundraising activities.

 Financial Management

• HAWC’s bookkeeping and accounting is currently outsourced to the Archer Group. The Executive Director will be responsible for financial planning, including the development of an annual budget, but will be supported by the Archer Group in the execution of payroll, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, and communication to facilitate the organization’s annual audit.

Board Management

• The Executive Director will report to two overlapping Boards of Directors, one for HAWC, and the other for HAWCA. While operating under the direction of these boards, the Executive Director will be expected to maintain communication as necessary both within and between board meetings and work collaboratively with the boards on all relevant aspects of organizational management. 

Staff Management

• The Executive Director is ultimately responsible for the management of all staff, and is expected to build a supportive and productive culture for the organization that is consistent with its values and mission.
• We currently anticipate the hiring of an Advocacy & Communications Manager, whose primary responsibility is to organize and activate health professionals. The Advocacy Manager also provides support for communications activity (e.g. social media content, legislative testimony, op-eds) and represents HAWC in some policy coalitions as determined by the Executive Director. The Advocacy & Communications Manager would only be hired after the arrival of the Executive Director, and this position is subject to change according to the preferences of the Executive Director. 

Organizational Planning

• HAWC utilizes a planning system of a vision (6 year time scale), strategic plan (2 year time scale), and annual goals (annually). The Executive Director will be responsible for leading the development of these planning tools and realizing the goals that are set out within them.  

Policy Development & Engagement

• Develop HAWC’s legislative agenda, which may include both new policy that we develop as well as legislation developed and/or identified by allies on which we will take a position. The Director will also determine our policy agenda at the federal and local levels as needed.
• Manage HAWC’s state legislative scorecard process, which tracks and records votes and other actions associated with our legislative agenda and then publishes those scores publicly.
• Build and operate within policy coalitions as needed at the local, state, federal levels.
• Determine and manage our professional lobbying capacity during the state legislative session, which may include the use of lobbying contractors and/or staff.
• Determine and manage our communications capacity for our local, state and federal policy agenda. This capacity may be supported by the Advocacy & Communications Manager, communications staff at Healthier Colorado, and/or contractors.
• Direct the activation of health professional voices to support the organization’s policy agenda. 

Political Engagement

• Develop and execute a political strategy for the organization that aligns with HAWC and the larger Healthier brands’ missions of bipartisanship and health-focused policy solutions.
• Lead our program of donations to selected political candidates in the interest of advancing the organization’s policy objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in public policy or political campaigns – experience with state legislative campaigns in Colorado is not required, but is particularly valued. 
• Previous experience working in health and/or environmental policy is a distinct plus. 
• Fundraising and grants management experience is desirable.
• 2+ years managing staff is preferred.
• A passion for the mission of HAWC.

Preferred Competencies

• Self starter with a strong ability to work independently.
• Sound political instincts that align with HAWC’s interest in building bipartisan coalitions for pro-climate policies. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding environment, including by serving as a dependable staff management leader who leads by example and lifts morale.
• An entrepreneurial sensibility that informs the pursuit of new opportunities within policy, politics and organizational development.
• Outstanding oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to write clearly and compellingly. 
• Can build trust with co-workers and obtain the best efforts of teammates.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and follow-through skills.
• Self-directed and results-oriented, handling multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Proactive and independent problem solver. 
• Ability to handle confidential information, including financial information, professionally. 
• Excellent research skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff.

HAWC Non-Discrimination Policy

HAWC is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. HAWC does not discriminate in employment or advancement opportunities on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation (including gender identity and gender expression), disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

We believe that traditional hiring practices have historically and systemically marginalized entire groups of people — including people of color, people from different socio-economic backgrounds, women, and people in the LGBTQIA+ community, to name a few. We believe that we are better as an organization when we work to deconstruct barriers and build a team that has authentic representation from diverse communities, backgrounds and beliefs. Hence, we strongly encourage qualified candidates from those mentioned, as well as other marginalized communities, to apply for roles within our team.

Lead Entrepreneur

Introduction: The MyFriendBen team seeks a passionate and visionary leader for the national launch of MyFriendBen, a scaling venture on the path to becoming an independent nonprofit organization. This unique position offers the opportunity to help scale a successful technological product incubated in Colorado to the rest of the country, building out a national organization and continuing to pilot innovative solutions that increase access to public benefits and tax credits for low-income families. We are looking for a leader with experience in scaling social or for-profit ventures.

The Lead Entrepreneur will work closely with the existing project team and founders/advisors at Gary Community Ventures over the next six months to help set the strategy, plan for scale, and operationalize spinoff for MyFriendBen. If the six month contract period meets expectations on both sides, we will seek to formalize a permanent role for this leader at the new independent MyFriendBen national organization.

Learn more about MyFriendBen at myfriendben.org and co.myfriendben.org.

Key Responsibilities:

● Collaborate closely with the MyFriendBen team and founding staff/advisors at Gary Community Ventures to understand existing plans, commitments and funding available for this work and to set strategy for the launch of an independent organization.

● Prepare a robust business plan for scale. Long-term, this will include owning the P&L of the new organization, being responsible for achieving market traction, and fundraising as necessary to achieve scale goals.

● Engage deeply with the community to ensure that MyFriendBen continues to be developed in alignment with the needs of the most impacted populations.

● Deliver on existing near-term commitments as detailed in secured funding partnerships, such as scaling this product to 3 states and delivering $100M in benefits by 2027.

● Lead technical strategy and execution directly, or secure technical capacity to do so (eg, Chief Technology Officer).

Qualifications:

● Experience relevant to leading and scaling a mission-driven organization, preferably in the nonprofit or social impact sector.

● Have the risk appetite and capacity to pursue the entrepreneurial endeavor of launching and scaling a new organization.

● Bring relevant domain expertise and/or experience to increasing access to public benefits, tax credits, or economic mobility more broadly.

● Strong commitment to community engagement and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

● Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of inspiring teams and mobilizing resources towards a common vision.

● Experience in project management, from ideation to execution and scaling, with a keen ability to pivot strategies as necessary.

● Ability to embody and promote authentic leadership, representing one’s true self in all aspects of the role.

● Aligned with MyFriendBen values:

• Grounded. We design, build and improve in direct partnership with community members and end users and in response to community demand.
• Audacious. We take risks, think big, and move quickly.
• Impatient. We are driven by the urgent needs of our community and committed to delivering value in the near-term.

Other Key Details:

Location: In-person in Denver, Colorado or remote for contract period with approximately monthly travel to Denver

Organization: MyFriendBen, contract position with the goal of converting into a full-time leadership position at the new organization in 2025
 

Type: Full-Time, contract for initial 6-month period, converting to full-time employee

More about MyFriendBen: MyFriendBen is a project incubated at Gary Community Ventures (Gary) with the goal of increasing access to the social safety net for low-income families and individuals. This project launched in 2022 and now has a technical product built for scale, proof of impact in Colorado, emerging national partnerships, and funding secured for the next two years of scaling. MyFriendBen has reached maturation and is ready to spin off from Gary, with the goal of becoming an independent nonprofit organization by fall 2025. Gary Community Ventures is a sunsetting organization, with the goal of being fully invested in the community by 2035 – this path will enable MyFriendBen to continue delivering value to the community after Gary has sunsetted.

Why Join Us: This is an opportunity to guide the national launch of MyFriendBen. You will work closely with a robust cross-functional team over the six months of this contract, with the goal of taking on a leadership role at the fully independent organization in 2025. MyFriendBen is primed to deliver millions of dollars to hundreds of thousands of low-income households across the country over the next few years – we are seeking an exemplary leader who is excited to help make that happen.

Note: Note: This position is not employed by Gary Community Ventures or the 33rd Talent Corporation. This contract will be with Impact Charitable, the current fiscal sponsor of MyFriendBen. 

Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer Job Description

United Way of Weld County

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

United Way of Weld County builds powerful partnerships to bring about lasting community-wide change. With the support of United Way donors, volunteers and partners, together we are building a better Weld County, one where every household has the opportunity to succeed.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBLITIES

This executive position, reporting to the President & CEO, is responsible for providing leadership and strategic vision for all aspects of fundraising, donor engagement, and business development for United Way of Weld County. The Chief Development Officer successfully establishes, deepens and grows major individual, business, and corporate relationships. They employ new and innovative engagement approaches, including corporate social responsibility and leadership giving strategies to reach new markets and donors. They are responsible for implementing annual plans and making course corrections when required to meet annual fundraising goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervisor Duties

• Supervision of the entire Development team including fundraising managers and a data specialist.
• Develop, lead, mentor and provide supervision for Development staff maximizing and empowering the team to develop and implement growth objectives and strategies. Enable the team to meet the ongoing needs of broadening and diversifying philanthropic support. Create effective development plans for staff to enable them to grow in skills and abilities as the organization grows into its multi-year vision.
• Perform general supervisor tasks such as leading regular team check-ins, approving timesheets, reviewing purchases and mileage, etc. 

Development Overall

• Support the CEO and other staff in furthering United Way of Weld County’s development, community impact and nonprofit excellence objectives. Serve as a member of the staff executive team.
• Design and implement a strategic and comprehensive fundraising system to achieve annual revenue goals through major gifts, planned giving, corporate relationships, individual giving, and special events.
• Develop, refine and implement strategies for individual, leadership and planned giving; solicit major gifts from a portfolio of current and prospective donors, both individual and business.
• Develop, refine and implement corporate engagement strategy that establishes partnerships with new businesses and markets across Weld County and furthers those already established.
• Analyze results and effectiveness of the development plan, utilizing a Customer Relationship Manage magnet (CRM) System as part of a results-driven strategy.
• Provide a high level of support and open communication to the Board of Directors on development-related activities in ways that inspire them to action and strengthen their commitment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the community by promoting executive participation in major community groups and boards such as the Chamber, Rotary and other organizations elevating the visibility of United Way of Weld County.
• Develop and sustain positive relationships with the systems and departments internally to ensure that the organization is aligned with the overall strategic plan and that the internal departments are integrated to support the successful achievement of the philanthropic plan.

United Way of Weld County General

• Support and promote the mission, values, goals and objectives of United Way, including representing United Way in professional organizations and the community (as assigned).
• Support fundraising efforts of United Way and activities that support United Way.
• Support United Way annual events, disaster response, and other activities as assigned.
• Participate in staff meetings and in service opportunities.
• Contribute to organizational promotions including writing promotional copy, proofreading informational and campaign materials, participation in outreach, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF

• Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivations.
• Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
• Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
• Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
• Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Proven ability to engage and inspire individual donors and corporate leaders.
• Strategic, visionary thinker.
• Organizational skills, detail-oriented, attention to deadlines.
• Self-motivated; proven excellent performance standards and quality of work.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Self-motivated; proven excellent performance standards and quality of work.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Minimum of 10 years of fundraising experience in a corporate or nonprofit organization, at least 3 of which were at an organization with at least $5 million in revenue.
• At least 7 years of management experience, with at least 5 years at the senior leadership level managing teams. Proven ability to recruit, lead and manage development staff.
• Experience in serving as a spokesperson for an organization; above average written and verbal communication skills.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Full-time (40 hours), salaried, exempt
• Salary Range (C1): $101,528 – $126,238 per year
• Plus $1,500 year Spanish speaking differential, if applicable
• Supervisory duties: 3 direct reports
• Reports to: President & CEO
• Eligible for remote work: hybrid after 90 days of employment with supervisors’ approval. It is not expected that this role will maintain a set remote schedule, as the needs of donors do not typically fall within a usual schedule. Ability to work remote will likely change on a week-to-week basis, depending on the needs of donors and other partners.
• Background and credit check required

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

United Way of Weld County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts its recruitment and hiring based solely upon job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

Executive Director

WHO WE ARE:

IN! Pathways to Inclusive Higher Education is a non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to creating inclusive higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disability (ID). Our mission is to create inclusive college opportunities in Colorado for students with intellectual disability to foster academic growth, social development, greater independence, and career advancement.

As a result of IN!’s work, Colorado students with intellectual disability in Colorado have the option to attend college, a choice that did not exist a short time ago. We are invested in ensuring that college access continues to be possible for more and more students with ID in our state. When you join IN!, you are part of a mission-driven organization working to make sure college opportunities exist for students with intellectual disability. We are dedicated, inspired, and compassionate. We love what we do!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Executive Director is the key management leader of IN! Colorado Initiative for Inclusive Higher Education (“IN!”), d.b.a IN! Pathways to Inclusive Higher Education. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, staff, programs, and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising and financial management, marketing, development of education partners, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Board Governance and Collaboration: Work with the Board to fulfill the organization’s mission.

• Responsible for reporting to and working closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in policy decisions and fundraising and to increase the overall visibility of IN!’s mission throughout the state.
• Responsible for leading IN! in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.

2) Financial Performance and Viability: Develop resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization. Financial resources include individual giving, foundation and community support, legislative funding as approved, and other opportunities as they arise.

• Responsible for the development, planning, execution, and management of the annual budget.
• Responsible for fundraising to meet the organization’s development goals. Fundraising includes but is not limited to individual and corporate donor solicitation, grant and foundation requests, and fundraising events.
• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of IN! and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position, including submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget, monthly financial statements to accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization, and a summary of monthly fundraising activity.

3) Organization Mission and Strategy: Work with the Board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, and the development of university partners.

• Responsible for strategic planning of IN!’s programs to ensure that IN! can successfully fulfill its mission in the future. Ensure annual review of Strategic Plan and implementation efforts.
• Responsible for enhancing IN!’s reputation at the local, state, and national levels by being active and visible in the community and working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations.
• Responsible for serving as the primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, partners, the media, and the public.

4) Organization Operations: Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the organization’s operations are successful.

• Responsible for the ongoing development and support of university partners and inclusive higher education advocates throughout Colorado, including but not limited to leading the Colorado Inclusive Higher Education Consortium (CIHEC).
• Oversight of key programs, including Education and Outreach, Program Evaluation, and Expansion.
• Responsible for the hiring, retention, and oversight of competent, qualified staff and volunteers.

5) Additional Tasks Include:

• Oversee Board and committee meetings.
• Oversee marketing and other communications efforts.
• Review and approve contracts for services.
• Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Three or more years of fundraising experience, including strategies and donor relations, unique to the nonprofit sector.
• Experience providing supervision and performance management, including the ability to oversee, collaborate with, and engage diverse staff, donor groups, and other partners.
• Financial skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting.
• Transparent and high-integrity leadership.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong personal values of and commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity.
• Must reside in Colorado, provide a valid driver’s license, and pass a state background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience as an Executive Director or senior role in a non-profit.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities and/or student services within higher education.
• Adaptable and facile in learning new information and skills.
• Geographic location: in or around the Denver Metro area OR willingness to travel at their own expense to the Denver area at least monthly.
• Strong organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation.
• Skills to effectively collaborate with and develop Board members and community partners.
• Ability to convey a vision of IN’s strategic future to funders, university partners, community partners, and Board members.

DIVERSITY & EQUITY:

As an inclusive organization, IN! welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. IN! is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants and offers appropriate accommodations to make all required job tasks more accessible.

IN! shall not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or intellectual/developmental disability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, employee hiring and employment practices; selection and management of volunteers, vendors and contractors; membership recruitment; provision of services; and dealings with the general public.

Chief Executive Officer

Position: Chief Executive Officer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours Worked: Monday–Friday 8 to 4, work weekends and evenings as needed

Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life; Retirement Plan – Simple IRA

POSITION SUMMARY AND DEFINITION

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for all business operations, including leading the organization’s strategic direction; management of financial assets; oversite and direction of program and financial operations, including human resources and direct services; and for establishing and maintaining the business organization and structure to efficiently conduct management and program functions. The Chief Executive Officer plans for and administers services in accordance with Wild Plum Center’s stated purpose, policies and all regulatory entities. In addition, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the relationship with Head Start, including an understanding and management of Head Start rules, regulations, and policies as they apply to the Wild Plum Center.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received: General direction provided by the Board of Directors and Policy Council

Supervision Exercised: Provides direct supervision to the Senior Management team

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The Wild Plum Center retains the right to modify or change the essential duties and additional functions of the job at any time.

Strategic Leadership:

• Considers strategic implications of current decisions to operations two to three years into the future.

• Works with the board and staff to develop a strategic plan every three to five years.

• Leads the development and implementation of strategic initiatives

• Ensures alignment of all operations and efforts of staff, board and volunteers to achieve strategic goals

• Annually update and implement organizational plans

• Collaborate with community resources, staff, and available partners to assess the needs of low-income families and to develop community-based resources to respond to those needs

• Strengthens and galvanizes change-makers across the nonprofit, government, and business community, working together to address the needs of low-income families

Operational & Senior Staff Management:

• Oversees all program operations ensuring effective use of resources and legal, regulatory and organizational compliance

• With C-Suite team, implements and evaluates annual plans and budgets based on agreed-upon strategic priorities

• Develops and leads an effective C-Suite team, integrating functional areas, ensuring optimized resource management, and meeting goals and objectives

• Ensures realignment or creation of programs and services as needed to improve service and support to constituents

• Maintains visibility with front line Staff and leadership teams

• Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, grant expectations and requirements

• Responsible for the direct supervision and leadership of four to five Director Level employees, including recruiting and hiring; annual goal setting; feedback and coaching, employee development; annual evaluation of performance; and compensation, recognition and rewards

• Guides, directs and authorizes the implementation of plans, standards, and procedures, consistent with established polices approved by the Board and Policy Council

• Uses data to evaluate and implement improvements in services

• Provides interpretation of regulations, program rules, and policies

• Maintains a consistent reporting system of program related information

Stewardship & Finance:

• With the Director of Finance, oversees financial planning and management, including forecasting finances, budget and cash flow management, and compliant accounting procedures

• Responsible for ensuring that the annual budget is thoughtful, achievable, and funded through appropriate channels including, but not limited to, the following revenue-generating sources: individual, corporate, foundation, and community donors; government grants; and events.

• Responsible for the organization’s short- and long-term fiscal stability

• Prepares statistical, financial, programmatic, and other required reports for review by the Board of Directors, Policy Council and grant funding organizations in a timely manner

• Works with the Development team and the Board to implement revenue-generating plans; ensures revenue and capital are acquired using best practices and meets the organization’s mission, vision, and goals

• Creates and cultivates a diverse set of partnerships in the community to advocate and provide financial support for those served by the organization

Board of Directors Relationship:

• Works with the Board Chair and members of the Executive Committee to set the agenda for each Board meeting.

• Engages the Board to fulfill the organization’s vision

• Manages effective and productive communication between staff and the board

• Provides information and recommendations to the Board for setting or revising goals and objectives and strategic planning

• Provides regular, written updates on programs and progress in meeting established goals

• Recommends policies to the Board of Directors and Policy Council and ensures implementation

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND DUTIES

• Attend evening meetings, as necessary

• Maintain confidentiality and standards of conduct according to policy

• Understand and work with others to comply with regulations or negotiate exceptions where appropriate.

• Safeguard the assets of the organization

• Take responsible actions that are consistent with the agency’s mission

• Exhibit maturity through effective time management, dependability, self-discipline, collaboration and flexibility

• Coach others by encouraging open contribution of ideas, opinion, and decision-making while modeling positive behavior and exhibiting calmness under pressure

• Be able to work with all kinds of people and personalities, listening without reacting, making difficult decisions based on the best information available

• Lead by example and with a sense of humor to engender respect and acceptance among staff, board, and others

• Follow a continuous plan of professional growth, utilizing a variety of training opportunities an learning experiences

• Participate in collaborative activities at the local, state, and/or national level

• Attend meetings of the Board of Directors and Policy Council as requested providing reports and other input as needed

• Mediate and facilitate effective resolution of conflicts in a timely manner

• Perform related duties as assigned

• Have a broad understanding of operations and business concepts to ensure projects are completed to the benefit of the Wild Plum Center.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: A Master’s degree (or progress toward one) in Early Childhood Education, Management, Public Administration or related area. Minimum of five years experience in management/supervisory position including experience working with Boards required. Minimum of 5 years budget and fiscal management experience required. Previous Head Start experience preferred.

Special Qualifications: Proof of physical exam, TB test and required background checks must be completed. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desirable but not required. Must have a valid driver’s license and use of a reliable automobile.

The Wild Plum Center is a tobacco and drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities according to federal, state, and local laws. Except where required or permitted by law, employment practices shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.